One of the longest suspension bridges in the world – doesn’t that sound exciting and inviting? For me it most certainly does!

The bridge was opened in July 2017 and measures 494 m

It sits at 2,080m above sea level and at its highest point it hovers 85m above the ground. However, it is difficult to imagine such a bridge with only numbers in front of you. You have to see it with your own eyes and be sure to take a walk across it. Entrance to the bridge is free, so there is nothing to stop you walking across it at will. However, the views may make your head spin.

As an interesting aside, the bridge was built by a Swiss company in just 2.5 months using a special assembly sledge. The bridge is named after its main sponsor, Charles Kuonen.

Start and end of the route – Randa station

The route starts and ends at the railway station in Randa. It is a long way to Randa, so we decided to stay overnight in this small town. The town is only 10 km from Zermatt. It is therefore an ideal place to stay because of the much lower prices compared to Zermatt, as well as the peace and quiet.

Take warm clothes with you when you go, as even in summer the mornings can get cold. The village is located at 1,406 m above sea level.

Despite the crisp mornings, it’s fantastic to get up early in the morning when the first rays of sunlight are breaking through the peaks of the Alps and set off on a trail towards one of the longest suspension bridges in the world.

Please note that the bridge is closed during the winter months. Before hitting the trail, it’s best to make sure it’s already accessible.