Hochwacht Observation Tower – Hochwacht loop from Melchnau

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Hochwacht Observation Tower – Hochwacht loop from Melchnau

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Hochwacht Observation Tower – Hochwacht loop from Melchnau

03:07

10.6km

290m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 11, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.17 km

Super Drop

Highlight • MTB Park

If you follow the path and keep left, you will simply drive around the drop. But choose the narrow path on the right. So you come to a drop that …

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2.83 km

Hochwacht Observation Tower

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The Hochwacht is not in Langenthal, but belongs to the municipality Langenthal. Was previously used for signaling with a high altitude fire.

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2.84 km

Hochwacht

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The Hochwacht a remote platform of the community Langenthal, which has served earlier to alert.

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8.29 km

Waldhütte Melchnau at Babeliplatz

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At the club hut on Babeliplatz you can take a break during a hike.

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10.1 km

Grünenberg Castle Ruins and Art Installations

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Very great place for big and small, there is always open several fire pits and a lot of fun and space🌲🌳👍😅

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10.1 km

Grünenberg Ruins Melchnau

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In the Middle Ages, Grünenberg Castle was an impressive complex with mighty walls and towers. The barons of Langenstein founded the nearby St. Urban monastery in 1194 and built up …

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10.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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