--- title: "To the ibex colony at Augstmatthorn" url: "https://www.brienzersee.ch/en/experiences/tour/to-the-ibex-colony-at-augstmatthorn" description: "At the starting point, at the Lombachalp-Roteschwand bus stop, follow the indication Augstmatthorn. A path leads over grassland to point 2101 and shortly after to the Augstmatthorn. Some exposed sections must be overcome. The panoramic view compensates for the effort of the ascent. To the north, the view spans from the Lombachalp moorland, the source area of the Emme, to the Hohgant and the Schrattenflue. With good visibility, the Jura mountains can be seen. To the east, the upper part of Lake Brienz and the Aare plain can be made out. South to west, the ring of the Bernese Alps spreads out. With some luck, you will encounter an ibex colony. The proud animals allow an approach to within a few meters. The next part of the hike runs just below the ridge or over the narrow ridge. This promises on one hand continued breathtaking views, but on the other hand longer exposed sections or difficult to walk parts must be passed. Surefootedness and a head for heights are required. This means either walking while fully concentrating on the path or stopping to enjoy the view. The most critical spots are equipped with a rope. After the Suggiture follows a descent below the tree line, so that you now move alternately through forest or pastures further towards Harder. At Wannichnubel, a short detour to the “Chnubel” offers a view of Lake Thun. The same view is offered by the platform at the Harderkulm restaurant. A panorama board helps to name the mountain peaks. Shortly after, the destination, the mountain station of the Harder funicular, is reached. Please observe the following behavior rules" language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://img.oastatic.com/img2/25083625/max/variant.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > www.brienzersee.ch > Experiences > Tour" --- GPX Share To the ibex colony at Augstmatthorn =================================== - 11.10 km long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Hiking Trail 50+ Hiking - 4:20 h - 11.10 km - 605 m - 1,060 m - 1,306 m - 2,134 m - 828 m - - Start: Lombachalp-Roteschwand - Destination: Harderkulm, funicular **The hike offers unique views of Lake Brienz and Lake Thun and the surrounding mountain peaks. With some luck, ibexes can be seen and allow you to approach them to within a few meters. Suitable for this nature experience: no hard surface.** At the starting point, at the Lombachalp-Roteschwand bus stop, follow the indication Augstmatthorn. A path leads over grassland to point 2101 and shortly after to the Augstmatthorn. Some exposed sections must be overcome. The panoramic view compensates for the effort of the ascent. To the north, the view spans from the Lombachalp moorland, the source area of the Emme, to the Hohgant and the Schrattenflue. With good visibility, the Jura mountains can be seen. To the east, the upper part of Lake Brienz and the Aare plain can be made out. South to west, the ring of the Bernese Alps spreads out. With some luck, you will encounter an ibex colony. The proud animals allow an approach to within a few meters. The next part of the hike runs just below the ridge or over the narrow ridge. This promises on one hand continued breathtaking views, but on the other hand longer exposed sections or difficult to walk parts must be passed. Surefootedness and a head for heights are required. This means either walking while fully concentrating on the path or stopping to enjoy the view. The most critical spots are equipped with a rope. After the Suggiture follows a descent below the tree line, so that you now move alternately through forest or pastures further towards Harder. At Wannichnubel, a short detour to the “Chnubel” offers a view of Lake Thun. The same view is offered by the platform at the Harderkulm restaurant. A panorama board helps to name the mountain peaks. Shortly after, the destination, the mountain station of the Harder funicular, is reached. Please observe the following Read more Berner Wanderwege Good to know ------------ Pavements Path (98%) Trail (2%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Roteschwand - Augstmatthorn - Roteflue - Wannichnubel – Harderkulm Read more Equipment We recommend the following equipment: sturdy and waterproof hiking boots, light to medium backpack, cold protection, sun protection, hiking poles, first aid kit, snacks, tea in a thermos bottle, mobile phone. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Public transportation****Outbound:** By train to Interlaken West, then by bus to Habkern, Zäundli and further to Lombachalp-Roteschwand, see also under: **Return:** By funicular to Interlaken East Read more Additional information Association Berner Wanderwege, Bern, Tel.: 031 340 01 01, E-mail: info@beww.ch, Homepage: www.bernerwanderwege.ch Read more Literature Hiking book Panoramic hikes of the Berner Hiking Trails Read more License (master data) Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Arrival by Alpin bus Habkern-Lombachalp! Read more Safety guidelines This route runs entirely or partially on marked trails of the mountain hiking path category Read more Map Swisstopo hiking map 1:50,000 254T Interlaken Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Customs, Market - Gastronomy - Gastronomy - Place of interest - cross-country skiing - environmental Education - castles/ruins - Tours 14.92 km - Hiking Trail 11.92 km - Hiking Trail 8.98 km - Hiking Trail - Webcams - Media - Media - Media **outdooractive** Contact 3804 Habkern Download GPX file - - - -