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.
3km
280m
280m
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.
12km800m800m6h 25mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:08) | |
| IC6 (48m) | |
| 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.
5km240m240m2h 20mTour published by:
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| Liestal (08:34) | |
| IR27 (10m) | |
| Basel SBB (08:44) |
| Basel SBB (09:04) | |
| IC21 (1h 1m) | |
| 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.
9km660m660m5h 0mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:08) | |
| IC6 (48m) | |
| Bern (09:56) |
| Bern (10:09) | |
| RE2 (17m) | |
| Düdingen (10:26) |
| Düdingen, Bahnhof (10:36) | |
| 125 (46m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Gypsera (11:22) |
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.
11km440m800m5h 0mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:08) | |
| IC6 (48m) | |
| 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.
8km420m420m4h 0mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:08) | |
| IC6 (48m) | |
| 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) |
Although it is in the Pre-Alps, walking the snowshoe trail in the Riggisalp will feel as though you are in the high mountains: the route is bordered by the Schwarzsee’s two impressive peaks, the Kaiseregg and the Spitzfluh.
4km480m40m2h 20mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:08) | |
| IC6 (48m) | |
| Bern (09:56) |
| Bern (10:09) | |
| RE2 (17m) | |
| Düdingen (10:26) |
| Düdingen, Bahnhof (10:36) | |
| 125 (46m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Gypsera (11:22) |
This somewhat more challenging tour leads through the stunning landscape beneath the Schrattenfluh and its striking karst formations. The hike ends at the Chlushütte (mountain hut), located at the foot of the Böli, where incredible panoramic views across the Brienzer Rothorn range and the Bernese Alps await you.
11km760m760m6h 0mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:26) | |
| IR27 (1h 4m) | |
| Luzern (10:30) |
| Luzern (10:57) | |
| RE7 (31m) | |
| Schüpfheim (11:28) |
| Schüpfheim, Bahnhof (11:33) | |
| 241 (19m) | |
| Sörenberg, Hirsegg (11:52) |
The Hüoterhüsi trail leads through dense fir forests, along a Valais suone (irrigation channel) to the water warden's house: the Hüoterhüsi. The return route via the Alp Bodma pasture in its dream-like setting is enough on its own to make this tour worthwhile.
8km360m360m3h 40mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:08) | |
| IC6 (1h 56m) | |
| Visp (11:04) |
| Visp, Bahnhof Süd (11:10) | |
| 524 (23m) | |
| Visperterminen, Busterminal (11:33) |
High above Lake Thun, the trail leads through silent forests and open meadows on its way to Dünzenegg. Your companions are beautiful views of the lake, the Bernese Alps and the Central Plateau. With some traverses and steep, exposed sections, this trail is aimed at snowshoe hikers with some experience.
9km440m440m4h 0mTour published by:
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| Liestal (09:08) | |
| IC6 (1h 18m) | |
| Thun (10:26) |
| Thun, Bahnhof (10:31) | |
| 25 (10m) | |
| Oberhofen a. T., Dorf (10:41) |
| Oberhofen a. T., Dorf (11:18) | |
| 24 (19m) | |
| Schwanden (Sigriswil), Säge (11:37) |
Landscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
Landscape: Along the water,Onto a mountain peak,Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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