Urwaldweg Bödmeren
Introduction
Situated between Mittenwald and Bödmeren in the Swiss canton of Schwyz, this hike takes us through the primeval Bödmer nature reserve (Urwaldreservat), with its forests that have been largely unaffected by humans and are one of the most pristine forests in the Alps. As we climb up towards Wolfsbüel and Floschen, we get wonderful views back down to the forest in the valley below, before we descent once more and return to the forest.
This hike is about 10km in length and you should allow about 3hrs of actual hiking time, in addition to the time spent resting and admiring the views.
The Hike
Hike summary
| Date: | 11th June 2018 |
| Weather: | Cloudy, with heavy rain at times |
| Start time: | 09:10 |
| Hike No. | Local Route 826 |
| Length: | 10.5km |
| Ascent/Descent: | 357 m / 357 m |
| Hiking Time: | 3hrs |
| Grade/Fitness Level: | Medium (mountain hiking trail) / Medium |
| Signposting: | The route is signposted with its own sign  |
Overview
The hike starts at the parking place near Eigeliswald on Pragelpassstrasse, with a short trek through a small forest of the slender, deeply feathered spruces, before emerging out onto the pastures of the Mittenwald. Turning east, we head towards Bödmeren, through a mosaic of forest and pastures. Arriving at Stägen, we take the higher path onwards to Bödmeren. At Bödmeren, we turn south and head towards Äbenenmatt. before turning west and heading towards Saum. From Saum, we head north, back towards our starting point.
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