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Alpnachersee – Pilatus Railway Lower Station loop from Alpnach Dorf

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Alpnachersee – Pilatus Railway Lower Station loop from Alpnach Dorf

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Alpnachersee – Pilatus Railway Lower Station loop from Alpnach Dorf

01:32

5.86km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 19, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.03 km

Alpnachstad Pier

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The most beautiful panoramic view at the end of the Alpnachersee

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3.04 km

Alpnachersee

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This beautiful lake is right next to the Pilatusbahn station. It flows into the 4-Waldstättersee. A nice place to rest a bit after Pilate's adventure.

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3.12 km

Alpnachersee Lakeside Promenade

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A very beautiful lakeside promenade. Scheduled ships to Lucerne also sail here.

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3.25 km

Pilatus Cogwheel Railway

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The steepest cog railway in the world

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3.26 km

Pilatus Bahn Alpnachstad Station

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There are many tourists

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3.28 km

Pilatus Railway Lower Station

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In 1889 the 4618 m long railway line was opened (steam operation until 1937). With a maximum gradient of 48%, it is still the steepest cog railway in the world. …

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3.53 km

Charming Houses with Decorative Shingles

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There are some pretty houses in the town centre

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5.27 km

Path along the Sarner Aa

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Managed to pause here after a long journey

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5.86 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.02 km

1.97 km

832 m

617 m

394 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.79 km

1.30 km

1.29 km

294 m

171 m

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Saturday 11 July

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