- 2:30 h
- 27.96 km
- 995 m
- 995 m
- 686 m
- 1,319 m
- 633 m
- Start: Schüpfheim, train station
- Destination: Schüpfheim, train station
The Farneren route starts at Schüpfheim train station and follows the signs of bike route 815 throughout. At the Feldgasst junction, it leads along Frutteggstrasse up to Finishütte. At the chapel, you can enjoy a wonderful view of Schafmatt and Äbnistettenflue. Via Äbnistetten the route continues uphill over Fankhus to the alpine farm Neuhütte. A short descent over Rossweid and then uphill again to Schwarzebergchrüz follows. Via Büelweid you ride downhill to Hasle and then along the Emme back to Schüpfheim.
Connection to the Schimbrig-First route is possible via Äbnistetten.
Important info / Closure of hiking and bike path: The Balmoos in Hasle is a raised bog of national importance and habitat of rare animal and plant species. Peat extraction and drainage have dried out the bog, so it is now endangered in its important functions as a habitat and CO2 reservoir. Now water retention is being improved with structural measures. During construction work until the end of October 2025, the hiking path is closed on weekdays during working hours. More information via ProNatura Lucerne.
Good to know
Best to visit
Directions
Schüpfheim - Bleikiwald - Finishütte - Fankhus - Neuhütte - Schwarzebergchrüz - Gruebehag - Farnacher - Hasle - Änetämme - Siggehuse - Schüpfheim
The route is marked with route signs No. 815 - Farneren route.
Tour information
Loop Road
Equipment
Good equipment including rain and warm protection, repair and first aid kit are always part of an MTB route. Wearing a helmet is of course mandatory and a light is required for dusk.
Directions & Parking facilities
The UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch is located in the heart of Switzerland, centrally between Bern and Lucerne. You can reach Sörenberg via main road 10 towards Schüpfheim.
Plan your route with the help of the Google route planner.
You can reach Schüpfheim by public transport via the Bern-Lucerne train line.
Plan your trip with the SBB online timetable.
Additional information
UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch
Biosphere Center
Chlosterbüel 28
CH-6170 Schüpfheim
Tel. +41 41 485 88 50
www.biosphaere.ch
Literature
The brochure «Bike Guide» is available in digital format via www.biosphaere.ch/broschueren
Author
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
Organization
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
License (master data)
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Try the fresh alpine cheese at Alp Äbnistetten and enjoy the impressive view of Äbnistettenflue and Schafmatt.
Safety guidelines
Wear the right protective gear, accurately assess your skills, give way to hikers, stay on the trail and close gates! Refer to the Central Switzerland bike code - so you'll be welcome on your mountain bike!
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