Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Liestal 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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Snow-covered landscapes, tranquillity and an impressive natural experience: explore the gently rolling hills between Wasserfallen and the Passwang region in splendid style with a pair of snowshoes.
3 km
280 m
280 m
2h 10mTour published by:
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| Liestal, Bahnhof (08:52) | |
| 71 (30m) | |
| Reigoldswil, Dorfplatz (09:22) |
| Reigoldswil (Wasserfallenbahn) (09:34) | |
| 2029 (8m) | |
| Wasserfallen (09:42) |
High above Lake Thun the snowshoe trail leads from sunny Aeschiried to the foot of the Morgenberghorn. The views of the fantastic mountain backdrop and deep blue Lake Thun are spectacular.
12 km800 m800 m6h 25mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:03) | |
| IC6 (53m) | |
| Bern (09:56) |
| Bern (10:04) | |
| IC81 (30m) | |
| Spiez (10:34) |
| Spiez, Bahnhof (10:38) | |
| 62 (16m) | |
| Aeschiried, Schulhaus (10:54) |
This moderately challenging snowshoe trail surrounded by pristine nature offers stunning views into the Engelberg Valley, away from the hustle and bustle. It leads from the Maria-Rickenbach pilgrimage site with its famous monastery mainly through the forest and across meadows.
5 km240 m240 m2h 20m
Landscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp
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| Liestal (08:47) | |
| S3 (23m) | |
| Olten (09:10) |
| Olten (09:30) | |
| IC21 (35m) | |
| Luzern (10:05) |
| Luzern (10:10) | |
| IRLEX (20m) | |
| Niederrickenbach Station (10:30) |
| Niederrickenbach Talstation (10:40) | |
| PB (8m) | |
| Niederrickenbach Dorf (10:48) |
The Schwyberg trail makes for a wonderfully decelerating experience. Peace and nature have returned to what was once a bustling ski resort. Once you have climbed the Schwyberg, a breathtaking view from the alps to the Jura rewards the hikers.
9 km660 m660 m5h 0mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:03) | |
| IC6 (53m) | |
| Bern (09:56) |
| Bern (10:09) | |
| RE2 (17m) | |
| Düdingen (10:26) |
| Düdingen, Bahnhof (10:36) | |
| 125 (46m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Gypsera (11:22) |
The easy snowshoe tour on Pilatus leads from Fräkmüntegg over open meadows of Alp Bonern and back through the «Rehlöcher» forest. During the hike you cross the border from Lucerne to Nidwalden and enjoy a beautiful view of Lucerne, Lake Lucerne, the midland and the northern foothills of the Alps.
3 km180 m180 m1h 35mLandscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Liestal (08:47) | |
| S3 (23m) | |
| Olten (09:10) |
| Olten (09:30) | |
| IC21 (35m) | |
| Luzern (10:05) |
| Luzern (10:12) | |
| S5 (4m) | |
| Kriens Mattenhof (10:16) |
| Kriens, Mattenhof (10:20) | |
| 16 (6m) | |
| Kriens, Zentrum Pilatus (10:26) |
| Kriens (Pilatusbahn) (10:37) | |
| 2516 (30m) | |
| Fräkmüntegg (11:07) |
A snowshoe trek through unspoilt nature beckons below the Niederhorn, between gnarled Swiss stone pines, open meadows and sunny slopes. The backdrop with views over Lake Thun and the peaks of the Bernese Oberland will amaze you.
11 km440 m800 m5h 0mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:03) | |
| IC6 (53m) | |
| Bern (09:56) |
| Bern (10:04) | |
| IC81 (49m) | |
| Interlaken West (10:53) |
| Interlaken West, Bahnhof (11:05) | |
| 101 (18m) | |
| Beatenberg, Waldegg (11:23) |
This varied snowshoe tour starts in Trub in the Emmental valley. It leads through snow-covered forests and pastures in the hilly terrain of the Napf region. The winter scenery and the far-reaching views over the Emmental hilltops make for an unforgettable experience.
8 km420 m420 m4h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Liestal (09:03) | |
| IC6 (53m) | |
| Bern (09:56) |
| Bern (10:12) | |
| S2 (40m) | |
| Langnau i.E. (10:52) |
| Langnau i.E., Bahnhof (10:55) | |
| 284 (28m) | |
| Trub, Ried (11:23) |
Bridges and views are the stars of this snowshoe trail. Along the way, hikers can take off their snowshoes and enjoy a special experience: the foot suspension bridge in Sattel-Hochstuckli.
10 km640 m640 m5h 20mLandscape: Over a suspension bridge,With panoramic views
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| Liestal (08:47) | |
| S3 (23m) | |
| Olten (09:10) |
| Olten (09:30) | |
| IC21 (1h 15m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (10:45) |
| Arth-Goldau (10:54) | |
| S31 (14m) | |
| Biberegg (11:08) |
Snow crunching underfoot amidst a snowy winter landscape – the range of hills featuring the Napf on the right, a mountain backdrop with the Risetenstock, Schimbrig and Schafmatt on the left. And once you arrive at the First, a welcome Entlebuch-style coffee with schnapps. What more could you ask for?
7 km380 m380 m3h 15mTour published by:
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| Liestal (08:47) | |
| S3 (23m) | |
| Olten (09:10) |
| Olten (09:30) | |
| IC21 (35m) | |
| Luzern (10:05) |
| Luzern (10:16) | |
| S6 (38m) | |
| Hasle LU (10:54) |
| Hasle LU, Bahnhof (11:00) | |
| 233 (9m) | |
| Hasle LU, Heiligkreuz Kirche (11:09) |
The Bannalp is a secret gem in the Engelberg Valley. This high valley with the peaceful Bannalp reservoir at its centre is surrounded by the mighty Gross Walenstock, Klein Walenstock and Bietstock peaks. Close by, the circular walk up to the Urnerstaffel begins. Snowshoe hikers can enjoy wonderful views!
3 km110 m110 m1h 10mTour published by:
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| Liestal (08:47) | |
| S3 (23m) | |
| Olten (09:10) |
| Olten (09:30) | |
| IC21 (35m) | |
| Luzern (10:05) |
| Luzern (10:10) | |
| IRLEX (24m) | |
| Wolfenschiessen (10:34) |
| Wolfenschiessen, Bahnhof (10:37) | |
| 331 (14m) | |
| Oberrickenbach, Talstat. LFCH (10:51) |
| Fell (11:00) | |
| PB (10m) | |
| Chrüzhütte (11:10) |
