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Klausenpass | 1952 METER | Altdorf Glarus

Around 40 bends and hairpin turns lead over the Klausen Pass. This Alpine pass promises plenty of driving fun. What's more, the bends are very varied. Some are sharp and steep, others sweeping and flat. The top of the pass, on the other hand, lies in a long high valley and can be reached via a long straight section – from both ramps. There are restaurants and cafés at the top of the pass.

The eastern ramp, which begins in the town of Glarus, is somewhat more exciting than the western ramp, which begins in Altdorf. Overall, this Alpine pass can be easily mastered with normal driving skills thanks to its wide road and good asphalt. There are parking bays on the eastern ramp, slightly below the top of the pass (see picture). Stop and enjoy the breathtaking view.

The continuously asphalted road is closed from November to May.

Tip: In combination with the Sankt Gotthard Pass (perhaps even Tremola) and Nufenen Pass, you can create a great tour towards Valais. Add the Grimsel Pass, the Oberaar Panoramic Road and the Furka Pass to create a beautiful round trip.

Simply visit our interactive Alpine Pass Atlas and plan a motorbike tour. All relevant Alpine passes are shown here, plus sights and hotels.
More images of the pass:
Klausen Pass, east ramp – ascent from Glarus, lower passage.
Klausen Pass, east ramp – ascent from Glarus, lower passage.
Klausen Pass, east ramp – ascent from Glarus, lower passage.
A multitude of bends and hairpin turns lead over the Klausen Pass – here below the pass summit on the eastern ramp.
A multitude of bends and hairpin turns lead over the Klausen Pass – here below the pass summit on the eastern ramp.
A multitude of bends and hairpin turns lead over the Klausen Pass – here below the pass summit on the eastern ramp.
View down into the valley towards Glarus – the eastern ramp in particular offers several opportunities to park and enjoy the view.
View down into the valley towards Glarus – the eastern ramp in particular offers several opportunities to park and enjoy the view.
View down into the valley towards Glarus – the eastern ramp in particular offers several opportunities to park and enjoy the view.
Klausen Pass, western ramp – the Hotel Klausenpass is a great place to enjoy the sunset in peace.
Klausen Pass, western ramp – the Hotel Klausenpass is a great place to enjoy the sunset in peace.
Klausen Pass, western ramp – the Hotel Klausenpass is a great place to enjoy the sunset in peace.
Klausen Pass, east ramp – cobblestones are only laid in the lower, flat section.
Klausen Pass, east ramp – cobblestones are only laid in the lower, flat section.
Klausen Pass, east ramp – cobblestones are only laid in the lower, flat section.
Just some of the bends that make up the eastern ramp of the Klausen Pass.
Just some of the bends that make up the eastern ramp of the Klausen Pass.
Just some of the bends that make up the eastern ramp of the Klausen Pass.
The last few kilometres lead across a high valley to the top of the Klausen Pass.
The last few kilometres lead across a high valley to the top of the Klausen Pass.
The last few kilometres lead across a high valley to the top of the Klausen Pass.
The journey over the Klausen Pass is long – here you can see the long valley through which the ramp from Glarus leads.
The journey over the Klausen Pass is long – here you can see the long valley through which the ramp from Glarus leads.
The journey over the Klausen Pass is long – here you can see the long valley through which the ramp from Glarus leads.
Numerous parking bays on the east ramp of the Klausen Pass offer the opportunity to enjoy the view in peace.
Numerous parking bays on the east ramp of the Klausen Pass offer the opportunity to enjoy the view in peace.
Numerous parking bays on the east ramp of the Klausen Pass offer the opportunity to enjoy the view in peace.
A bird's-eye view of the Klausen Pass – the long, narrow high valley is beautiful to behold.
A bird's-eye view of the Klausen Pass – the long, narrow high valley is beautiful to behold.
A bird's-eye view of the Klausen Pass – the long, narrow high valley is beautiful to behold.
The pass sign is a popular photo motif, as it is almost everywhere, especially when, as here, it is monumental and made of stone.
The pass sign is a popular photo motif, as it is almost everywhere, especially when, as here, it is monumental and made of stone.
The pass sign is a popular photo motif, as it is almost everywhere, especially when, as here, it is monumental and made of stone.
There are several restaurants at the top of the Klausen Pass.
There are several restaurants at the top of the Klausen Pass.
There are several restaurants at the top of the Klausen Pass.
The western ramp of the Klausen Pass is less winding, but has some narrow and tight passages.
The western ramp of the Klausen Pass is less winding, but has some narrow and tight passages.
The western ramp of the Klausen Pass is less winding, but has some narrow and tight passages.
Klausen Pass, western ramp – magnificent, the ascent with panoramic views.
Klausen Pass, western ramp – magnificent, the ascent with panoramic views.
Klausen Pass, western ramp – magnificent, the ascent with panoramic views.
Despite the breathtaking views, you must keep your eyes on the road. The west ramp has some narrow and treacherous passages.
Despite the breathtaking views, you must keep your eyes on the road. The west ramp has some narrow and treacherous passages.
Despite the breathtaking views, you must keep your eyes on the road. The west ramp has some narrow and treacherous passages.
The bends on the western ramp of the Klausen Pass are generally a little easier to drive.
The bends on the western ramp of the Klausen Pass are generally a little easier to drive.
The bends on the western ramp of the Klausen Pass are generally a little easier to drive.
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Country Schweiz
Region Uri
Coordinates 46.86940000, 8.85639000
Elevation 1952 m
Max. slope
Toll road no
Road surface Asphalt
Cul-de-sac no
Length 57 Km
Route Altdorf Glarus
few clouds, 2.1°C few clouds, 2.1°C

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