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Emmetten wildlife observation trail
Hiking Trail
· Emmetten
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Steinböcke - König der AlpenPhoto: Region Klewenalp, Nidwalden Tourismus
Observe black grouse courtship displays and, with a little luck and a keen eye, other animals high above Emmetten and Beckenried. Equipped with binoculars and a rucksack, follow the former game warden to discover the wildlife in the area around Niederbauen.
moderate
Distance 10.9 km
3:42 h
473 m
765 m
1,759 m
1,251 m
The unique wildlife observation trail leads from Niederbauen to the Stockhütte or via Heitliberg to Klewenalp. The outing lasts between three and four-and-a-half hours depending on the itinerary.
The trail benefits from 16 info-panels describing the local wildlife and 12 species of bird. The moorland in the Niederbauen region is unique and therefore protected.
The wildlife moves around according to the seasons. The expert guide knows the best places for observing the fauna.
The trail benefits from 16 info-panels describing the local wildlife and 12 species of bird. The moorland in the Niederbauen region is unique and therefore protected.
The wildlife moves around according to the seasons. The expert guide knows the best places for observing the fauna.
Author’s recommendation
Gourmet tip: Pork fillet with hay crust at the Berggasthaus Niederbauen.
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,759 m
Lowest point
1,251 m
Best time of year
Jan
Feb
Mar
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May
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Dec
Tips and hints
More information:Nidwalden Tourismus
Bahnhofplatz 2
6370 Stans
+41 41 610 88 33
info@nidwalden.com
nidwalden.com
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Start
Niederbauen (1,570 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'683'460E 1'200'057N
DD
46.946358, 8.534917
DMS
46°56'46.9"N 8°32'05.7"E
UTM
32T 464606 5199308
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Destination
Stockhütte or Klewenalp
Turn-by-turn directions
Niederbauen - Stockhütte or Niederbauen - Heitliberg - Klewenalp
Note
Wildlife refuge Scheidegg: December 15 - April 30
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Bus from Stans to Emmetten or Beckenried.Getting there
Route planner to Beckenried oder Emmetten.Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'683'460E 1'200'057N
DD
46.946358, 8.534917
DMS
46°56'46.9"N 8°32'05.7"E
UTM
32T 464606 5199308
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
10.9 km
Duration
3:42 h
Ascent
473 m
Descent
765 m
Highest point
1,759 m
Lowest point
1,251 m
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