Discover a variety of beautiful hikes easily accessible from Sarnen by public transport. From the Trans Swiss Trail with views of Sarnersee to the Nidwaldner Zentrumsweg showcasing local history, these routes offer diverse landscapes and experiences. Enjoy panoramic vistas of Central Switzerland, explore cool gorges, and traverse alpine meadows on these carefully selected trails.
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The section from Sarnen to Alpnach is particularly attractive thanks to its enchanting nature reserve on the Wichelsee lake. Simply a must-see, from the wide variety of waterfowl and plants to the massive rock faces on the other side of the lake.
7km
30m
50m
1h 45m
Barrier free: Yes
Landscape: Along the water
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| Sarnen (08:49) | |
| S5 (1m) | |
| Sarnen Nord (08:50) |
Engelberg – a well-known and popular excursion destination. This round tour leads from the impressive monastery to the picturesque River Aa and constantly affords wonderful views of idyllic rural landscapes and the spectacular mountain panorama.
9km50m60m2h 10mBarrier free: Yes
Landscape: Along the water
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| Sarnen, Bahnhof (08:31) | |
| 351 (4m) | |
| Sachseln, Seehof/Brüggi (08:35) |
Flüeli offers magnificent views. The varied and pleasant route runs along the shores of Lake Sarnen and Lake Lungern and, from the Lungern church, the Brünig-Saumweg archaeology theme trail, which has been used as a pilgrimage route for a long time.
23km820m560m6h 40mLandscape: Along the water,Over a pass
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The long-distance Trans Swiss Trail from Porrentruy to Mendrisio is one of the last great adventures in highly-developed Switzerland. A variety of landscapes, cultures and places of interest await along the 32 stages of the 488-km trail.
510km17800m17900mLandscape: Over a pass,With panoramic views
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The ViaJacobi leads from the Bodensee to Genève as part of the European Jakobsweg (Route of St. James). Lined by churches, monasteries and chapels, it offers a fabulous hiking experience along historic paths through a diverse cultural landscape.
450km11900m11800mLandscape: With panoramic views
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From the Sarnersee lakeside path steeply up to the Flüeli-Ranft pilgrimage site, where eremite Niklaus von Flüe retreated into a gorge, to live as a cleric, visionary, warning voice and counsellor. His birthplace is one of Switzerland’s oldest wooden dwellings.
10km340m100m2h 45mLandscape: Along the water
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| Sarnen (08:39) | |
| S5 (6m) | |
| Ewil Maxon (08:45) |
The Waldstätterweg leads around the touristic highlight of the Vierwaldstättersee (Lake Lucerne). Explore the natural and cultural landscape with its historic sites, villages, lake shores and city on foot. Discover the heart of Central Switzerland anew.
115km4800m4800mLandscape: Along the water,With panoramic views
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Crowning stage over the Renggpass - past the KKL and Triebschen estate via the Horwer peninsula at the foot of Mount Pilatus. Passage over the Renggpass, the only overland link to Obwalden in the 1860s before the construction of the Brunigstrasse.
21km1000m1000m6h 45mTour published by:
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A sporty section with views of the Mittelland. Through Alpnachstader Ried and Rotzlochschlucht gorge to the Schnitzturm tower in Stansstad. Ascent along the abandoned tracks of the Fürigen Railway to Oberschilt, then a steep climb to the Bürgenstock, with views of Mount Pilatus and the Mittelland.
16km900m460m5h 15mLandscape: With panoramic views
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| Sarnen (08:49) | |
| S5 (9m) | |
| Alpnachstad (08:58) |
Brother Klaus Way leads from Stans to Flüeli Ranft. This is the path Heimo Amgrund followed on the night of December 21, 1481. He was seeking the advice of Brother Klaus, who helped bring peace to the region.
21km800m780m6h 0mLandscape: With panoramic views
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| Sarnen, Bahnhof (08:31) | |
| 351 (8m) | |
| Sachseln, Bahnhof (08:39) |
