Road and mountain landscape at Sustenpass
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🇨🇭Bernese OberlandMountain pass · Roadbook

Sustenpass

Iconic Swiss Alpine pass with perfect lines.

Elevation
2,224m
AlpinChaser Score
4.3out of 5

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approaches
Sustenpass · 2,224 m
approaches
Original polyline · not a symbolic route
Region
Bernese Oberland
Best approach
Wassen
Scenery
5.0 / 5
Riding challenge
4.0 / 5
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Sustenpass at a glance.

The most important values in one clear overview.

Elevation
2,224 m

Height of the crossing

Region
Bernese Oberland

Alpine area and surroundings

Best approach
Wassen

AlpinChaser recommendation

Scenery
5.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Technique
4.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Road condition
5.0 / 5

Ride DNA

Ride DNA
4.3/ 5
AlpinChaser total score
Editorial
4.3
Community
4.37 ratings

The total score combines the editorial ride profile with AlpinChaser community experience. Categories show the current weighted result.

How this pass feels.

Large and clear enough to compare before the ride, without hiding decisive values in small cards.

Scenery5.0
Flow4.9
Technique4.0
Road condition4.9
Traffic3.1
Popularity4.0
Our recommendation

How we would ride this pass.

Wassen

From Wassen, the structure is fluid and rhythmic, with optimal lines and fewer abrupt changes of direction than from Innertkirchen.

What stays with you
  • Glacier view
  • Perfect lines
  • High alpine scenery
Before departure
  • Tourist traffic in the season
  • Rapid weather changes
  • Narrow galleries
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The road in pictures.

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Sustenpass – alpine road impression
SustenpassPhoto: Balise42
FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Sustenpass

How high is Sustenpass?

Sustenpass reaches an elevation of 2,224 metres in Bernese Oberland.

Is Sustenpass worth riding by motorcycle?

The Susten Pass combines panorama, technique and rhythm. Long, clean curves and constant lines make it one of the best riding experiences in the Alps. The AlpinChaser riding score is 4.3 out of 5.

Which is the best approach to Sustenpass?

Wassen is the recommended approach. From Wassen, the structure is fluid and rhythmic, with optimal lines and fewer abrupt changes of direction than from Innertkirchen.

What should motorcyclists consider on Sustenpass?

Tourist traffic in the season Rapid weather changes Narrow galleries

When is Sustenpass open?

High-alpine roads can be affected by seasonal closures, snow, construction or short-notice restrictions. Check the official local road status on the day of travel.

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