Fortuna Trail Tschenten
Overview
Intro
The Fortuna Trail Tschenten brings trail running enthusiasts to the local mountain of Adelboden and combines an active experience with the natural beauty of the Bernese Oberland. The trail for all levels opens up a unique view of the mountain world and is a must for an active holiday in the Adelboden region.
Description
After the start in the village centre of Adelboden, the trail first leads guests on a steady and easy ascent towards Höreli. Venerable old farmhouses and lush meadows dominate this stretch. The first stage come to an end at the Alpine Garden Höreli. This carefully tended garden is home to all the flowers and herbs of the nearby alpine region, marks the northern point of the trail and at the same time offers a view as far as Lake Thun – a great panorama that always makes stopping for a drink well worth your while.
Always following the white Fortuna Trail signs, the route continue towards Tschentenalp. This sweaty climb to the highest point of the trail offers varied sections that occasionally include narrow, rocky and sandy paths. Once at the top, the view sweeps from the Niesen mountain chain to the Engstligen Valley, with the Wildstrubel and the impressive Engstligen Falls, the second highest waterfalls in Switzerland. The empowering silence of nature can best be felt here.
The descent back to the village also offers a few highlights: the view from Taubenfels, the typical wooden barns and the dense fir forest give reason to pause. In the last stretch, the route is still slightly elevated over short ascents and descents leisurely leading back towards Adelboden village. Small mountain streams and grazing cows dominate the landscape here.
Our insider tip? Storm the peak at sunrise!
When the first of the sun’s rays brush the surrounding mountains, the atmosphere is particularly magical. The golden landscape is a feast for the eyes, and the palpable tranquillity a blessing for the mind.
Further useful information
| Levels | The trail is suitable for all levels. Those who like things to be leisurely hike steeper sections, while those who are looking for a challenge can time themselves. |
| Shortcut | Muscles feeling sore already? The trail can be made shorter with the Adelboden-Tschentenalp gondola lift. So if the ascent is too steep or your knees hurt just thinking about the descent, simply enjoy a ride on the colourful gondola lift. |
| Places to eat and drink | The upper station of the gondola lift Adelboden-Tschenten with the TschentenAlp mountain restaurant can be found on Tschentenalp. By the way, right next door is a Giant Swing, which brings the Alps a little closer. |
To the Fortuna Trail Tschenten
More trail running routes in Adelboden
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 |
Adelboden
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|---|---|
| Destination |
Adelboden
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| Direction |
Round trip
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| Altitude (meter above sea level) |
1947 m
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| Ascent |
696 m
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| Descent |
696 m
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| Distance |
12.8 km
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| Duration |
2 h 35 min
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| Season |
May - October
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| Theme |
To a mountain peak, With panoramic view
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| Details | Tour description |
Tourismus Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg TALK AG
Untere Bahnhofsstrasse 16
3714
Frutigen
Switzerland
