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Switzerland
Espace Mittelland
Verwaltungsregion Oberland
Verwaltungskreis Thun
Sigriswil

Schafloch — West Entrance

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Schafloch — West Entrance

Recommended by 67 hikers out of 68

Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous

Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

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    Best Hikes to Schafloch — West Entrance

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    1. Sigriswil Rothorn Panorama Trail (Route 326)

    11.9km

    05:32

    960m

    960m

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

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

    Moderate

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

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    May 27, 2020

    At both ends - in the Justistal and on the opposite side - entrance defense and armories were built, and cable cars were used to transport materials. The remains are evidence of this.

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      August 8, 2017

      Western entrance of the Schafloch Tunnel.

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        The western entrance to the Schafloch is located slightly below the ridge and is easy to miss 👀 – pay attention to the trail markings! The entrance is via a short, steep path that can be slippery when wet ⚠️🥾. From here, the natural rock tunnel leads about 20m through the mountain – a fascinating experience 🪨⛰️.

        View: Right at the western portal, there is a magnificent view of Lake Thun and the Mittelland 🌄🌊 – be sure to pause for a moment and enjoy!

        Equipment: Sturdy hiking boots 🥾, possibly poles 🦯. A headlamp 🔦 is useful, as it is quite dark inside the tunnel. A cell phone 📱light will not suffice 😉.

        Safety: Not suitable in heavy rain or snow – the tunnel floor can become slippery. Recommended only for sure-footed hikers with a head for heights ⚠️.

        Special feature: The tunnel was formed by geological processes and is a rare natural phenomenon in Switzerland. It is one of the highlights of the Sigriswil ridge hike 🏞️.

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          Location: Sigriswil, Verwaltungskreis Thun, Verwaltungsregion Oberland, Espace Mittelland, Switzerland

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