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Hiking ticket Gryden circular mountain trail

20% cheaper to the unique crater landscape on the Betelberg in Lenk

The hike starts at the top station of the Betelberg cable car. The first part of the trail offers magnificent views of the protected Haslerberg moorland. On the north side of the Stübleni area is the bizarre, crater-like rock landscape known as Gryden. The subsoil in this area consists mainly of gypsum rock and, to a lesser extent, coarse rock. These rocks were formed about 200 million years ago.

The almost white gypsum rock is soft and therefore susceptible to erosion. Rainwater dissolves this gypsum rock, eating holes in it and then seeping into the subsoil. This gradually creates funnel-shaped depressions (solution dolines) on the surface of the land, giving the landscape its unique character.

Highlights

Fascinating circular hike starting at the Leiterli mountain station
Impressive crater formations made of 200 million year old gypsum rock
Cozy stop-off at the traditional Berghaus Leiterli

Route description

The circular mountain trail starts and ends at the Leiterli mountain station. The Leiterli is easily reached by the Betelberg cable car.

Route of the circular walk: Betelberg–Steinstoos–Gryden–Stübleni–Schutzhütte–Gryden–Betelberg

Signalization: Follow SwitzerlandMobility Hiking Route No. 313, as indicated on the signposts.

Key data

Route	Leiterli mountain station–Gryden circular mountain trail–Leiterli mountain station
Distance	7.5 km
Hiking time	2 hours 30 minutes
Elevation difference	+340 m / - 340 m
Level of difficulty	medium

Map and elevation profile

Availability

The hiking ticket is valid from 28 June to 20 October 2024 and is available in the BLS webshop or at any BLS Travel Centre.

Operating times cable car Betelberg

Summer 2025
daily, from 7 June to 26 October 2025, 08.30 to 17.00 hours

Autumn 2025
The Betelberg gondola lift will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 1 November 2025 until the start of the winter season at Metsch from 09.30 to 16.00 hours.

Subject to change without prior notice

Rates

CHF 44.80 Adults
CHF 22.40 Adults with Half Fare Travelcard/GA
CHF 22.40 Children (6 to 15.99 years)

Notes

No further discounts are granted for groups.
Transport services (bus, cable car, BLS) are free for children with a Junior or Co-travelcard.

Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration

Food & drink

Berghaus Leiterli

The Berghaus Leiterli has a long tradition of serving local produce, Swiss specialities and the occasional international dish. The restaurant awaits guests with a fresh offer on the terrace, in the self-service restaurant or inside in the cozy parlor.

How to get there

You can reach Lenk comfortably by public transport. From the Lenk bus stop, Betelberg valley station, take the Betelberg cable car to the Leiterli mountain station. This is the start and end of your circular walk.