- 2:50 h
- 12.61 km
- 81 m
- 81 m
- 991 m
- 1,031 m
- 40 m
- Start: Village Finsterwald
- Destination: Village Finsterwald
The Metteli trail starts at the entrance of the village Finsterwald and runs over meadows towards Fuchsschnellen, across the Mettilimoos raised bog to Brunnenwäldli, past two large wind turbines to Widen, before returning with some curves back to Finsterwald. Another entry point is located at Brunnenwäldli on Mettelistrasse. At the point "Steli" you will also find an alternative trail to shorten the cross-country ski experience.
The trails through beautiful nature lead you through romantic forest sections and moorlands in the UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch. The Finsterwald trail consists of three sections: trail Nesslenbrunnenboden, Wissenegg and Metteli.
Trail passes & prices
Trail passes are available via the online shop, at the Kassahaus on the Wissenegg trail or at the Nordic Point on the Bohrplatte (open on weekends).
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Prices
- Swiss cross-country pass (card format or digital) CHF 160.00
- Finsterwald trail pass CHF 50.00
- Day ticket Finsterwald CHF 8.00
- Children and young people up to 18 years ski in Finsterwald for free
Changing rooms & shower/WC
In the former school building (see signposts) there is a changing room with WC and shower.Â
Waxing table
The waxing table is located on the Bohrplatte in the shelter.
Good to know
Best to visit
Directions
Village - Fuchsschnellen - Brunnenwäldli - Widen - Village
Equipment
Ski rental and courses at the Nordic Point on the Bohrplatte directly at the Nesslenbrunnenboden trail Finsterwald on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
In bad weather, opening times may change at short notice. Please always check at www.langlauf-finsterwald.ch whether the ski rental is open.
Directions & Parking facilities
The UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch lies in the heart of Switzerland, centrally located between Bern and Lucerne. You can reach Finsterwald via main road 10 towards Entlebuch and from there to Finsterwald.
Attention, in winter the Glaubenberg Pass (Entlebuch - Sarnen) is closed!
Plan your route using the Google route planner.
A free parking lot is available at the Finsterwald school building.Â
You can reach Finsterwald by public transport via Entlebuch (Bern-Lucerne train line). From Entlebuch, take the Postbus to Finsterwald "alte Post."Â Attention, only a few departures per day. Please check connections in advance.
Plan your journey with the SBB Online Timetable.
Additional information
Cross-country ski trail Entlebuch-Finsterwald
CH-6162 Finsterwald near Entlebuch
Answering machine trail report +41 (0)41 480 40 60
www.langlauf-finsterwald.ch
Literature
On the trail map including rescue concept you can find details of the route. Detailed information is available at www.langlauf-finsterwald.ch
Author
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
Organization
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
License (master data)
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
Safety guidelines
- Use exclusively the marked trail and observe the signposts.
- Behave considerately towards other trail users and the landscape.
- Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be particularly strong in winter, even in cloudy weather.
- The weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing is very important.
Current information on snow conditions & trail report can be found at www.langlauf-finsterwald.ch
Information on the rescue concept.
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