Furka Pass

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Furka Pass

Elevation 2431 m.
Location Flag of Switzerland Switzerland
Range Alps
Coordinates 46°34′22″N, 8°25′00″E

Furka Pass (el. 2431 m.) is a high mountain pass in the Swiss Alps connecting Gletsch, Valais with Realp, Uri.

The Furka-Oberalp-Bahn line through the Furka Tunnel bypasses the pass. The base tunnel opened in 1982 and replaced a tunnel at 2100 m.

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Coordinates: 46°34′22″N, 8°25′00″E