Marbachegg – Bumbach – Marbach

From the panoramic heights of Marbachegg, this scenic hike descends across pastures and through woodland to the Emme. Along the way it passes Bumbach, Schangnau and the Arche Hof.

The Bretzeli cable car runs from Marbach up to Marbachegg, where the hike begins at its highest point, around 1,450 m above sea level. At the mountain restaurant, panoramic views open up across the Schrattenfluh, Hohgant and the Bernese Alps. The yellow-marked hiking trail passes the reservoir and descends across open pastures.

Via Oberlochsitli and Wittenfärren, the route continues through woodland and pasture to Bumbach. Along the way, it descends around 550 metres and crosses the cantonal border into Bern. Down in the valley, the trail follows the Emme, with an opportunity to soak tired feet at a suitable spot. The route continues via Port to Schangnau and the Gasthof zum Löwen. There, the Arche Hof raises awareness of endangered livestock breeds.

After the village, the trail climbs gently towards Wald before descending again. Near the end, the route follows the Schonbach for a short stretch and, after around four hours, reaches the valley station of the Sportbahnen Marbachegg outside the village of Marbach; the Marbachegg, Talstation PostBus stop is immediately adjacent.