Protective Forest Trail Heiligkreuz
- 0:41 h
- 1.93 km
- 171 m
- 2 m
- 1,116 m
- 1,287 m
- 171 m
- Start: Heiligkreuz
- Destination: Oberstollen
In Entlebuch, 60 percent of all forests are protective forests. And that is a good thing: without these forests, Entlebuch would hardly be habitable. How do protective forests work? How are they structured? How must they be maintained? At eight stations you will find answers to these questions. Engage with the forest! Sharpen your eye for nature! Understand why protective forests are especially important for Entlebuch!
At Oberstole you will not only find an incomparable view but also two fireplaces with wood, a fountain, and a toilet. In bad weather, the Oberstole hut provides shelter. It is open year-round – just like the entire forest, which in Switzerland is mostly accessible.
For the return path, you can take the gently descending road via Reistegg back to Heiligkreuz (45 minutes). Or extend the route and hike back to Heiligkreuz via First.
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Directions & Parking facilities
The UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch lies in the heart of Switzerland, centrally between Bern and Lucerne. You reach Heiligkreuz via main road 10 towards Schüpfheim. From Hasle or Schüpfheim, drive to Heiligkreuz.
You can reach Heiligkreuz by public transport via Schüpfheim (Bern-Luzern train line). From Hasle, take the post bus to Heiligkreuz.
Plan your journey with the SBB online timetable.
Additional information
Do you want to experience the effect of a protective forest yourself? At the sliding model on the circular trail to the Kneipp facility Schwandalpweiher in Flühli, you have the opportunity to do so.
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UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
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UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
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UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
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