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Winter walking in Diemtigtal
More than 30 kilometres of winter hiking trails lead through the snow-covered landscape of the Diemtigtal. Quiet valley paths, scenic high-level routes and snowy forests offer suitable tours for leisurely walks and longer winter hikes.
Winter hiking between the valley floor and high-level trails
Whether on the Grimmialp, at Springenboden or around the Wiriehorn, the Diemtigtal offers varied winter hiking trails of different lengths and levels of difficulty. Along the way, you can enjoy snow-covered landscapes, peaceful paths and sweeping views over the valley and the surrounding mountains.
Travel comfortably by train to Oey-Diemtigen train station. You can reach the starting points in the valley easily by train and post bus.
A slower pace is the order of the day at Diemtigtal Nature Park. From a half-hour stroll at the very bottom of the valley to a three-hour hike on the sunny terrace high above the valley floor, there is something for everyone.
Around the Grimmialp
Easy circular hike from the Senggiweid car park
| Walking time | 1 hour |
| Distance | 3.5 km |
| Elevation difference | 70 m |
| Difficulty level | easy |
| Starting point/End point | Senggiweid, Grimmialp |
Along the valley floor from Anger to Grimmialp
Easy winter hike from the Anger cattle showground to the Grimmialp
| Walking time | 1 hour 25 minutes |
| Distance | 5.1 km |
| Elevation difference | 186 m |
| Difficulty level | easy |
| Starting point/End point | Anger, Grimmialp |
Nüegg–Riedli winter hiking trail
Winter hike for those who prefer to walk downhill: Ride on the Wiriehorn chair lift to the mountain station and hike through snow-covered forests back down to the valley.
| Walking time | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Distance | 6.3 km |
| Elevation difference | 436 m |
| Difficulty level | medium |
| Starting point/End point | Nüegg, Riedli |
Springenboden winter hiking trail
Scenic winter hike with three route options – from short walks via Ahorni or Neuenstift to the more challenging route via Alp Ottenschwand
| Walking time | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Distance | 6.9 km |
| Elevation difference | 230 m |
| Difficulty level | medium |
| Starting point/End point |
Gsässweid, Springenboden |
| Shorter «Ahorni» route |
3 km, 1 hour |
| Shorter «Neuenstift» route |
5 km, 1 hour 30 minutes |
The winter hiking trails high up on Springenboden are where you'll find the most beautiful views in the Diemtigtal Nature Park. With the three variants of the winter hiking trail, you can choose your hike to suit your preferences: The shortcut options via Ahorni or Neuenstift are ideal for shorter walks with little difference in altitude. The trail via Alp Ottenschwand is pretty challenging, but the ascent to 1500 metres above sea level is rewarded with an impressive view of the rear Diemtigtal valley and the Simmental valley. After walking for three hours, enjoy a cosy end to a beautiful winter's day in one of Springenboden's two restaurants.
The winter walking trail
| Walking time | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Distance | 6.9 km |
| Elevation difference | 230 m |
| Difficulty level | medium |
| Starting point/End point | Gsässweid, Springenboden |
| Shorter «Ahorni» route | 3 km, 1 hour |
| Shorter «Neuenstift» route | 5 km, 1 hour 30 minutes |
