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Switzerland
Zentralschweiz
Nidwalden
Wolfenschiessen

Bannalp Lake – View of Bannalpsee loop from Gross Walenstock

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Hiking trails & Routes
Switzerland
Zentralschweiz
Nidwalden
Wolfenschiessen

Bannalp Lake – View of Bannalpsee loop from Gross Walenstock

Hard

4.7

(11)

68

hikers

Bannalp Lake – View of Bannalpsee loop from Gross Walenstock

02:31

6.94km

310m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 810 m for 485 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Alpine Hut

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1

9 m

Berggasthaus Bannalpsee

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We paid 12 CHF per person one way here today

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2

293 m

Bannalp Lake

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The Bannalpsee is a popular excursion destination in central Switzerland and is located in the municipality of Wolfenschiessen in the canton of Nidwalden. The lake is located in a beautiful …

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3

597 m

4

1.97 km

View of Bannalpsee

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Beautiful mountain trail above Bannalpsee with wonderful views.

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5

2.28 km

Berggasthaus Urnerstaffel

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Very good, friendly and large portions.

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6

2.90 km

Alp ascent Bannalp

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7

4.49 km

The cable car station Chrüzhütte is the ideal starting point for a hike with children (for lowlanders only from 6 years, not suitable for pushchairs)

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8

4.92 km

Mountain Hut With Bench and View

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B

6.94 km

End point

Alpine Hut

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.02 km

2.06 km

1.37 km

470 m

Surfaces

2.22 km

1.78 km

1.60 km

811 m

498 m

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Highest point (1,850 m)

Lowest point (1,590 m)

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Thursday 11 June

11°C

2°C

69 %

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