The ridge heading south

Tip
16.40 km long
Difficulty: medium
Condition: medium
Great panorama
Hike
panoramic road
  • 5:15 h
  • 16.40 km
  • 700 m
  • 2,019 m
  • 484 m
  • 2,013 m
  • 1,529 m
  • Start: Summit station Stanserhorn
  • Destination: Dallenwil

Ridge route with views in all directions, towards Lake Lucerne, Brünig Pass, and Engelberg Valley.

After the repeatedly impressive ride with the CabriO to Stanserhorn, a coffee on the viewing terrace is a must. From Adlerhorst (Stanserhorn) follows the well-secured descent on the Geo Trail towards Chrinnen with views of the striking rock formations at Chli Horn. At Holzwang, the detour to the chapel of the same name is worthwhile. Over the Ächerli you reach the entry towards Arvigrat. The ascent from Chüenerenegg is steep; the many roots require great caution, especially in wet weather. The last meters to the summit are somewhat exposed, with the flanks of the Arvigrat steep. The descent first heads south on the ridge, then down to the Schellenfluehütte and along the natural path to Gummenalp (restaurant). Particularly beautiful at the end is the option that bypasses the Ronengrat on the east side. Afterwards, you continue by cable car or on foot to Wirzweli, with a stop at the mountain inn Arviblick and then by cable car into the valley to Dallenwil.

Good to know

Pavements

Unknown
Street
Asphalt
Trail
Path

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Stanserhorn – Ächerli – Arvigrat – Gummen (Wirzweli) - Dallenwil

Cable cars are included in the time calculation (pure walking time).

Tour information

  • Mountain Railway Tour

  • Nature Highlight

Directions & Parking facilities

There are paid parking facilities at the Stanserhorn railway and at Wirzweli.

The Stanserhorn railway is only a few minutes' walk from Stans railway station.

Additional information

For tourist information and further routes see nidwalden.com/wandern

Author

Nidwalden Tourismus

Organization

Nidwalden Tourismus

Safety guidelines

Good equipment including rain and thermal protection is recommended.

Nearby

Contact

The ridge heading south
6383 Dallenwil