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Grimsel Pass

Guttannen, Switzerland

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A 2,164 m pass of polished granite and reservoirs between the Bernese Oberland and the Valais. The road is usually open from June to October.

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Guttannen, Switzerland
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Scenic viewpoints
GPS
46.5613, 8.3374
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in August–September. Cold, short days in November–March. Mountain passes on this route are usually open June–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Switzerland: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t pay the heavy vehicle charge instead of the vignette. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
  • Furkapass (2,429 m). Usually open June–October; outside that window the road can be closed by snow. Alternative: The Furka car-carrying train (Oberwald–Realp) runs all year.
  • Grimselpass (2,164 m). Usually open June–October; outside that window the road can be closed by snow. Alternative: Go round via the Brünig and Furka car train.

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Campsites nearby

  • GrimselblickCampsite
    18 km from Grimsel Pass
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping GadmenCampsite
    20 km from Grimsel Pass
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Gotthard Camping AndermattMotorhome stopover
    21 km from Grimsel Pass
    CaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposal
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  • Hofstatt-DerfliCampsite
    22 km from Grimsel Pass
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
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  • Camping EggishornCampsite
    23 km from Grimsel Pass
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
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  • Camping GletscherdorfCampsite
    23 km from Grimsel Pass · 60 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
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All campsites in Switzerland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Grimsel Pass?

Grimsel Pass is in Guttannen, Switzerland, at GPS 46.5613, 8.3374. It is about 7 km from Ulrichen.

Can you camp near Grimsel Pass?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Stellplatz Alpenrösli, about 0 km away; within 25 km there are 31 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Grimsel Pass?

Grimsel Pass is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lakes Thun and Brienz to the Grimsel Pass.

What is there to see near Grimsel Pass?

Places worth a stop nearby: Furkapass (6 km), Gotthard Pass and the Tremola (17 km), Aare Gorge (20 km) and Susten Pass (21 km).

When is the best time to visit Grimsel Pass?

The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in August–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)