Klausen Pass, Mountain pass in Uri, Switzerland
Klausen Pass is a mountain pass in the Swiss Alps connecting the canton of Uri with Linthal over approximately 46 kilometers. The road climbs to 1948 meters and winds through the alpine landscape with numerous curves and steep sections.
The pass developed from a cattle track first documented in 1196 with a customs office at Bürglen. By 1590, a traveler's hospital was established at Urnerboden to support those crossing.
The pass hosted the Klausen races between 1922 and 1934, drawing tens of thousands of spectators to witness automobile competitions on the mountain curves. These events made it a gathering point for motorsport fans.
The road closes from October to May due to snow, with PostBus Switzerland providing service during the open season. Visitors should expect variable weather and steep switchbacks when traveling through during summer months.
The boundary between Uri and Glarus cantons was determined in 1315 by two runners starting from opposite ends at dawn. This unusual method placed the border 8 kilometers down from the summit.
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