--- title: "Circular route to the spectacular Ochsenalp viewpoint" url: "https://www.luzern.com/en/tour/circular-route-to-the-spectacular-ochsenalp-viewpoint" description: "From the Gersau boat station, the route leads us towards the church, then up to Büöl and the \"Toothache Chapel\". Behind the chapel, the path continues to Sellen. Already here we have a first wonderful panoramic view over Gersau and the lake. We take the path over the Trid. After a while, the forest opens on the right side. Those who dare can cautiously go out to the climbing rocks there and enjoy the \"breath-taking\" view. But please with utmost caution! Hold children's hands! Via Föhnenberg, we reach Ochsenalp. A break is definitely worthwhile here! It is the height and viewpoint highlight. After a short, wide hillside path, a path leads through the forest to Buechgrindlen. Attention: a short section here is steep but well secured with ropes. After Buechgrindlen, the path goes through the ravine to the signpost towards Rotzingel. Past Rotzingel, the path leads along the stream back to the village. Note:So that future generations or tomorrow's hikers can enjoy the path, we ask you to take your waste with you again." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2860128/78dd0284a973be3d9e76ca6fb5f3a82fa1f5c1d6bd70595f43f19f960ca7d304/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Welcome to Lucerne > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Circular route to the spectacular Ochsenalp viewpoint ===================================================== - Tip - 8.10 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Great panorama - Hike Gersau - Sellen - Trid - Föhnenberg - Ochsenalp - Buechgrindlen - Rotzingel - Gersau The highlight of this route is not only the spectacular view at Ochsenalp! Time and again, wonderful views open up. The circuit leads up to surprisingly remote, year-round operated mountain alpine huts. From the Gersau boat station, the route leads us towards the church, then up to Büöl and the "Toothache Chapel". Behind the chapel, the path continues to Sellen. Already here we have a first wonderful panoramic view over Gersau and the lake. We take the path over the Trid. After a while, the forest opens on the right side. Those who dare can cautiously go out to the climbing rocks there and enjoy the "breath-taking" view. But please with utmost caution! Hold children's hands! Via Föhnenberg, we reach Ochsenalp. A break is definitely worthwhile here! It is the height and viewpoint highlight. After a short, wide hillside path, a path leads through the forest to Buechgrindlen. Attention: a short section here is steep but well secured with ropes. After Buechgrindlen, the path goes through the ravine to the signpost towards Rotzingel. Past Rotzingel, the path leads along the stream back to the village. **Note:** So that future generations or tomorrow's hikers can enjoy the path, we ask you to take your waste with you again. Read more - 3:15 h - 8.10 km - 618 m - 618 m - 435 m - 1,053 m - 618 m - - Start: Gersau, boat station - Destination: Gersau, boat station Good to know ------------ Pavements Street (20%) Asphalt (6%) Trail (36%) Path (38%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Gersau (435 m) - Sellen (570 m) - Trid (814 m) - Föhnenberg (960 m) - Ochsenalp (1053 m) - Buechgrindlen (950 m) - Rotzingel (875 m) - Gersau (435 m) Read more Tour information - Circular trail Equipment Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing recommended. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**Via motorway A4: exit Küssnacht or exit Brunnen. However, we recommend public transport instead of car: Sit back, enjoy, and do something good for the environment as well. Read more **Parking**There are various paid parking options in the village: e.g., at the quay area by the lake or in the middle of the village near the old town hall. Read more **Public transportation**Buses run from Gersau towards Brunnen or Küssnacht at least every half hour. Gersau is also accessible by boat! Read more Additional information In the canton of Schwyz, dogs must be kept on a leash! Read more Author Gersau Tourismus Organization Schwyzer Wanderwege Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author From Buechgrindlen you can shorten the route by turning left before the alpine hut and then walking on the paved mountain road to the right towards Rotzingel. Read more Safety guidelines Please refrain from hiking in case of strong föhn wind. Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Tennis court - mountain railway - Tours 7.86 km - Hike 9.98 km - Hike 13.26 km - Hike Download GPX file - -