Zickzackweg
A 1.4-mile point-to-point route in Nidwalden, Switzerland.
- 1.4 mi
- one way
- 522 ft
- climb
- 7,179 ft
- high point
- Point to point
- route
Zickzackweg is a 1.4-mile point-to-point route in Nidwalden, Switzerland. It runs between about 5,630 ft and 7,180 ft above sea level, with roughly 520 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Wolfenschiessen, about 2.8 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Brisen, Lauwistock and Heitibüel. Stüber is within about 3 miles. For camping, Camping Buochs-Vierwaldstättersee is within about 6 miles. There are 15 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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