Hublchapllu Circular Hike
Pilgrim trail
· Switzerland
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A contemplative circular hike through the village of Ferden.
closed
easy
2.8 km
1:10 h
209 m
230 m
This circular hike starts at the church in Ferden, which was dedicated in 1960. The modest interior of the church and the interplay of colours in the church windows exude a unique atmosphere. The trail continues from the Church of the Holy Trinity via the "Leischa" up to the beautiful village square with its St. Barbara Chapel, grand houses and the Bietschhorn in the background.
Continue up the village street to the signpost for the old road leading to the Lötschenpass. Follow this to the "Waldchaplla" shrine, which houses a statue of Our Lady of Lourdes. The path forks here and you follow the right-hand forest track to the "Hublchaplla", which is dedicated to Saint Francis.
You will reach the road in 10 minutes and return to "Färdariäd", passing the hermitage built in 1933. This building was bought by the Sarnen Benedictine Monks in 1952. The “Einsiedler Muttergottes”, the hermit statue of Our Lady of Einsiedeln, from the chapel stands in Ferden Church during the winter months. During the Benedictine Monks' holidays, it returns to the chapel for the celebration of Mass. Continue down the road from the hermitage to the Shrine to Saint Barbara. The circular hike ends at the church.
Continue up the village street to the signpost for the old road leading to the Lötschenpass. Follow this to the "Waldchaplla" shrine, which houses a statue of Our Lady of Lourdes. The path forks here and you follow the right-hand forest track to the "Hublchaplla", which is dedicated to Saint Francis.
You will reach the road in 10 minutes and return to "Färdariäd", passing the hermitage built in 1933. This building was bought by the Sarnen Benedictine Monks in 1952. The “Einsiedler Muttergottes”, the hermit statue of Our Lady of Einsiedeln, from the chapel stands in Ferden Church during the winter months. During the Benedictine Monks' holidays, it returns to the chapel for the celebration of Mass. Continue down the road from the hermitage to the Shrine to Saint Barbara. The circular hike ends at the church.
Author’s recommendation
The 1:25,000 scale hiking map is your perfect companion for an unforgettable day's hiking in the Lötschental. Available from the Lötschental Tourist Information Office in Wiler or online at www.loetschental.ch/webshop

Author
Sandra Stockinger
Updated: December 01, 2020
Difficulty
easy
Technique
Stamina
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Highest point
1,580 m
Lowest point
1,380 m
Best time of year
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Safety information
- Plan your tour carefully
- Ensure that you have a full set of appropriate equipment
- Never embark on a tour alone
- Inform friends, relatives, the mountain hut supervisor or the hotel porter of your proposed tour. Report back when you arrive at your destination.
- Keep a constant eye on weather developments
- Adhere to the principle: if in doubt, turn back!
Tips, hints and links
Mit der Wanderkarte 1:25'000 sind Sie perfekt ausgestattet für einen unvergesslichen Wandertag im Lötschental. Erhältlich bei der Infostelle Lötschental in Wiler oder unter www.loetschental.ch/webshopStart
Ferden, village (1,388 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'624'632E 1'138'133N
DD
46.394106, 7.758890
DMS
46°23'38.8"N 7°45'32.0"E
UTM
32T 404582 5138585
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Destination
Ferden, village
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
The postbus runs every hour from Gampel/Steg or Goppenstein to Ferden ("Ferden, Dorf" postbus stop).Getting there
Drive into the Lötschental from Goppenstein as far as the village of Ferden.Parking
You can park your car in the car park by the "Ferden, Dorf" postbus stop or in the car park (not free).Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'624'632E 1'138'133N
DD
46.394106, 7.758890
DMS
46°23'38.8"N 7°45'32.0"E
UTM
32T 404582 5138585
w3w
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Order a free copy of the "Walking and Pilgrimages" brochure from the Lötschental Tourist Information Office or online at www.loetschental.ch/prospekteStatus
closed
Difficulty
easy
Distance
2.8 km
Duration
1:10h
Ascent
209 m
Descent
230 m
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