The Chinzig Pass offers interesting rock formations, views of the Alps in the Chinzer and Hüri valleys and various shades of green on the mountain slopes.

First, however, is the ride on the small cable car from Brügg (Bürglen UR) to Biel (Kinzig) station.

You will be separated from the Chinzig Pass by a few hundred metres more uphill. The path is safe and well prepared. There are quite a few steps just before the final approach.

View of unique rock formations

Your ascent will be made more enjoyable by the view of the pointed peaks of Rossstock (2ˈ461 m), Fulen (2ˈ491 m) and Chaiserstock (2ˈ515 m), to which the blue trails lead.

The whole hike is accompanied by wonderful views. I personally was enthralled by the greenery on the mountain slopes. Plus cows grazing in the meadows and marmots watching visitors from afar. A picture-postcard Alpine valley.

It is also very peaceful. There weren’t many hikers here, unless I was so lucky on a perfect, sunny day.

Mountain inns on the trail

As far as mountain inns go, I only passed the first one at the Alt Stäfeli station (after 10 km of hiking). A few hundred metres further on is the next Lipplisüel restaurant.

A ditch 40 metres deep

On the final stretch, another highlight awaits you – a deep ditch 20 to 40 metres deep, carved into the rock by the Hüri stream.

The trail leads right to the edge of this ditch. Through a narrow gap you can see the foaming water below.

Those experienced in rappelling or canyoning can rappel down the rope in specially designated areas and discover the Hüri stream from a different perspective.

1,400 metres down

Finally, let me add that you should not be afraid of those 1,400 metres down. This is because the path is very accessible and has a slight incline. The descent is quite smooth and without major problems. Only in the last few metres the path leads steeply through the forest. However, your knees should be able to cope with this short section.