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A sporty section with views of the Mittelland. Through Alpnachstader Ried and Rotzlochschlucht gorge to the Schnitzturm tower in Stansstad. Ascent along the abandoned tracks of the Fürigen Railway to Oberschilt, then a steep climb to the Bürgenstock, with views of Mount Pilatus and the Mittelland.

Description

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
Alpnachstad
Destination
Bürgenstock
Direction
One way
Altitude (meter above sea level)
875 m
Ascent
900 m
Descent
460 m
Distance
16 km
Duration
5 h 15 min
Duration back
4 h 50 min
Technical requirements
Medium
Physical requirements
Difficult
Season
April - October
Theme
With panoramic view
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Route

Waldstätterweg

Brunnen - Rütli
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Map

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Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 5/7

Distance

16 km

Duration

5 h 15 min

Ascent

900 m

Travel information: Alpnachstad

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