Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Lenk by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.
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Lenkersee, Iffigbach and, as climax, the Iffigfall – water is the trump card on this snowshoe hike. From Lenk, the trail goes in the direction of the frozen natural phenomenon under the eyes of the mighty Wildstrubel.
11 km
360 m
360 m
4h 45mTour published by:
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| 284 (1m) | |
An easy snowshoe hike through snowy mountain forests and across streams, away from any road or ski run. This trail with guaranteed snow leads from Bühlberg through pristine winter scenery with views of the Simmental's mighty peaks.
2 km140 m140 m1h 10m
Landscape: With panoramic views,Along the water,Onto a mountain peak
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| 281 (15m) | |
A pass hike with panorama: Trudging through the versatile landscapes at the foot of Bäderhorn, you gaze into Niedersimmental and the Bernese Alps. Especially impressive: the rugged spikes of Gastlosen.
8 km260 m260 m3h 15mTour published by:
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| R31 (19m) | |
| R11 (8m) | |
| 259 (22m) | |
Starting from Château-d’Oex, a family resort in the Vaud Alps, this all-ability trail runs along the Sarine across a suspension bridge and past an icefall, returning through spectacular snow-covered pastures to the site of the International Air Balloon Festival.
6 km160 m160 m2h 25mTour published by:
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| R32 (19m) | |
| GPX (48m) | |
This varied circular tour follows the Jaunbach stream and offers a nice view of the impressive jagged peaks of the Gastlosen mountain range.
4 km260 m260 m2h 10mTour published by:
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| R31 (19m) | |
| R11 (8m) | |
| 259 (34m) | |
This circular tour with start and end point at Chrindli offers a varied hike through the Stockhorn region. Hike up instead of just around the Cheibenhorn peak and you will be rewarded with magnificent views of the Alpine summits.
7 km600 m600 m4h 30mLandscape: With panoramic views,Along the water,Onto a mountain peak
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| R31 (19m) | |
| R11 (28m) | |
| 2370 (9m) | |
The trail runs from the high Musersbergli station to the panoramic viewing area. Through the forest you reach the «Soldatenhaus» at the foot of the Gastlosen mountains. If you arrive at the right place, at the right time, you can admire the dazzling sun filtering through the «Grossmutterloch».
10 km380 m950 m4h 50mTour published by:
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The snowshoe trail «Charmey–Jaun» links the villages of Charmey and Jaun. The route offers a pleasant walk along the Jogne. The path ends at the foot of the Cantorama and the Jaun waterfall.
9 km220 m70 m3h 30mTour published by:
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| R32 (19m) | |
| GPX (8m) | |
| 259 (34m) | |
| 260 (2m) | |
Between the Col du Pillon and the delightful little Lake Retaud, this snowshoe trail takes you to the Chalet du Rard and then to Lake Retaud, in a tranquil natural setting with impressive views of the legendary peaks of the Les Diablerets mountains.
5 km180 m180 m2h 5mTour published by:
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| R32 (19m) | |
| GPX (29m) | |
| 180 (25m) | |
Enjoy the serenity of Diemtigtal Nature Park on the Grimmialp Trail. At the very end of the valley, the circular hike traverses Alpine meadows with fantastic views of the peaks of the Diemtigtal valley. If you are lucky, you might spot ibex.
7 km380 m380 m3h 20mTour published by:
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| R31 (19m) | |
| R11 (31m) | |
| 250 (36m) | |
