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Intro

This easy tour is a good choice for families. Experience the beautiful valley and its unique lakeside landscape.

Description

The starting point is Sarnen, the capital of Obwalden. Here you’ll see the Hexenturm (witch tower), one of the few remaining castle towers dating back to the establishment of the Swiss confederation. It was built shortly before 1291 and later became national property in 1308. Above Sarnen you’ll also see Landenberg Castle, which once belonged to the Habsburger clan, whom the Swiss despised.

On the bike path leading toward Sachseln you’ll find lovely old farmhouses, many of them right on the lake. Near Giswil you’ll find a swimming area next to the campground. Soon after you’ll come to a shady forest with wild brooks that invite the children to play in them.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Sarnen
Destination
Sarnen
Direction
Round trip
Ascent
160 m
Descent
160 m
Distance
18 km
Distance on tarred ways
17 km
Distance on natural surface
1 km
Physical requirements
Easy
Season
April - October
Theme
Along Water
Signalization
Signalisation in both directions

Map

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Quick Facts

Route number

No. 702

Distance

18 km

Ascent

160 m