360° Biosphere, 9th Stage: Glaubenberg - Finsterwald

Description

After the steep ascent to Glaubenstock, the route follows an almost never-ending ups and downs along the border between Obwalden and Lucerne to Schrotenegg. The descent to the old Rischbrücke crosses the partially newly constructed trail in 2022. On the way to Gfellen, you pass the historic former hermit settlement Brüederenalp. After a short ascent, mostly soft moor paths through Fuchserenmoos lead to the Postauto stop Finsterwald. Requirements:
Hike of 16 km length, 760 meters ascent, 1250 meters descent, endurance and sure-footedness, T2 Duration:
Approx. 6 hours Meeting point (see map):
08:00 Glaubenberg Passhöhe, Postauto from Entlebuch: Departure 07:25, arrival Glaubenberg Passhöhe 07:54 Equipment:
Hiking shoes, picnic and drink, hiking poles as needed Leadership:
Richard Portmann, nature guide Dogs:
not recommended Registration:
Mandatory registration by the day before, 15:00: https://angebote.paerke.ch/de/subscription/subscriber/52390 Implementation:
Email info on the registration deadline day from 16:00 Insurance/Cancellation:
www.biosphaere.ch/agb

Highlights

• Hike over 16 km with 760 meters ascent
• Visit to the former hermit settlement Brüederenalp
• Meeting point at 08:00 am at Glaubenberg Passhöhe

General Information

The hike runs along the border between Obwalden and Lucerne and offers impressive views of the Schlierengrat and the autumnal moors. The route requires endurance and sure-footedness and takes about 6 hours.

Location

Chlosterbüel 28, 6170 Schüpfheim, Switzerland

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