Circular route Escholzmatt – Turner

The hiking route starts in the village of Escholzmatt. Passing the imposing church in the middle of the village, the path leads towards Schwendelberg at the outskirts of the village. Here begins the ascent through the forest up to Schwendelberg. After a short section over pastureland, you reach the ridge and the small chapel of St. Anna. Plan a short break here - the view is fantastic with a look down into the village and to the local mountain Beichlen on the opposite side. There is also a nice picnic spot with a fireplace here.

From here the path mostly runs on asphalted road, along the southwestern slopes of the Lombach valley via Obermatt to Bödeli. At the Mittelbödeli farm, the ascent continues via Oberbödeli. Markings and trail posts lead over the meadow slope up to the Turner, which is adorned with magnificent trees. Here you are rewarded with an impressive panoramic view - the highest summit destination is now also within sight. It’s not far to the Bock now, ideal for a lunch break with fine views before you start the second, shorter section of the circular hike. The trail leads through the Bock forest to Bärgli. Towards Lochweidli and then Lochgut you walk down the valley incision and back to Escholzmatt via Grabenhof.