Things to Do around Lungern
Lungern is a village nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, within the canton of Obwalden. This region offers a diverse landscape characterized by high mountain peaks, lush meadows, dense forests, and the striking emerald-green Lake Lungern. Its varied terrain provides an ideal setting for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more. The natural features, including the lake and surrounding mountains, create a compelling environment for outdoor pursuits.
Things to Do in Lungern
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4.5
(18)
143
riders
9.80km
00:45
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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(11)
62
riders
36.8km
02:47
520m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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206
riders
81.7km
06:19
1,740m
1,740m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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75
riders
29.2km
02:59
1,330m
1,330m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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1,043
hikers
10.6km
02:52
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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69
hikers
11.5km
04:49
590m
590m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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191
hikers
9.18km
03:22
530m
530m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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119
hikers
16.2km
06:12
1,050m
1,050m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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646
riders
84.5km
05:34
2,610m
2,610m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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415
riders
38.6km
02:42
1,380m
1,380m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
4.6
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353
riders
19.5km
00:56
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
5.0
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250
riders
63.5km
04:21
2,110m
2,110m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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124
riders
78.8km
06:25
1,730m
1,730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32
riders
25.5km
03:50
1,390m
1,390m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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56
riders
12.9km
01:01
270m
270m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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49
riders
40.6km
03:45
1,300m
1,300m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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5.0
(4)
23
hikers
11.7km
04:32
700m
700m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
5.0
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16
hikers
14.9km
06:30
830m
830m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
4.0
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13
hikers
8.36km
03:45
670m
670m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
4.0
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8
hikers
12.8km
04:23
410m
410m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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17
riders
51.2km
04:20
1,560m
1,560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
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20
riders
41.4km
03:45
1,660m
1,660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.0
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14
riders
30.9km
02:45
1,210m
1,210m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
(3)
12
riders
33.1km
02:31
860m
860m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
runners
12.7km
02:20
960m
960m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
3.0
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13
runners
8.42km
00:56
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
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11
runners
5.55km
00:35
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
6
runners
25.0km
04:38
1,630m
1,630m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Frequently asked questions
What types of outdoor activities are available in Lungern?
Lungern offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountaineering, and gravel biking. The region features 128 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.53 stars from more than 2,500 ratings.
Are there hiking trails for beginners or families in Lungern?
Yes, Lungern provides options for all skill levels. The Lungerersee Lake Loop is an easy, flat stroll around Lake Lungern, suitable for families. The Lungern-Turrenbahn cable car also provides access to various trails at higher altitudes. For more information, consult the Hiking around Lungern guide.
What are the best mountain biking routes in Lungern?
Lungern offers 27 mountain biking routes. Popular trails include Summerweid, Balmiflue, and Sunnentag Horn. The Lungern-Turren-Bahn serves as a starting point for several mountain biking routes. Explore more options in the MTB Trails around Lungern guide.
What cycling routes are available for road and touring cyclists in Lungern?
The Lungerersee tour is a popular and easy 6.1-mile (9.8 km) touring cycling route that circles Lake Lungern on mostly paved surfaces. The region also features scenic roads over mountain passes like Brünig and Glaubenbielen. For detailed routes, refer to the Cycling around Lungern guide.
What natural attractions and viewpoints can be found in Lungern?
Key natural features include the emerald-green Lake Lungern, Brienzer Rothorn Summit offering panoramic views, and waterfalls such as Giessbach Falls and Dundelbach Waterfall. The region is also surrounded by mountains like Hoch Gumme and Gupfi. Tannensee is a large reservoir providing a wild highland experience.
How popular is Lungern for outdoor activities on komoot?
Lungern is a popular destination with more than 44,000 visitors sharing their experiences on komoot. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from over 2,500 ratings. There are 128 routes available across various sports.
Are there challenging hiking trails in Lungern?
Yes, Lungern offers challenging treks for experienced hikers. The Lungern-Schönbüel Trail ascends to 5,262 feet (1,604 meters). The trail to Brienzer Rothorn Summit provides magnificent panoramic views of Central Switzerland and the Bernese Alps.
What komoot guides are available for Lungern?
Komoot offers several guides for Lungern, including Hiking around Lungern, MTB Trails around Lungern, and Cycling around Lungern. Other guides cover road cycling, jogging, mountaineering, and gravel biking.
What is the official website and phone number for Lungern tourism?
The official website for Lungern tourism is lungern.ch. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +41 41 679 79 79.
What is the Lungern-Turrenbahn cable car and how is it used for outdoor activities?
The Lungern-Turrenbahn cable car provides convenient access to numerous hiking and mountain biking trails at higher altitudes. It serves as a starting point for exploring the mountainous terrain around Lungern, including routes to panoramic viewpoints.
Can visitors swim or engage in water sports at Lake Lungern?
Lake Lungern, known for its emerald-green water, offers opportunities for swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, yachting, and windsurfing. The lake also features a small lido with a sandy beach and a long water slide.
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