Albert Schweitzer Trail
Naturpark Diemtigtal - The circular route around the Grimmialp is dedicated to probably the most famous guest of the Diemtigtal. The stays between 1901 and 1909 strongly influenced Schweitzer's ethic of "Reverence for Life."
The Grimmialp was of crucial importance for the life and work of Albert Schweitzer. Together with "Tata" (Adele Herrenschmidt), a good acquaintance of Schweitzer's, he stayed on the Grimmialp for several weeks from 1901 to 1909—except for 1907 when he was in the Grisons region. Here he sought peace and relaxation and enjoyed many hikes in nature.
In his honor, a small circular hiking trail was established together with the Swiss Aid Association for the Albert Schweitzer Hospital. Rest benches and quotes from Albert Schweitzer help to reflect and recharge.
Digital staging from the rich life of the doctor, philosopher, theologian, and organist
Besides extended and virtual reality, you experience through animated graphics, audio and video contributions, as well as interactive game elements on the existing theme trail the rich facets of Albert Schweitzer's life in a somewhat different way (info for download under "More info and links").
Route-information
Route-information
- Length
- 4.81 km
- Altitude difference ascent
- 121 m
- Altitude difference descent
- 121 m
- Time required
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Level technique
- Easy
- Level condition
- Easy
Details
The theme trail flyer with an overview map is available at the office of the Diemtigtal Nature Park.
Diemtigtal Nature Park
Bahnhofstrasse 20
3753 Oey
T 033 552 26 00
info@diemtigtal.ch
www.diemtigtal.ch
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Equipment / Equipment rent
Sturdy footwear
Signalization
Follow the Albert Schweitzer Trail from the Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp to the valley road. Walk along the road to the Blauseeli with its striking turquoise-blue color. From here, you hike towards Würzi and along the forest edge back towards Seehoreweid. Over the Buechli, you take the descent to the valley road before turning left after 250 meters to reach the Schwenden Chapel. The chapel, over 100 years old, is somewhat hidden and surrounded by trees. The path leads you back to the Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp. The loop is marked with white direction signs and a green route marker.
Arrival
Arrival
- Starting point
- Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp, Schwenden
- Arrival by public transport
- Schwenden i. D., Winteregg Timetable SBB
- Destination
- Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp, Schwenden
Suitable for
The offer is suitable for
- Adults
- Children from 7-12 years
- Children >12 years
- 50+
- Groups
