Sparenmoos Run: Heimchueweid - Zweisimmen

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  • Difficulty
  • Duration 15 min
  • Distance 2,5 km
  • 389 hm

Take the bus from the Zweisimmen train station to the starting point Heimchueweid. This is where the 2.5-kilometer-long, moderately difficult and winding trail begins. It is located almost exclusively in the forest. Once you have arrived at the Obegg stop, you can either take the bus or walk back to the station - or walk up again to the start.

Walking distance of about 1 km from the bus stop Obegg (end of the toboggan run) to the train station (alternatively there is also a bus).

If you have more time, you can start the toboggan run at Sparenmoos. The route from Sparenmoos to Heimchueweid leads across snowy meadows and through forest sections. It is not very steep and is suitable for families.

  • Approach

    The Destination Gstaad is located in the south-west of Switzerland right on the border to the French-speaking part of the country. The Destination is easily accessed by rail or car from the regions around Lake Thun and Lake Geneva and the Gruyere region Direct connections to the European high-speed rail network and all international airports in Switzerland guarantee a time-saving and pleasant journey. The main means of transport in the destination of Gstaad are the "MOB" (Montreux-Oberland Bernois) train and numerous post bus lines.

    More information on gstaad.ch: Travel & Public Transport.

  • By train to Zweisimmen. Then by bus (Sparenmoos) to Heimchueweid.

    More information about the bus schedule: www.sparenmoos-aktiv.ch, +41 79 339 94 29

  • Parking at Zweisimmen train station and then by bus to Heimchueweid.

    • Water-resistant clothes: winter coat, snow trousers and gloves
    • Footwear with break assistant
    • Snowsport helmet
    • Ski goggles
    • Make sure your sledge is in good condition