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Naturpark Diemtigtal
Naturpark Diemtigtal
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Fliegender RotmilanPhoto: R. Aeschlimann / Naturpark Diemtigtal
We are surrounded by birds almost everywhere, but often only notice their cheerful chirping. Did you know that some birds travel 800 km a day in search of food?
moderate
Distance 6.2 km
2:45 h
220 m
220 m
890 m
670 m
The beautiful and varied cultural landscape of the Diemtigtal provides a home for many birds. The bird trail leads you through numerous habitats of native bird species. Observe the nursery of a pair of swifts live with a nest camera or test your knowledge of bird calls. Along the way, you can expect to learn many astonishing things about the bird world (explanations in German only).
The populations of many bird species are in sharp decline. The reason for this is often the lack of habitat, which we humans alter for our own purposes. A long-term goal in the Diemtigtal is therefore to provide rare species with a better basis for life again. With the help of the local population, landowners and the Sempach ornithological station, various projects are underway to promote our birdlife.
The populations of many bird species are in sharp decline. The reason for this is often the lack of habitat, which we humans alter for our own purposes. A long-term goal in the Diemtigtal is therefore to provide rare species with a better basis for life again. With the help of the local population, landowners and the Sempach ornithological station, various projects are underway to promote our birdlife.
Author’s recommendation
In the Wilerau, visit what is probably the smallest hotel in the valley, the house martin hotel. Near the floodplain forest stands the swallow tower with 42 swallow nests.
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
Bächlen, 890 m
Lowest point
Bahnhof Oey-Diemtigen, 670 m
Best time of year
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Track types
Forested/wild trail
3.4 km
Path
0 km
Road
2.8 km
Tips and hints
Theme trail flyers with overview map are available from the Diemtigtal Nature Park office (in German only).Diemtigtal Nature Park
Bahnhofstrasse 20
3753 Oey
Phone +41 33 681 26 06
info@diemtigtal.ch
www.diemtigtal.ch
Open or closed?
Find out in our > summer sports report
Refreshment options
Ofehüsi in the Gruebi (post 7): ideal for a little hunger or thirst on the way
Groups and school classes are requested to book in advance: Phone +41 79 368 72 04
Stärnä Beizli: Restaurant at the starting point of the theme trail
Phone +41 33 681 00 46
Start
Marketplace Oey (669 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'610'769E 1'167'661N
DD
46.660096, 7.579334
DMS
46°39'36.3"N 7°34'45.6"E
UTM
32T 391310 5168373
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Destination
Marketplace Oey
Turn-by-turn directions
Follow the Vogelweg from Oey-Diemtigen railway station or Oey market square to Schuhaus Wiedmer and from there via «Grafestei», «Zälg» to «Bächlen». From there the trail leads to «Gruebi», where the «Ofehüsi» awaits you for refreshments. Walk down to the Grund along the valley hiking trail to the covered Katzenloch fireplace. Follow the Chirel river to the market square or further back to Oey-Diemtigen railway station. The path is marked with white directional signs and a green route field.
Other route variants:
Shorter variant: to «Zälg», from here the path to the Katzenloch fireplace can be shortened (2.8 km).
Other route variants:
Shorter variant: to «Zälg», from here the path to the Katzenloch fireplace can be shortened (2.8 km).
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
By train to Oey-Diemtigen station (Spiez–Zweisimmen line).Getting there
Motorway A6 Bern direction Zweisimmen, 1 km after the Simmenfluhtunnel turn left direction Diemtigtal. Follow the Diemtigtalstrasse into the valley for 4 km to the village of Oey. The market place is 200 metres after the level crossing on the right-hand side.Parking
Free parking is available on the market square (200 metres after the level crossing on the right-hand side). Alternatively, there is paid parking at Oey-Diemtigen railway station.Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'610'769E 1'167'661N
DD
46.660096, 7.579334
DMS
46°39'36.3"N 7°34'45.6"E
UTM
32T 391310 5168373
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
- Sturdy shoes
On the way you will find a covered fireplace. Don't forget your cervelat sausage, knife and drinks for the road!
Reviews
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
6.2 km
Duration
2:45 h
Ascent
220 m
Descent
220 m
Highest point
890 m
Lowest point
670 m
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Maps and trails
- Waypoints
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Duration
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Ascent
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Descent
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Highest point
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Lowest point
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