Ahornalp Circular Hike

A scenic winter loop over the gentle Napf spur of Ahornalp, with a border trail, picnic spot and panoramic bench. There are hardly any steep ascents, but plenty of open terrain and a start right by the bus stop.

From the Eriswil, Ahorn bus stop, it is only a few steps to the starting point on Ahornalp. The mountain restaurant stands right at the start; from here, the winter hike follows a Napf spur eastwards. The loop crosses open terrain to the border trail and continues to Chatzerschwand. The gentle undulations of the landscape involve only short ascents, while the expansive views from Ahornalp remain a defining feature.

After just under two kilometres, the route reaches its highest point at around 1'160 m. Shortly afterwards, the Seppi a de Wiggere picnic spot lies directly on the loop. A panoramic bench beneath a mighty tree provides another peaceful highlight. The route then descends gradually, turns west and follows the ridge back. After around four and a half kilometres and a good hour and a half, the winter hike ends back at the mountain restaurant on Ahornalp, immediately beside the Eriswil, Ahorn bus stop.