From Kriens to Graustein and on to Krienseregg

Tip
3.23 km long
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Great panorama
Hike
  • 1:30 h
  • 3.23 km
  • 509 m
  • 2 m
  • 513 m
  • 1,022 m
  • 509 m
  • Start: Kriens
  • Destination: Krienseregg
Short, easy hike from Kriens via Graustein to Krienseregg (1,026 m) through mixed forest with views of Lucerne, the mountains and Lake Lucerne.

The hike starts at Kriens valley station and follows Gehristrasse through a residential area. After about 500 metres, near the last houses, a path branches right and climbs towards the forest. At the turning area, keep half left uphill without crossing the stream. Following the forest edge, you reach three switchbacks at around 708 metres, leading through mixed woodland towards Streubachstrasse and on to Graustein.

From Graustein two routes lead to Krienseregg:
One option climbs steeply across meadows and open pasture. Along a small stream you reach a signpost and a fountain with spring water at 844 metres. The path then continues over the slope and through a short forest section up to Krienseregg (1,026 m). The second route runs via Langwase and Gruohubel through forest to the same destination. At the top, circular trails in the Dragon Moor range from 15 minutes to one hour.

Waypoints

Start
Kriens
Destination
Krienseregg

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Tour information

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Sturdy footwear, a rain jacket and sufficient drinking water are essential for every hike.

Directions & Parking facilities

Auf der A2 bis Ausfahrt Luzern-Kriens, danach auf der Route 2a bis Apotheke Spani und dort linkerhand abbiegen und bis zur Talstation der Panoramagondelbahn Kriens fahren.
Bei der Talstation der Panoramagondelbahn Kriens
Mit den SBB bis Station Kriens, Mattenhof und danach mit dem Bus bis zu den Pilatus-Bahnen.

Author

Luzern Tourismus

Organization

Region Luzern-Vierwaldstättersee

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Extend the hike from Krienseregg to Bergheim Ricketschwändi with sun terrace and Swiss specialties.

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