Heitertannliweg
A 1.2-mile point-to-point route in Nidwalden, Switzerland.
- 1.2 mi
- one way
- 2,307 ft
- climb
- 6,121 ft
- high point
- Point to point
- route
Heitertannliweg is a 1.2-mile point-to-point route in Nidwalden, Switzerland. It runs between about 4,370 ft and 6,120 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,310 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. Most of the way is natural ground. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Hergiswil NW, about 3.3 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Klimsenhorn, Chastelendossen and Tomlishorn. For camping, Städerried Camp and Campingplatz Alpnachersee are within about 6 miles. There are 11 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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