Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Zofingen 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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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.
3km
180m
180m
1h 35m
Landscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Zofingen (08:58) | |
| IR27 (32m) | |
| Luzern (09:30) |
| Luzern, Bahnhof (09:39) | |
| 1 (11m) | |
| Kriens, Zentrum Pilatus (09:50) |
| Kriens (Pilatusbahn) (10:01) | |
| 2516 (30m) | |
| Fräkmüntegg (10:31) |
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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| Zofingen (08:32) | |
| IR15 (28m) | |
| Bern (09:00) |
| Bern (09:07) | |
| IC8 (19m) | |
| Thun (09:26) |
| Thun, Bahnhof (09:31) | |
| 25 (10m) | |
| Oberhofen a. T., Dorf (09:41) |
| Oberhofen a. T., Dorf (09:48) | |
| 24 (19m) | |
| Schwanden (Sigriswil), Säge (10:07) |
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.
3km280m280m2h 10mTour published by:
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| Zofingen (09:03) | |
| IR27 (30m) | |
| Liestal (09:33) |
| Liestal, Bahnhof (09:52) | |
| 71 (30m) | |
| Reigoldswil, Dorfplatz (10:22) |
| Reigoldswil (Wasserfallenbahn) (10:34) | |
| 2029 (8m) | |
| Wasserfallen (10:42) |
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?
7km380m380m3h 15mTour published by:
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| Zofingen (08:58) | |
| IR27 (32m) | |
| Luzern (09:30) |
| Luzern (09:57) | |
| RE7 (31m) | |
| Schüpfheim (10:28) |
| Schüpfheim, Bahnhof (10:33) | |
| 233 (9m) | |
| Hasle LU, Heiligkreuz Kirche (10:42) |
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.
10km640m640m5h 20mLandscape: Over a suspension bridge,With panoramic views
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| Zofingen (08:58) | |
| IR27 (32m) | |
| Luzern (09:30) |
| Luzern (09:39) | |
| VAE (50m) | |
| Rothenthurm (10:29) |
| Rothenthurm, Bahnhof (10:34) | |
| 507 (4m) | |
| Rothenthurm, Altmatt Bahnhof (10:38) |
| Altmatt (10:42) | |
| S31 (5m) | |
| Biberegg (10:47) |
Here you feel as if you are in the far north: to reach the Jänzi, you snowshoe through the varied winter landscape of the Langis-Glaubenberg area. Once you have arrived at the top you can look forward to a magnificent 360-degree panorama of the surrounding mountain scenery and Sarnen Valley.
12km580m580m5h 40mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Zofingen (08:58) | |
| IR27 (32m) | |
| Luzern (09:30) |
| Luzern (09:42) | |
| S5 (26m) | |
| Sarnen (10:08) |
| Sarnen, Bahnhof (10:16) | |
| 344 (31m) | |
| Langis (10:47) |
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 20mLandscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Zofingen (08:58) | |
| IR27 (32m) | |
| Luzern (09:30) |
| Luzern (10:10) | |
| IRLEX (20m) | |
| Niederrickenbach Station (10:30) |
| Niederrickenbach Talstation (10:40) | |
| PB (8m) | |
| Niederrickenbach Dorf (10:48) |
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 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Zofingen (08:32) | |
| IR15 (28m) | |
| Bern (09:00) |
| Bern (09:12) | |
| S2 (40m) | |
| Langnau i.E. (09:52) |
| Langnau i.E., Bahnhof (09:55) | |
| 284 (28m) | |
| Trub, Ried (10:23) |
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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| Zofingen (08:32) | |
| IR15 (54m) | |
| Fribourg/Freiburg (09:26) |
| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (09:33) | |
| 123 (50m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Gypsera (10:23) |
High above Engelberg, the Obertrübsee Snowshoe Trail awaits nature-loving ramblers and ambitious athletes alike. Can there be a more wonderful feeling than leaving traces in the fresh powder snow as you wander up hill and down dale, through tranquil forests?
5km300m300m2h 40mLandscape: Along the water,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Zofingen (08:58) | |
| IR27 (32m) | |
| Luzern (09:30) |
| Luzern (09:36) | |
| IRLEX (53m) | |
| Engelberg (10:29) |
| Engelberg (Talst. Kabinenb.) (10:42) | |
| 2534 (10m) | |
| Trübsee (10:52) |
