Hike&Dine voucher Emmenuferweg and Banhöfli Entlebuch
Hike&Dine in the footsteps of Solène & Matthias. With the Hike&Dine voucher for only 50 CHF you get:
- The Hike&Dine menu (welcome drink and 3 courses) at the Restaurant Bahnhöfli incl. surprise from the Chef
- Hiking description Emmenuferweg: Chapellbodenbrücke – Entlebuch
- Restaurant description Bahnhöfli Entlebuch and contacts for reservation
Free interactive map of the hike on the Emmenuferweg from Chappelbodenbrücke – Entlebuch – Schüpfheim
If you click on the icons above, you can view a free map of the hike on the Emmenuferweg from Chappelbodenbrücke via Entlebuch to Schüpfheim. You can also download a GPX file of the hike to use with your smartphone or smartwatch. Find here an interactive map of the hike on the Emmenuferweg.
Our experience on the Emmenuferweg from Chappelbodenbrücke – Entlebuch – Schüpfheim
We were on the Emmenuferweg in June. It was a hot June day! We wanted to do a hike where you can cool off along the way. We had heard from friends that the hike along the Emmenuferweg is ideal, especially on hot days. Hikers walk along the river most of the time under tall trees protected from the sun. Read more about our experience hiking the Emmenuferweg here.
Arrival: from Wolhusen to Chappelbodenbrücke to Emmenuferweg
We traveled from Lucerne by train to Wolhusen. There, we changed to the post bus, which chauffeured us to Chappelbodenbrücke. We were already standing in the middle of the wilderness. From the bridge we looked down on the Kleine Emme river. Between the rocks in the river were bathers, who were cooling off on this hot June day. We followed the signpost on the left.
On the Emmenuferweg from Chappelbodenbrücke to Entlebuch
To start, we shared the wide gravel path with some cyclists and other hikers. To our right, the green Emme River glistened through the trees. The sound of the water immediately put us in a meditative state. Apart from the sound of the water, we heard nothing – except maybe now and then a train running on the line between Wolhusen and Entlebuch.
Lots of forest and lots of animals on the Emmenuferweg
After about half an hour, the path became narrower. We crossed a forest with tall trees. At times it became almost dark. We were glad, because that day it was simply too hot to hike in the sun. After another half hour, we came to a sort of clearing where someone had built a nice house. We sat down on a bench and listened to the birds. The flora and fauna are very diverse. After a few minutes, a butterfly kept us company.
Pure nature is the correct expression here. The Kleine Emme between Entlebuch and Chapelbodenbrücke was not influenced by the human hands. The course was left as nature intended. There are no retaining walls or anything like that.
A cool down in the Emme at the Emmenuferweg
We hadn’t been on the road for an hour yet and felt like we had been out in the wilderness for days. On the Emmenuferweg you can switch off perfectly. It doesn’t have as many people as elsewhere and the wandering crowd is well distributed. Occasionally we saw people comfortably picnicking by the river. Oh yes: there are also fireplaces along the way. So if you like to barbecue you can pack the barbecue goods in your backpack. About 15 minutes before Entlebuch we spotted a poster with a reference to the Restaurant Bahnhöfli. For us, it was clear that we will not to a barbecue 😉
Dine-Tip: Eat at Restaurant Bahnhöfli in Entlebuch
The Bahnhöfli Restaurant is located about halfway along the Emmenuferweg from Chappelbodenbrücke to Schüpfheim, in Entlebuch. It is the ideal place for lunch or dinner and the perfect destination for those who want to finish their hike along the Emmenuferweg.
Hike on the Emmenuferweg from Entlebuch to Schüpfheim
For all those who did not stay in the Restaurant Bahnhöfli and who still have strength, the hike continues in the direction of Schüpfheim. The Emmenuferweg, which is somewhat wider here, continues – as the name suggests – along the Kleine Emme. Later the path leads along cow pastures and partly over old wooden bridges. This part of the Emmenuferweg is more open and you have a wide view of the Schrattenfluh and other mountains in the Entlebuch region. After about 3:15 hours of hiking, we reached our destination Schüpfheim. From Schüpfheim you can take the train in the direction of Bern or Lucerne resp. to continue the next day in the direction of Sörenberg along the Kleine Emme.
Hike&Dine tip for ambitious hikers: extension at the start / end of the Emmenuferweg from Chappelbodenbrücke – Wolhusen / Wolhusen Neuemsern Rosei
Matthias has a tip for all those who set the Restaurant Bahnhöfli in Entlebuch as the destination of the hike. Start your hike in Wolhusen Neuemsern Rosei instead of Chappelbodenbrücke. It thus takes about 45 minutes longer. On this section, you will discover another branch of the Kleine Emme, the Fontanne. The trail goes up and down more here than on the rest of the Emmenuferweg. For Matthias it is clear: pleasure hikers should start in Chappelbodenbrücke. All others: You are spoiled for choice.
Conclusion of our hike on the Emmenuferweg from Chappelbodenbrücke – Entlebuch – Schüpfheim
We recommend this stage of the Emmenuferweg to all hikers who are looking for an easy hike and enjoy walking in forests. We liked this hike very much because it is not too difficult and yet you are completely immersed in another world. The swim in the Kleine Emme was a welcome refreshment. We think that this hike is very suitable for all age groups and also families. There are many places to sit and grill along the way. If you want to experience a day of pure nature, the Emmenuferweg is the place to be.
More pictures from the hike on the Emmenuferweg
Here you can find more pictures of the Emmenuferweg
