Trans Swiss Trail
Overview
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Distance 19 km
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Duration 5 h 40 min
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Ascent 860 m
Intro
Wild, romantic route through the valley of the Emme. The rock faces of Hohgant and Schrattenflue are impressive, the former bathhouse at Kemmeriboden-Bad interesting. The wetland biotopes near Sörenberg have made Entlebuch a UNESCO biosphere reserve.
Description
The hiking trails around Schangnau lead through a diverse flora and fauna. But you will also find beautifully decorated farmhouses, old craft workshops and traditional inns. Those seeking the tranquillity of nature are sure to find it in this area. From the village onwards across a pasture, the Trans Swiss Trail first reaches the young Emme. After crossing the river, you follow the paved road to a farm. The view of the Schibegütsch, the southwestern end of the Schrattenfluh, is lovely. On the right you can see the foothills of the Hohgant. You now follow the Emme riverbank for about one and a half hours, alternating between pastures and small wooded areas. Along the way, a themed trail tells the story of the life of the Swiss ski world champion and Olympic champion Beat Feuz, who was born in Schangnau.
After about two and a half hours, the hotel and restaurant Kemmeriboden-Bad with its beautifully decorated terrace invites you to take a break. It is located in the valley between meadows and mountains in the headwaters of the Emme, and is particularly famous for its meringues. You then hike uphill along forest and gravel roads to the next inn, Salwideli. There is no region in Switzerland with larger moors and mire landscapes. A quarter of all endangered animal species depend on intact moors for their survival. Because of the radical decline of 90% since the 19th century, such areas have become even more important.
You soon reach the highest point of the hike as you continue in the direction of Husegg. Shortly before Rossweid, the hiking trail branches off to the left. A pleasant path leads down to Sörenberg. The almost six-hour, eventful stage ends in this summer and winter holiday resort.
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
| Start location |
Schangnau
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| Destination |
Sörenberg
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| Direction |
One way
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| Ascent |
860 m
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| Descent |
620 m
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| Distance |
19 km
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| Duration |
5 h 40 min
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| Duration back |
5 h 25 min
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| Technical requirements |
Easy
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| Physical requirements |
Difficult
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| Season |
April - September
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