Heidiland Hiking Tour 1: Weesen - Amden

Starting at Weesen railroad station, you cross the Linth Canal and then turn right towards Lake Walen. On the shores of Weesen, you have a view of the whole of Lake Walen and are greeted by a Mediterranean flair. After passing through the small town, the route climbs towards Matt. From time to time, it is worth taking a look at the lake, which lies lower and lower down in the valley. You continue to climb and the Mattstock massif rises up on the right. At Oberchäseren you are directly behind the Mattstock. Opposite is the Speer, which at 1,950 m above sea level is the highest Nagelfluh mountain in Europe. Here you can enjoy drinks and tasty dishes in idyllic surroundings at the alpine inn. Continue along the hiking trail to Hinter Höhi. Now it's not far to Niederschlag, where you can take the gondola lift and float comfortably down to the village of Amden with the best panoramic views.

Enjoy your first overnight stay in the mountain village of Amden.