Guided Hike Around Mount Brisen | from Niederrickenbach

Tour details

• Start/Finish: Dallenwil–Niederrickenbach cable car valley station

• Distance: approx. 14 km

• Hiking time: approx. 5 hours of walking time

• Elevation gain/loss: approx. 1,000 m / approx. 1,000 m

• Character: Challenging and varied mountain hike with alpine paths, steeper ascents and spectacular panoramic sections

• Difficulty: T2 (mountain hiking trail)

A varied mountain hike through the impressive alpine landscape around Mount Brisen.

From Dallenwil, the cable car takes us to the mountain station in Niederrickenbach in just 8 minutes.

From Niederrickenbach, the trail climbs steadily towards the idyllic Brisenhaus. After a short break, we continue along scenic mountain trails through the Peterslücke towards Haldigrat. The impressive panorama of the Central Swiss Alps accompanies us throughout the hike. The varied descent takes us via Chrüzhütte and across expansive alpine meadows and mountain landscapes back to Niederrickenbach, where the cable car takes us back down to Dallenwil.

The combination of challenging ascents, varied trails and spectacular viewpoints makes this tour a truly special mountain experience.

Getting there

Take the train from Lucerne to Dallenwil (Niederrickenbach valley station) or travel by car. Paid parking spaces are available at the Niederrickenbach valley station.

Be well prepared

• Good hiking footwear and weather-appropriate clothing

• Hiking poles recommended

• Sufficient water and snacks

• Personal medication

• A positive attitude and a love of being active in nature

Costs

The costs of the journey to and from the tour, as well as food and parking fees, are payable by the participants. There is an opportunity to stop for refreshments at Brisenhaus and Haldigrat.