Sunrise hike
Experience the magic of the morning on the sunrise hike on the Pilatus.
CHF 180.–
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From darkness, through twilight, to a spectacular sunrise at 2132 metres above sea level. The guided hike starts at midnight so that you reach the box seat on time. A breakfast on Pilatus Kulm rounds off this extraordinary start to the day.
Sunrise hike in detail
Access
Access
To Alpnachstad by car or public transport.
Price
Price
CHF 180.00 per person
Duration
Duration
Hiking time: approx. 5 hours
Included
Included
- Guided hike (by a trained hiking guide)
- Tips on how to use aids in difficult situations
- A breakfast bag incl. coffee / tea
- Ticket for the descent
Important
Important
- A very good level of fitness and surefootedness is required for these hikes.
- If the minimum number of participants is not reached or the weather forecast is poor, the hike may be cancelled. The decision on whether to go ahead will be made 2 days in advance.
To the hiking route
To the hiking route
Route: Alpnachstad valley station - Ämsigen - Chilchsteine - Pilatus Kulm - Esel
Pilatus Kulm - Esel
Ascent: 1,680 metres
Descent: 25 metres
Total: 9 km
Bring along
Bring along
- Headlamp (not a hand-held torch)
- Sturdy hiking boots with a good grip sole (no trainers/sneakers)
- Snacks for on the way
- Sufficient liquid/water
- Warm drink in a thermos flask
- Rain, sun and cold protection
- A change of outerwear
- Trekking poles as required
Put on your hiking boots and off you go!
Embark on the impressive ridge hike or discover one of the many varied routes around the mountain.