Andermatt Attractions
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Andermatt lies in the wide Urseren valley at the junction of four important Alpine roads, which with the exception of the access road from the Reuss valley are closed for between four and six months in the year. The old village has developed into an ideal base for walkers and climbers and a popular winter sports resort. The Urseren valley was settled from the Valais, and the oldest parts of Andermatt and Hospental still show Valaisian features. The people of the valley were long subject to the authority of Disentis abbey, but achieved independence in 1382, with their own constitution and their own amman (chief magistrate) and the village is still a separate district within the canton of Uri.
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Circuit of three Passes
The Circuit of three passes is a very scenic round trip from Wassen through the mountains. The route takes visitors over the Susten, Grimsel and Furka passes.
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Furka Pass
The Furka Road rises to 2,431 m where it crests the Furka Pass, offering lovely views from the saddle. There is also good hiking in the area.
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Himmelrank (Stein glacier)
From the Susten Road are good views of the Stein glacier and the Himmelrank Gorge.
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Oberhasli - Power Stations
The power stations of the Oberhasli hydro-electric scheme, first started in 1925, are one of the local attractions.
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Realp, Switzerland
(Near Andermatt)
Near the little village of Realp is the Pizzo Rotondo, reaching 3,192 m, making it the highest peak of the St Gotthard group.
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Rhône Glacier
The Rhône Glacier is easily accessed by driving up to the Belvedere Hotel / Restaurant and walking a short distance to the glacier.
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Susten pass
The Susten Road leads up to the Susten Pass with various view points along the way, including a fabulous view from the pass to the surrounding peaks.
Andermatt Surroundings
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Göschenen Valley
The Göschenen Valley, with a reservoir on the Göschener Alp, is a very scenic area with numerous climbs of varying lengths.