Faulhorn - Bachalpsee
Also known as: First to Schynige Platte
The Bachalpsee and Faulhorn ridge - one of the Alps’ finest panorama walks, over the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau
The route
The line through Jungfrau region, Switzerland - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Season & conditions
Jul-Oct
Exposed alpine weather - afternoon thunderstorms, cold, wind, snow lingering; start early and check the forecast
Snow-free ~Jul-Oct. Confirm.
On the trail
A classic panorama ridge past an alpine lake and a historic summit hotel
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Suitable for reasonably fit hikers; not wheelchair accessible - confirm specifics
A popular, well-known route - busier in peak season
Bachalpsee out-and-back (family); the full ridge traverse
Getting there & staying
First (gondola from Grindelwald) to Schynige Platte
First gondola and Schynige Platte railway at the ends
Berghotel Faulhorn (historic) on the ridge
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in Grindelwald; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
No permit; First gondola up; Schynige Platte cog railway down. Confirm.
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Storms, the long ridge, altitude sun
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.