Swissotic

Furka Pass

CH · Uri / ValaisUnknown
Elevation2,429m
Length38 km
Max gradient11%
Hairpins36
Surfacegood
Difficultychallenging
SeasonJune–October

The Furka is Switzerland's most honest pass. No drama, no gimmicks — just 36 tight corners climbing to 2,429m on tarmac that's been resurfaced on the lower section. If you've seen Goldfinger, you already know the view from the top. If you haven't, the real thing is better. Open mid-June to late October depending on snow. No toll. Leave before 9am in summer or the tourist buses own it. The south side from Gletsch is the better drive — steeper, tighter, and the Rhône glacier is right there.

Car suitability

Lowered carsNot recommendedMax gradient of 11% — lowered cars risk scraping at transitions.
Wide-body carsSuitableRoad width is comfortable for wider cars.

Current conditions

No recent reports — be the first to report conditions on this road.

Car-friendly hotels near Furka Pass

Coming soon — curated hotels with covered parking and easy road access.