Leiterhorn Trail - Wengen (signposted)

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3.96 km long
round trip
Difficulty: medium
condition: very easy
Snowshoeing
  • 02:30 h
  • 250 m
  • 250 m
  • 1,289 m
  • 1,524 m
  • 235 m
  • 3.96 km
  • Start: Wengen - Hunnenfluh
  • Destination: Wengen

From the village centre of Wengen, a relatively flat trail leads via Ledi to the Hunnenfluh. On the way, the trail offers breathtaking views of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. From the Hunnenfluh you can enjoy a great view into the Lütschental and further down to Interlaken. From here it is time to strap on the snowshoes. You then climb through a wild and romantic forest for 20 to 30 minutes to the Leiterhorn. On the way, the snow-covered path offers views of Wengen and the mighty Jungfrau. Once you reach the Leiterhorn, an incredible view of the 4000-metre mountain range and the deep Lauterbrunnen valley awaits you. Those with a head for heights can enjoy an imposing, almost 700-metre vertical view down to Zweilütschienen on the north side. The subsequent way back is via Ussri Allmi and Lägerweidli along a not too steep forest path down to Wengen.

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Equipment

We recommend the following equipment: sturdy and waterproof mountain boots, light to medium rucksack, protection against the cold, sun protection, hiking poles, pocket first-aid kit, snacks, tea in a thermos flask, mobile phone.

Directions & Parking facilities

By car via Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen. From there by train to Wengen.

Large car park in Lauterbrunnen

Outward and return journey: By train via Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen and on to Wengen.

Additional information

Berner Wanderwege Association, Bern, Tel.: 031 340 01 01, E-mail: info@beww.ch, Homepage: www.bernerwanderwege.ch

Safety guidelines

This route is signposted as a snowshoe route but not specially prepared.

Map

Swisstopo National Map 1229 Grindelwald 1:25,000

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Getting there
Leiterhorn Trail - Wengen (signposted)
3823 Lauterbrunnen