Beautiful and not too difficult: The Gastlosen circular route south of Jaun offers a variety of geology and flora seldom found by walkers in the Alpine foothills. There is a magnificent view of the Bernese Alps, with the peaks of the Wallis Alps in the background.

See the description in the Wanderland site: http://www.wanderland.ch/en/routes/route-0262.html

Also: www.myswitzerland.com/en-ch/hike-around-the-gastlosen.html

We'll meet at the bottom of the chairlift in Jaun (there's only one).

Summary:
Length:12 km
Hiking time: about 4 1/2 h plus stops.

Requirements: medium (mountain hiking trail)
Conditions: medium
Height difference: 760 m

Bring with you: Lots of water.
Money/Cash/credit card for Cable Car (16 CHF)
Good Hiking Shoes
Suitable hiking clothes – check the weather and come prepared
Snacks, Picnic Lunch. Sunscreen, sunglasses/ hat, and a smile. :-)

For car sharing:
Post a message on the board if you have a place in your car.
If you look for a place in a car (act promptly) contact someone for a lift.

We may cancel or postpone if bad weather is forecasted.

Please plan your journey and be on time. We won’t wait if you’re late.
If necessary feel free to call me 079 834 2508.

Note: I am not a guide. This is simply an outing among friends. You are responsible for your own safety in the mountains.