AlpnessTrail stage 3, Färmel - Laubbärgli

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©  (c) Lenk-Simmental Tourismus / Lenk-Simmental Tourismus AG
©  (c) Lenk-Simmental Tourismus / Lenk-Simmental Tourismus AG
©  (c) Lenk-Simmental Tourismus / Lenk-Simmental Tourismus AG
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  • Difficulty
  • Duration 4:55 h
  • Distance 13,0 km
  • 1059 hm
  • 554 hm

Alpine culture.

The Färmel Valley is about 400 metres above the valley floor. Mountain farming and - in summer - Alpine farming are its defining images. Our hike leads past Albristen and Wyssenberg, two areas where cattle graze on mountain pastures during the summer. The warm and often humid south-facing areas are productive and well-developed. Larch forests thrive in the warm location. After climbing over the long ridge of Mt. Schatthore, we briefly cross the somewhat exposed crest (2,085 m a.s.l.), the highest point of the day and a nice starting point for many paraglider pilots. One final look up at the mighty Mt. Albristhorn before we make our way down the windy trail to Mt. Laubbärgli.

Highlights:

  • Experience cowsheds of all sizes
  • Guided tour of the Alp Unter Albrist cheese dairy: Tel. 033 722 15 75
  • A glass of fresh Alpine raw milk
  • Listen to the mountain streams
  • Admire the golden larches in autumn

Host at the stage finish: Berghaus Laubbärgli. Alternative: Berghotel Hahnenmoos (extension of hiking time approx. 1h50) or by bus from Laubbärgli (SBB timetable) down to the village of Lenk.