Join us for a hike to the stunning Oberblegisee! This trail offers breathtaking alpine views, with an intermediate ascent and descent. We are heading out for a moderate short hike and a day at the lake. From there we are exploring the close surrounding such as the lake valley, the streams leading into the lake, the hills and maybe some waterfalls.
- 🚶 Meeting point: Train station Luchsingen-Hätzingen at 9:06 AM.
Those coming from Zurich can meet in the train:
7:43 → 9:06, S25, Zürich HB platform 5 → Luchsingen-Hätzingen
- 🏁 End point (for the hike): Brunnenberg (Bergstation Luftseilbahn Luchsingen)
- ⏳ Duration: 3 hours of total walking (not counting the optional exploration of the surrounding of the lake).
- ↔️ Distance: 5 km
- ⬆️ Ascent: 384hm
- ⬇️ Descent: 384 hm
Difficulty
Physical difficulty: We are hiking over dirt roads, grass, rubble, sand and on wet terrain. All of those can be slippery. The elevation gain and loss could be challenging for some. This includes slippery ascends and descends.
Plan
Lets meet at the train station in Luchsingen-Hätzingen at 9.06 AM. Those coming from Zurich might already meet in the train S25 (Z-Pass OSTWIND-ZVV Day Pass).
In Luchsingen, we take the aerial cable car to Brunnenberg (cost 20 CHF).
From Brunnenberg, we will traverse meadows and woods leading to the spectacular Oberblegisee (1421m). At the lake, we will explore the shore and choose a spot for our base camp, where we will have lunch and enjoy an optional swim in the clear water. If you're hesitant about entering a natural water spot, we provide a supportive group and carry a floating device for added security. In the afternoon, you can choose to stay at the lake or join the exploration of the surrounding. This exploration will largely remain within sight of the base camp and include the valley, mountain river, and maybe waterfalls.
We will then descend using the aerial cable car back to Luchsingen The estimated 3-hour walking time does not include breaks and is only an approximation. We will not be in a rush to catch any connections and will be on the way back to Zurich around 19.00h.
Preparation / Equipment
- Cash 20 CHF for cable car.
- Hiking shoes preferred.
- Sun protection
- Swimsuit + towel optional, if you want to swim in the lake
- Hiking poles (nice to have, not strictly essential)
- Water: about 2l.
- Food: Snacks along the way and picnic lunch.
Cost
The hike is free! Cost only applies for transportation.
Weather and Organization
This hike is scheduled for both, Saturday and Sunday the 10th and 11th of May. According to the weather, the better day will be chosen and the other event will be cancelled. In case of bad weather, both events will be cancelled. For cancellation there will be a message in Meetup latest on the evening of Friday, the 9th of May.
Disclaimer
The organizer is not responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur during the hike. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are physically fit and capable of participating in this hike.
Reservations
The limited number of participants is intentional, so free spots will appear only if someone cancel their participation.
We kindly ask for your support to make this event work: If your plans have changed and you can't attend anymore, please cancel your reservation so that someone else can join. Please do that as early as possible and not in the last minute :) That's much cooler than a no show.
