A shorter loop from Rothenthurm over the Nägeliberg
9.3 kilometres with 378 metres of ascent: this loop from Rothenthurm station at 922 metres climbs to 1,236 metres and returns over the Nägeliberg. Three hours with an elevation range of 327 metres.
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Route description
The starting point is Rothenthurm station, which makes getting there particularly easy. The path crosses the Biber at kilometre 1.0; the climb of 315 metres begins from kilometre 1.2.
The steepest section is 16 per cent at kilometre 1.3. At kilometre 4.2 the highest point of the loop is reached at 1,236 metres.
Via the Nägeliberg at kilometre 5.5 the path descends and reaches Biberegg at kilometre 6.5. A refreshment stop is recorded at the Ziegelhüttenbach.
After crossing the Steiner Aa and the Schorenbach, the route leads via Husmattli, Schwendeli, Obermüsli and Matt back to the station. Technically the path remains straightforward, but the climb calls for a little fitness. The loop can be walked from April to October.
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Getting there / public transport
By public transport to Rothenthurm; the loop starts right at the station. Current timetable at sbb.ch.
Food and drink
A refreshment stop is recorded at the Ziegelhüttenbach at kilometre 6.3. Further food and drink are available in Rothenthurm at the start and finish.
Best time of year
Recommended: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct