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Hiking

Equipment & Preparation

Well planned, safe on the road

  • Plan your route in advance (distance, elevation gain, duration)
  • Check the weather forecast again just before setting off
  • Adjust the difficulty to suit your fitness level
  • Allow plenty of time
  • Sturdy, well-worn walking boots
  • Clothing suitable for the weather, worn in layers
  • Rucksack with rain and sun protection
  • Plenty of water and food
  • First-aid kit, including personal medication

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Routes

‘Panorama trail’ Männlichen – Kleine Scheidegg

A real highlight for hiking enthusiasts: the high-altitude trail takes you from Männlichen at 2,230 metres above sea level via Honegg and Rotstöckli to Kleine Scheidegg at 2,061 metres above sea level. Along the way, you’ll be treated to impressive views of the surrounding mountains. By the time you reach your destination, you’ll understand why this route is rightly known as the Panorama trail.

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Wengernalp - Biglenalp - Kleine Scheidegg

Your walk begins at the Wengernalp bus stop. From there, a pleasant path takes you across lush meadows and through peaceful stretches of woodland towards Biglenalp. Along the way, you’ll be treated to repeated, impressive views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. At Biglenalp, the path eventually branches off towards Kleine Scheidegg.

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Wengen - Wengwald - Lauterbrunnen

The walk begins in the village of Wengen and leads – past the Reformed Church, Wengen’s best vantage point – down to the Wengwald bus stop. From there, the route continues steadily downhill. You’ll cover a descent of almost 500 metres in altitude on the way to Lauterbrunnen.

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And many more besides

Hike down the famous – and notorious – Lauberhorn downhill run. Via Leiterhorn and Spätenalp to Burglauenen. Up to the Hunneflueh. A leisurely walk to the Staubbachbench. There are plenty of other hikes waiting for you in and around Wengen.

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