The best mountain hikes in Kernwald
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Last updated: October 24, 2025
3.8
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1. Ober Steigli Railway Crossing – Matthorn loop from Alpnachstad (Pilatus-Bahn)
12.7km
06:29
1,170m
1,170m
Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
5.0
(3)
19
hikers
2. Klimsen Chapel – Drachenweg Pilatus loop from Ennethorw
12.3km
06:53
1,290m
1,290m
Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
(1)
12
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3. Pilatus Kulm Sun Terrace – Esel Peak, Pilatus loop from Ennethorw
12.3km
07:13
1,360m
1,360m
Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
5.0
(1)
5
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4. Pilatus Kulm Sun Terrace – Esel Peak, Pilatus loop from Ämsigen
8.29km
04:09
700m
700m
Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
4.4
(5)
67
hikers
5. Drachenweg Pilatus – Pilatus Kulm Sun Terrace loop from Alpnach
14.7km
05:59
1,010m
1,010m
Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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