--- title: "Schimbrig-First-route" url: "https://www.luzern.com/en/tour/schimbrig-first-route" description: "The route starts at Hasle train station and follows the signs of bike route 814 throughout. Soon the first climb follows, which you tackle via Büelweid up to Schwarzebergchrüz. After a short stretch, you then descend and immediately climb up again to Schimbrig Bad. The route continues upwards to First with the wonderful view. In the mountain restaurant there is also something delicious for refreshment. The return path leads down to the power spot Heiligkreuz and back to Hasle. Connection to the Äntlibuecher-route via Flöschen-Stillaub-Gfellen-Finsterwald and to the Farneren-route via Neuhütte-Fankhus-Äbnistetten possible. Important info / closure of hiking & bike path: The Balmoos in Hasle is a raised bog of national importance and habitat for rare animal and plant species. Peat extraction and drainage have dried out the bog, so that it is now threatened in its important functions as a habitat and CO2 reservoir. Now water retention is being improved with structural measures. During construction work until the end of October 2025, the hiking trail is closed on weekdays during working hours. Further information via ProNatura Lucerne." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2803309/e414279a33026dd0630f513dc8df82942bb63465e2095349b89932adbd04fddb/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Welcome to Lucerne > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Schimbrig-First-route ===================== - 31.43 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Tour An eventful route with views of Risetenstock, Schimbrig and Schafmatt. The route starts at Hasle train station and follows the signs of bike route 814 throughout. Soon the first climb follows, which you tackle via Büelweid up to Schwarzebergchrüz. After a short stretch, you then descend and immediately climb up again to Schimbrig Bad. The route continues upwards to First with the wonderful view. In the mountain restaurant there is also something delicious for refreshment. The return path leads down to the power spot Heiligkreuz and back to Hasle. Connection to the via Flöschen-Stillaub-Gfellen-Finsterwald and to the via Neuhütte-Fankhus-Äbnistetten possible. **Important info / closure of hiking & bike path:** The Balmoos in Hasle is a raised bog of national importance and habitat for rare animal and plant species. Peat extraction and drainage have dried out the bog, so that it is now threatened in its important functions as a habitat and CO2 reservoir. Now water retention is being improved with structural measures. During construction work until the end of October 2025, the hiking trail is closed on weekdays during working hours. Further information via Read more - 3:30 h - 31.43 km - 1,363 m - 1,363 m - 695 m - 1,431 m - 736 m - - Start: Hasle, train station - Destination: Hasle, train station Good to know ------------ Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Hasle - Büelweid - Gruebehag - Schwarzebergchrüz - Mülleremoos - Schimbrig Bad - Neuhütte - First - Heiligkreuz - Hasle The route is signposted with the route fields No. 814 - Schimbrig-First-route. Read more Tour information - Circular trail - Refreshment stop Equipment Good equipment including rain and thermal protection, repair and first aid kit are always included on an MTB route. Wearing a helmet is of course mandatory, and a light is required for dusk. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**The UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch lies in the heart of Switzerland, centrally between Bern and Lucerne. You can reach Hasle via the main road 10. Plan your route with the help of the . Read more **Parking**A paid parking lot is available at Hasle railway station. Read more **Public transportation**You can reach Hasle by public transport via the Bern-Lucerne railway line. Attention: The RegioExpress does not stop in Hasle. Plan your trip with the Read more Additional information UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch Biosphere Centre Chlosterbüel 28 CH-6170 Schüpfheim Phone +41 41 485 88 50 Read more Literature The brochure «Bike-Guide» is available in digital version in the brochure shop at Read more Author UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch Organization UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Enjoy the fantastic view from the mountain restaurant First of the Entlebuch mountain world on one side and the almost endless expanses and hills on the other side. Read more Safety guidelines Attention, critical section at the segment Schimbrig Bad - Neuhütte. Wear the correct protective equipment, assess your skills correctly, give way to hikers, stay on the trail and close livestock fences! Refer to the - this way you will be welcome on your mountain bike! Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Playground - Tours 27.96 km - Tour 26.69 km - Tour 36.70 km - E-Bike Download GPX file - -