Emmetten wildlife observation trail
Hiking Trail
· Emmetten
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
10.9 km
3:42 h
473 m
765 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.
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,759 m
Lowest point
1,251 m
Best time of year
Jan
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Tips, hints and links
Weitere Kulinarische Erlebnisse in Nidwalden: nidwalden.com/kulinarische-wanderungen
Nidwaldner Rezepte zum Nachkochen: nidwalden.com/rezepte
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
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public transport friendly
Bus from Stans to Emmetten or Beckenried.Getting there
Routenplaner nach 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
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