Time: 3.5 hours
Length: 7.5 km
1,090 meters of elevation gain / 80 meters of elevation gain T3
From the Brünig train station, follow trail marker No. 57 (Obwaldner Höhenweg). At first, the trail follows the main road for a short distance toward the pass summit and continues on to the Hotel Kulm. That’s where the mountain trail branches off to the right. Continue to follow sign No. 57 toward Tüfengrat – Brienzer Rothorn. The mountain trail leads through the forest to the huts in Wilervorsess. Along this well-maintained trail, you’ll be rewarded with a wonderful view of Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. Once you reach the Tüfengrat (1,858 m), the final ascent leads to the striking wooden figure at the Gibel lookout point.
It’s just over 15 minutes from here to a relaxing break at the Bärghuis Schönbüel. The one-hour descent via Alp Breitenfeld will take you to the Turrenbahn mountain station. This will take you comfortably to Lungern. Take the Zentralbahn back to your starting point at the Brüngi Pass.
