Switzerland's Grand Tour high passes past the Rhône Glacier. That is what Furka and Grimsel Passes promises, and it delivers. At about 50 miles (80 km), it is a drive best taken slowly, over 1 day, with time to pull over whenever the view demands it on the way from Andermatt to Meiringen.
Open this route in XCRSNSetting out from Andermatt
Start early, with a full tank and a loose plan. Andermatt is where the road begins, and the first miles set the rhythm for everything that follows.
The first big moment is Rhône Glacier. Give it the time it deserves; it is why many people make this trip at all.
Along the way
The road strings together Furka Pass and Grimsel Pass. Each one makes a natural break, and Grimsel Pass sits close to the middle if you want to split the drive with a night's sleep.
Do not miss Hotel Belvédère.
Arriving in Meiringen
Save energy for the final stretch: Grimsel lakes is still ahead.
By the end you will have seen Rhône Glacier, Hotel Belvédère and Grimsel lakes, and you will understand why Furka and Grimsel Passes belongs on any list of great drives.
When to go and how to pace it
The best time to drive it is June–October. Plan on 1 day so the drive never feels rushed.
Check route weather and fuel stops on the Plan tab before you go.
XCRSN prices fuel for every leg in the local currency, finds stops along the way and books overnights near each town.
