About This Route
Gemmi Pass (2,352m) links Leukerbad and Kandersteg in Valais-Bernese Oberland, via dramatic Daubensee and Arena cliffs. Wild camping ok above treeline on open ridges, one night; confirm with Leuk district office. No sites near Sunnebad cable or chalets. Adhere to SAC protocols and Leave No Trace.
Safety Considerations
Banned in hunting zones or floodplains. Exposed pass invites lightning; avoid during forecasts. Stonefall from Arena walls; skirt base. Torrent de Gemmi flashes post-rain. Winds howl; temps to -3°C nights. Gemsstock ibex; fox raids camps.
Essential Gear
Snow Peak Landlock tent, Marmot Trestles bag, Sea to Summit mat. Map Gemmi 1:25,000, Casio altimeter, Zoleo satellite. La Sportiva TX boots, Montbell jacket, repair kit, LifeStraw filter, Soto WindMaster stove.