· Local
Easy
Unnamed route
📏
4.8 km
Distance
⏱
1h 12min
Est. duration
⛰
Easy
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Route #17973 is a 4.8 km Local Hiking hiking route.
Covering just 4.8 km, this is a gentle outing perfect for families or beginners. Allow roughly 1 hour and 4 minutes.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start.
This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Hergiswil
B
Finish
· Birchbühl
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Route #17973 hiking route?
Route #17973 is 4.8 km long.
How much time should I allow for Route #17973?
Most walkers allow around 1h 12min for Route #17973 at a comfortable pace.
Is Route #17973 a circular or linear route?
Route #17973 is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Hergiswil to Birchbühl. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Route #17973 start?
Route #17973 starts at Hergiswil.
Is Route #17973 suitable for beginners?
Yes, Route #17973 is beginner-friendly. It is an easy walk suitable for most fitness levels.