Wassen to Grindelwald by car

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Happy Pants is planning a drive from Baden Baden to Grindelwald next June and is looking for the most scenic route. They want to know whether to take the Susten Pass or the Furka Pass after reaching Wassen. Anna suggests both routes, highlighting their beauty and giving practical advice for a smooth trip.

Key takeaways:

Take the scenic route via Susten Pass for spectacular views and a recommended stop at Aare Gorge in Innertkirchen.
If you have time, consider the longer detour to Andermatt and the Furka Pass for added scenery.
Check the weather and road conditions before your trip, as high elevation may still have snow in mid-June.
If you're not used to mountain driving, review practical tips available in travel forums.

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Happy_Pants
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29 November 2020 at 11:20:21 #825740

Hi

We are planning to drive from Baden Baden to Grindelwald next June 2021 and would like some advice please on the most scenic route. If we got to Wassen would it be best to go over the Susten pass to Grindelwald or on to Andermatt and then over the Furka pass to Grindelwald?

Thanks

Happy Pants

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Anna
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Reply 1 of 1 • 30 November 2020 at 12:54:42 #934480

Hi Happy Pants,

Good to know you are planning a visit in June 2021.

To answer your question, both the Furka Pass and Susten Pass are very scenic routes. If you are driving from Wassen, the most straightforward route would be to drive over the Susten Pass to Innertkirchen (Route 11) then onwards to Grindelwald. It’s about 50 km of winding road between Wassen and Innertkirchen, with spectacular views throughout. The pass is usually open mid June and because of the high elevation there may still be snow on the roads, so do check the weather and traffic info before your trip. A stop at the Aare Gorge in Innertkirchen is highly recommended if you are taking this route.

Alternatively, you could take the longer route, drive to Andermatt and take the Furka Pass. Andermatt is a lovely village and would be worth the detour if you have the time.

If you are not used to driving on the mountains, we have a few practical tips and suggestions on this page: http://www.myswissalps.com/car/drivinginthemountains

Regards,

Anna

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