Adventure trail "Lea and Ben with the suckler cows" in Luthern Bad / 01.04. - 31.10.2025/2026

Tip
4.67 km long
Round trip
Difficulty: medium
Condition: medium
Theme trail
  • 1:25 h
  • 4.67 km
  • 173 m
  • 173 m
  • 848 m
  • 1,021 m
  • 173 m
  • Start: Dreilindenplatz, Luthern Bad
  • Destination: Dreilindenplatz, Luthern Bad

Adventure trail - fun and games for the whole family

The approximately one-hour themed route "Lea and Ben with the suckler cows" offers a playfully exciting insight into suckler cow farming and promises great entertainment for the whole family. 

On the adventure trail, you and your family will repeatedly come across stations where you can solve various tasks with Lea and Ben. You will learn playfully about topics such as suckler cow farming, sustainable feed, breed diversity, and waste on the pasture, and learn how to behave towards cattle when hiking.

The themed route is continuously open from April 1, 2025, to October 31, 2025 / 2026. 

Good to know

Pavements

Street
Asphalt
Trail
Path

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Luthern Bad lies in the heart of Switzerland at the foot of the Napf near Willisau. The pilgrimage site is probably the most visited pilgrimage location in Lucerne.

From the village center, the adventure trail leads along the Mutterkuh Schweiz farms of Beat Huber, Thomas Schwegler, and Severin Walther, who produce Natura-Beef from suckler cow farming. Along the way, you will encounter a variety of breeds, such as Grauvieh, Simmental, Limousin, Brown Swiss, and various crosses. With almost 40 recognized breeds, Mutterkuh Schweiz contributes significantly to breed diversity in Switzerland. Upon arrival at the destination, signposts lead the circular route back to the starting point. Now, in addition to suckler cows, dairy herds and cattle can also be encountered. At the penultimate station, you will learn something about the different herds. Those who have paid close attention can now distinguish cows, calves, and cattle on the way.

Tour information

  • Loop Road

  • Mountain Railway Tour

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Good shoes for the ascent.

Directions & Parking facilities

Luthern Bad lies in a side valley between Huttwil and Willisau and can be reached from both sides in about 20 minutes. The journey from Lucerne, Solothurn and Olten takes about 1 hour. Upon arriving in the village, there are parking spaces on the left by the old schoolhouse. On the opposite side, immediately after the bus stop, is the start.
There are parking spaces at the beginning of the village on the left side by the old schoolhouse. Signage is provided.
There are public transport connections at peak times from Lucerne and Langenthal, with a bus transfer required at Hüswil or Zell. ​​​​​​

Additional information

www.mutterkuh-schweiz.ch

Author

Edith Alarcon

Organization

Communauté

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

When you reach the destination, it is worth taking a short detour to the holy spring "Badbrünnli" to enjoy an arm and foot bath after the hike. A visit to the self-service shop "Luthern-Lädeli" is also worthwhile.

The ascent from the first farm to the Wishubel hut is a bit steep but pleasant in the shady forest. Those who prefer a more leisurely ascent can do the route in reverse.

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Contact

Adventure trail "Lea and Ben with the suckler cows" in Luthern Bad / 01.04. - 31.10.2025/2026
6156 Luthern