Lucerne · Hiking

Alter Pfad - Quelleweg

0.6 mi
round trip
1,576 ft
climb
6,018 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Alter Pfad - Quelleweg is an out-and-back trail, 0.6 miles each way (1.1 miles round trip) in Lucerne, Switzerland. It runs between about 5,640 ft and 6,020 ft above sea level, with roughly 660 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. The nearest town is Schwarzenberg, about 3.0 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Mittaggüpfi, Hüenerhubel and Rot Dossen. For camping, Städerried Camp and Campingplatz Alpnachersee are within about 6 miles. There are 6 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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Conditions and forecast

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