Short Panoramic Loop around Willisau

A short circuit between Willisau, wooded hills and the Änziwigger. Along the way are the Gütsch cross, the Chapel of St Nicholas and beautiful views across the Lucerne hinterland.

From Willisau railway station, the route initially leads through Schlossfeld to the sports facilities. At the deer park, a picnic area and children’s playground offer an opportunity for an early break. The trail then passes Buechwigger and climbs to the Gütsch cross. From there, views open up over Willisau; a little further on, the Chapel of St Nicholas stands directly beside the route.

After descending to the houses, the trail follows the Änziwigger for some distance. Meadows and pastures replace the built-up area before the route climbs through woodland. It reaches its highest point near Salberig at around 650 m. Some 170 metres of ascent are spread over a walking time of just over an hour and a half.

The return route descends again to the first houses and passes Heiligblut. Shortly before the finish, it passes Landvogteischloss, a Swiss cultural property of national significance. The route then leads through Willisau back to the railway station.