Herb Bench Trail

A short circuit across the open slopes of Hergiswil: planted herb benches tell of thyme, hyssop and rosemary, while views extend as far as the Napf region.

From the «Hergiswil LU, Dorf» bus stop, it is only a few steps to the tourist information office, where the Herb Bench Trail begins. Initially, the route follows the Enziwigger and soon leaves the houses of Hergiswil behind. It climbs gently across meadows and open slopes. Along the way, benches with herb plantings and information about the plants that give the trail its name appear at regular intervals.

The thyme, hyssop and St John’s wort benches provide highlights along the way; at the hyssop bench, the circuit can be shortened by returning to the village. Higher up, the view sweeps across Hergiswil towards the Napf region. Near Buechehübeli, the trail reaches its highest point at around 800 m before descending again. Marshmallow and rosemary can also be found along the way, while herb and berry products are sold at Märthüsli. After around an hour, the route returns to the village, passes Café Thalmann and ends back at the tourist information office at Steinacher.