Places of interest in Uri

The Schöllenen Gorge leads from Göschenen to Andermatt and on into the Gotthard region. For a long time the only route from northern to southern Europe, where there was only one pass to cross over, was via the Gotthard Pass. In addition, the Ursern valley was the departure point for journeys to the West (Furka Pass) and East (Operalp Pass). The valley’s central location is an asset for the region to this day.

Anyone wishing to experience the scariness of the Schöllenen Gorge should embark on a walk along the Schöllenen circular trail during the summer months. It is easy to walk on and will take 30 minutes at the most, walking at a leisurely pace. The vertical cliff walls and the roaring river Reuss are fascinating to look at.