Hochstollen circular route, Melchsee-Frutt

This panoramic hike is worth every drop of sweat. The start is at the old mountain station at Melchsee-Frutt. You walk along the Melchsee to the Balmeregg valley station. From here, it goes steeply uphill to the Balmeregghorn. From the bench, you enjoy a wonderful view of the Bernese Alps and the Titlis. With some luck, you may spot marmots, chamois, or ibex on the leisurely hiking trail via Planplatte to Hääggen. Then it goes uphill again via Hohsträss to the Wit-Ris notch and then further along the steep mountain hiking trail to the Hochstollen. A breathtaking panoramic view rewards the climb every time. After a picnic break, you tackle the steep descent via Abgschütz to the Blausee and back to the Frutt village.