Trail runners on a narrow, railed path along a steep rock face – high-altitude trail running on the Gemmi

Gemmi Run
High-altitude trail running

In Leukerbad and on the Gemmi, the network of hiking trails becomes your trail running route. Challenging ascents, high-alpine crossings, and wide, open panoramic stretches high above the valley make your run a truly special experience.

Steep Gemmi cliff with the zigzag route of the historic Gemmi trail in autumn

The extensive network of hiking trails around Leukerbad and the Gemmi is ideal for trail running at various levels of intensity. Here you’ll find steep climbs, technical sections, and spectacular alpine high-plateau trails. Fresh mountain air and seemingly endless views are included.

Trail runners on the Gemmi Run up the Gemmi path on the Gemmi face, with a view down into the valley

Gemmi Running – the classic

Level difficult
Distance 4.2 km
Time 1:40
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Trail running Gemmi Running – the classic

Level difficult
Distance 4.2 km
Time 1:40
Ascent 929 m
Descent 40 m

A challenging vertical trail that demands endurance, technique, and speed.


The Gemmi Run is considered a benchmark trail for runners. From the valley, the route follows the historic mule trail steeply upward through the Gemmiwand to 2,350 meters. Those who register at the Gemmi Cable Car valley station before the start and meet the specified time limit (men 60 minutes, women 65 minutes) will receive a free ride down the valley and free admission to the Leukerbad Therme as a reward.

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Trail runners on the Gemmi Run up the Gemmi path on the Gemmi face, with a view down into the valley
Trail runners on a rocky mountain trail above an alpine lake, a trail running route on the Gemmi

More trail running routes

  • Wysse See Trail
  • Dala Loop
  • UTMB Wild 100
  • UTMB Wild 20 toward Crans Montana


The routes vary in length, elevation gain, and technical difficulty. Some lead over the Gemmi, while others connect Leukerbad with surrounding regions such as Crans Montana.

Detailed information on the route, distance, and elevation gain can be found on Leukerbad’s official trail running platform.

Have a safe journey Getting here

By public transport

Leukerbad
You can reach the ‘Gemmi-Bahnen’ bus stop, located right next to the valley station, by public transport.

Kandersteg
The bus stop ‘Kandersteg, Sunnbüel Valley Station’ is located right next to the Sunnbüel cable car.

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By car

Leukerbad
Parking is available at the Gemmibahn valley station and within walking distance.

Kandersteg
Parking is available right next to the Sunnbüel cable car valley station.

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By cable car

Leukerbad
The Gemmi Cable Car takes you from Leukerbad to the Gemmi in just a few minutes.

Kandersteg
Take the cable car from Kandersteg to Sunnbüel. It’s about a 2.5-hour walk from Sunnbüel to the Gemmi.

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