Schüpfer trail

4.30 km long
Difficulty: easy
cross country skiing
  • 1:03 h
  • 4.30 km
  • 63 m
  • 63 m
  • 723 m
  • 763 m
  • 40 m
  • Start: Schüpfheim village, Wolfgang
  • Destination: Schüpfheim village, Wolfgang

Cross-country skiing right in the middle of the village!

Bergfex trail report

Schüpfheim in the center of the UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch offers its holiday guests a rich cultural, sports, and leisure program. Schüpfheim is located centrally at the widest point of the Kleine Emme valley. The original street village burned down in May 1829, and the rebuilding was used to create a generous, expandable village center. Since then, Schüpfheim has lived up to its role as the main town while still keeping atmosphere and idyll.

The Schüpfer trail is easily accessible and starts at Migros. With gentle ascents and descents, you pass by Dänili to Wolfgang Chapel, Brüggmösli, and finally back to the start at Migros. With a view of the Farneren, you don't get the feeling of being in the middle of the village. The Schüpfer trail is a rather small cross-country ski trail but maintained with great dedication. Beginners as well as advanced skiers can practice cross-country skiing right in the village of Schüpfheim (Wiesland). Of these, 3 km (713 to 730 m above sea level) are very easy for beginners. The entire course is also used as a training trail by the sports gymnasium and schools.

Trail passes & prices

Trail passes are available through the online shop, at the counter at the BLS travel center, or at Schüpfheim station (Monday-Saturday).

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Schüpfheim village, Wolfgang - Dänili - Wolfgang Chapel - Brüggmösli - Schüpfheim village, Wolfgang

Directions & Parking facilities

The UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch lies in the heart of Switzerland, centrally located between Bern and Lucerne. You can reach Schüpfheim via main road 10 from Lucerne via Wolhusen or from Bern via the Emmental.

Plan your route using the Google route planner.

A paid parking lot is available at Schüpfheim station.

You can reach Schüpfheim by public transport on the Bern-Lucerne railway line. 

Plan your trip with the SBB online timetable.

Additional information

Schüpfheim Tourism
c/o BLS Travel Center Schüpfheim
Bahnhofstrasse 16
6170 Schüpfheim
Tel. +41 (0)58 327 60 95
www.schuepfheim.ch

Author

UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch

Organization

UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch

License (master data)

UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch
License: Attribution

Safety guidelines

  • Use only 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 very strong, especially in winter, even on cloudy days.
  • Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing is very important.

Nearby

Address

Schüpfer trail
6170 Schüpfheim