Grimsel Pass (Grimselpass)
Carves through an imposing lunar landscape of glacially polished granite domes, turquoise hydroelectric reservoirs (Grimselsee and Räterichsbodensee), and massive stone dam walls. Summits at 2,164m (7,100 ft) by the historic Grimsel Hospiz. Toll-free pass road; Swiss vignette required only on national freeways. Seasonal snow closure from mid-October to late May. Wide, immaculately banked tarmac and flowing radius turns make this one of the most rhythmic riding passes in the Central Swiss Alps.
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A storied Acadia National Park tradition dating back to the 1890s. Sitting on the gentle lawn overlooking the crystal-clear glacial waters of Jordan Pond, framed symmetrically by the twin glacial peaks of the North and South Bubbles mountains.
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How many curves and miles is Grimsel Pass (Grimselpass)? ▼
Grimsel Pass (Grimselpass) spans 21 miles and packs approximately 140 curves (6.7 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 2,050 ft - 7,100 ft (2,164m Grimsel Pass) and technical rating 7/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Innertkirchen, Bern, Switzerland (Latitude 46.7094, Longitude 8.2289) and finishes at Gletsch, Valais, Switzerland (Latitude 46.5622, Longitude 8.3614).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
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