Gottardo Hiking Trail

An impressive mountain landscape awaits hikers in the Reuss valley between Göschenen and Altdorf. Lots of historically significant objects can be seen and admired along the 32-kilometre Gottardo hiking trail. Information panels have been placed along the entire route. Along the first few kilometres, you will learn interesting facts and surprising information about the history of the Gotthard railway line. The viewing platform next to Wassen's little church is perfect for watching trains as they make their way up the narrow valley with the help of helical tunnels. Between Gurtnellen and Amsteg, hikers will cross the Felliboden suspension bridge. Along the route from Amsteg to the railway village of Erstfeld, you can marvel at the highest bridge constructed for the Swiss Federal Railways and, without realising it, walk over the former bunker for the Swiss Federal Council. The new eight-kilometre section that leads hikers to the train station in Altdorf and which is also a celebration of new modes of transport, starts in Erstfeld.