Gotthard Pass to Hospental

This hike is on generally easy terrain, but it includes some rocky sections and even a very short crossing on ice (in summer), sturdy footwear is best but you can get by with trail runners.
The starting point of the hike is Gotthard Pass, which has a hotel, restaurants, a sausage kiosk, a museum, and souvenir shops.

The few buildings of the town are situated beside a small lake. Hike along the road on the east side of the lake heading northward. The trail starts on the right side of the road and goes through the valley alongside Gotthardstrasse. There are points when the trail crosses the road.

There are several stream crossings, usually with rock steps to keep you dry. In the middle of the hike (3.0mi from start) the trail will have an exit onto the Gotthardstrasse (Gotthard road) near the Chicco d’Oro restaurant, which is excellent. From the restaurant, cross the road and return to the trail as it continues down the valley until it reaches Hospental. Continue to the train station, referencing the GPS track if needed.