Täschalp
Switzerland, europe
7 km
2,225 m
hard
Year-round
Täschalp is a high mountain pass in Switzerland's Valais canton sitting at a seriously impressive 2,225m (7,299ft) elevation. This isn't your average Sunday drive—we're talking an intense 11.14% average gradient that demands respect.
The paved road climbs steeply from Täsch over just 7km, gaining a whopping 780 meters of elevation. Fair warning: this route is genuinely challenging and really only suited for experienced alpine drivers who know their way around hairpin turns and narrow mountain roads. The tight lanes paired with the steep ascent mean this isn't the place to learn high-altitude driving skills.
The good news? The road typically stays open year-round, though expect occasional closures during sketchy winter weather. When conditions allow, you're treated to spectacular views of Mt. Weisshorn towering alongside you, with the surrounding peaks so jaw-droppingly tall they practically disappear into the clouds.
If you're confident in your mountain driving abilities and crave that adrenaline rush of conquering an honest-to-goodness alpine challenge, Täschalp delivers. Just make sure you're genuinely prepared for the technical demands this one throws at you.
Where is it?
Täschalp is located in Switzerland (europe). Coordinates: 47.0718, 8.2554
Road Details
- Country
- Switzerland
- Continent
- europe
- Length
- 7 km
- Max Elevation
- 2,225 m
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- 47.0718, 8.2554
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