01-Lötschberg Panoramaweg

HARD (4.2/10)

Kandersteg → Libigen-Port

Distance
31.8 km
Ascent
+1,057 m
Descent
-1,068 m
Est. Time
9h 01m
Altitude
931–1,564 m
Type
point-to-point

A demanding mountain route — the 01-Lötschberg Panoramaweg packs 31.8 km and 1,057 m of climbing into a 9h 01min day. Running from Kandersteg to Libigen-Port, the trail spans an elevation range of 931 m to 1,564 m.

With 87% of the route below 15% gradient, strong trail runners can maintain a good rhythm for much of the distance. Some pitches hit 60% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.

Budget roughly 5,122 kcal of energy expenditure and 5.4 L of water. Aim for 60–90 g of carbs per hour to avoid bonking on the longer climbs. No confirmed water sources along the route — carry all the water you need.

Mountain route. Accessible from May to October. Winter conditions possible on exposed sections.

Elevation Profile

1,000m 1,100m 1,200m 1,300m 1,400m 1,500m 1,600m 0 km 5 km 10 km 15 km 20 km 25 km 30 km 1,560m 934m
Flat (<5%) Moderate (10–15%) Easy (5–10%) Steep (15–25%) Very Steep (>25%) Peak Hut

Route Map

Terrain Analysis

Runnability
87%
Very Runnable
% of route below 15% gradient
Climb Ratio
33 m/km
Moderate profile
↑ 1,057m ↓ 1,068m
High Point
1,564 m
Sub-alpine zone
Low point: 931m — Range: 633m

Nutrition & Hydration

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Energy Burn
5,122 kcal
MET 8.1 · hiking intensity
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Water Needed
5.4 L
~0.5 L/hour of activity
Fueling Rate
60–90 g/hr
carbs · 768g total carbs needed

Estimates based on metabolic equivalent (MET) for hiking with significant elevation gain. Actual needs vary by body weight, fitness, weather, and pack weight.

Pace Estimates

Based on Naismith's Rule adjusted for distance, elevation, and technical difficulty. Click a pace to update split times above.

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Relaxed Hiker
11h 43m
2.7 km/h avg
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Average Hiker
9h 01m
3.5 km/h avg
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Trail Runner
5h 24m
5.9 km/h avg

Current Conditions

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3°C
Overcast
💨 4.1 km/h 🌧 0% chance
Next 24h: 2.9°C – 5.4°C
At trail center · Updated 2026-03-06

Best Season

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Best Snow Risk

Mountain route. Accessible from May to October. Winter conditions possible on exposed sections.

Logistics

💧 Water Advisory

No confirmed water sources along this 32 km route. Carry all water needed — plan for 5.4 L minimum.

Nearby Points of Interest

📍 Nearby Places

  • Äbeli 26m
  • Uf der Flue 33m
  • Hemlige 83m
  • Schlafegg 146m
  • Helti 166m

Route Details

Network
Regional Trail Network
Sport
hiking
Start
Kandersteg
End
Libigen-Port
Reference
56
Operator
Wanderland Schweiz
Start Coordinates
46.49519, 7.67168
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