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.
11km
360m
360m
4h 45mTour published by:
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| Lenk im Simmental, Bahnhof (08:42) | |
| 284 (1m) | |
| Lenk, Tennisplatz (08:43) |
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.
2km140m140m1h 10m
Landscape: Along the water,Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Lenk im Simmental, Bahnhof (08:45) | |
| 281 (15m) | |
| Lenk, Bühlberg (09:00) |
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.
8km260m260m3h 15mTour published by:
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| Lenk im Simmental (08:35) | |
| R31 (19m) | |
| Zweisimmen (08:54) |
| Zweisimmen (09:02) | |
| R11 (8m) | |
| Boltigen (09:10) |
| Boltigen, Bahnhof (09:13) | |
| 259 (22m) | |
| Jaunpass, Restaurant (09:35) |
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.
6km160m160m2h 25mTour published by:
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| Lenk im Simmental (08:35) | |
| R31 (19m) | |
| Zweisimmen (08:54) |
| Zweisimmen (09:04) | |
| 30 (48m) | |
| Les Granges-Gérignoz (09:52) |
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.
7km600m600m4h 30mLandscape: Along the water,Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Lenk im Simmental (08:35) | |
| R31 (19m) | |
| Zweisimmen (08:54) |
| Zweisimmen (09:02) | |
| R11 (28m) | |
| Erlenbach im Simmental (09:30) |
| Erlenbach i.S. (Stockhornbahn) (09:50) | |
| 2370 (9m) | |
| Chrindi (09:59) |
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.
5km180m180m2h 5mTour published by:
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| Lenk im Simmental (08:35) | |
| R31 (19m) | |
| Zweisimmen (08:54) |
| Zweisimmen (09:04) | |
| 30 (31m) | |
| Gstaad (09:35) |
| Gstaad, Bahnhof (09:37) | |
| 180 (29m) | |
| Col-du-Pillon, Glacier 3000 (10:06) |
When the Monts-Chevreuils ski area closed, the runs became fantastic winter trails. The Monts-Chevreuils hut at the top welcomes snowshoers for a well-deserved rest.
6km760m760m5h 0mTour published by:
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| Lenk im Simmental (08:35) | |
| R31 (19m) | |
| Zweisimmen (08:54) |
| Zweisimmen (09:04) | |
| 30 (54m) | |
| Château-d'Oex (09:58) |
| Château-d'Oex, gare (10:05) | |
| 175 (7m) | |
| Les Moulins, village (10:12) |
From the starting point at Les Sciernes d’Albeuve as far as the Prés d’Albeuve, enjoy the spectacular view of the circle of peaks from the Dent de Lys to the tops of the Vanil. Savour the charm and tranquillity of the region, where you might discover one of the bridges covered with timber shingles so typical of Intyamon or, if you are lucky, a wild animal in search of some dried grass.
7km400m400m3h 25mTour published by:
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| Lenk im Simmental (08:35) | |
| R31 (19m) | |
| Zweisimmen (08:54) |
| Zweisimmen (09:04) | |
| 30 (1h 24m) | |
| Les Sciernes (10:28) |
This trail links the village of La Lécherette to the Monts-Chevreuils hut, a spectacular route with stunning views of Lake Hongrin and the Pays-d’Enhaut valley.
9km480m480m4h 25mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Lenk im Simmental (08:35) | |
| R31 (19m) | |
| Zweisimmen (08:54) |
| Zweisimmen (09:04) | |
| 30 (54m) | |
| Château-d'Oex (09:58) |
| Château-d'Oex, gare (10:05) | |
| 175 (26m) | |
| La Lécherette, village (10:31) |
Winding through the upper reaches and along the right and left bank of the Hongrin as well as a protected natural area, the path offers a breathtaking view of the Cases valley and the jagged summits of the Cape aux Moines and the Vanil des Artses.
7km280m280m3h 0mLandscape: Along the water,Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Lenk im Simmental (08:35) | |
| R31 (19m) | |
| Zweisimmen (08:54) |
| Zweisimmen (09:04) | |
| 30 (1h 30m) | |
| Allières (10:34) |
