Hiking & nature

Walking to the Lüderenalp mountain viewpoint

Hike from Eriswil, via Ahorn, Oberi Lushütte to Lüderenalp

This beautiful hike starts in the picturesque village of Eriswil with its traditional farms. The trail then leads through lush meadows and dense forests. Take a short break at the Lushütte and enjoy the local delicacies before continuing on towards Lüderenalp. The majestic mountain backdrop accompanies you at all times.

Travel in comfort to «Huttwil» and continue by bus to «Eriswil, Station».

Route description

You start the hike in the village center of Eriswil. The hiking trail leads steadily uphill via Alp Bettler to the viewing platform on the Ahorn. From there, you take the Napfbergland border trail and head over the heights north of the Hornbachgraben up to Oberi Lushütte. From there you hike past the Geissgratflue via Blutteriedschwand to Lüderenalp. The hike is also suitable as a two-day tour with an overnight stay in the Oberi Lushütte alpine inn.

Key data

Walking route	Eriswil–Ahorn–Oberi Lushütte–Lüderenalp
Distance	18,4 km
Walking time	5 hours 50 minutes
Difference in altitude	Ascent: 618 m / Descent: 227 m
Level of difficulty	difficult

SwitzerlandMobility map with details of this walk

Availability & How to get there Today (Sunday) open

From 03 May to 26 October 2025 exclusively on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as public holidays

Travel by train to «Huttwil» and from there take bus no. 491 to the «Eriswil, Station» stop.

For your return journey from «Lüderenalp», take bus no. 285.

The normal public transport fares apply for the BLS hiking bus.