From the Stansstad Bay, the route goes through the impressive Rotz Gorge up to Betti. Then the path continues on a meadow trail north past the Drachenflue to Vorderrüti. Next follows the descent to Eichiried. At the end, it goes through the nature reserves with reed-covered bays (information boards) to Alpnachstad train station. From there, you can comfortably return by Zentralbahn to Stansstad.Â
- 2:40 h
- 9.07 km
- 286 m
- 285 m
- 432 m
- 610 m
- 178 m
- Start: Stansstad train station or boat station
- Destination: Stansstad train station or boat station
Start
Destination
Pavements
- Street (14%)Asphalt (34%)Trail (19%)Path (34%)
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Directions
Stansstad – Rotz Gorge – Alpnachstad – Stansstad
Tour information
Circular trail
Directions & Parking facilities
- Parking
In Stansstad, there are a few paid parking spaces near the train station.
Public transportationBy Zentralbahn or boat to Stansstad. Additional information
For tourist information: Nidwalden Tourism
Author
Nidwalden Tourismus
Organization
Nidwalden Tourismus









