Explore the beauty of the Gantrisch area that stretches between Schwarzenbühl and Ottenleue, along the Gäggersteg. Back in 1999 a powerful storm named Lothar swept through parts of Europe causing fear and destruction in its path. The forest, on the Gägger bore the brunt of this calamity with almost all of it being uprooted.
Gantrisch Nature Park
The Gäggersteg presents a pathway that meanders beautifully among the treetops of the Pfyffe forest sanctuary. This distinctive trail guides guests through the storm wood area showcasing its root structures and offering an encounter, with the natural reforestation efforts in the reserve.
Strolling along the Gäggersteg visitors can relish a panorama of the Gantrisch mountain range. The family friendly path also features opportunities to delve into forest knowledge and its various functions.
A intriguing subject is deadwood, which serves as a habitat for diverse organisms and wildlife playing a crucial role, in fostering biodiversity.
Gäggersteg
The Gäggersteg therefore not only offers a unique nature experience, but also a valuable learning opportunity for visitors of all ages. Here they can explore the fascinating nature of the forest, understand the importance of dead wood and experience the rich diversity of plants and animals in the forest reserve up close. A visit to the Gäggersteg is an unforgettable journey into the beauty and importance of nature.
Gäggersteg – a unique wooden footbridge
The design of the viewing platform features a repeating pattern of a structure, with both straight and slanted supports. The pathway gracefully winds through the storm affected area standing tall at a height of 8 meters above the ground.
Visitors on the Gäggersteg bridge have the chance to observe from a distance the storm natural developments. Else in Switzerland has managed to preserve the authenticity of a ravaged forest area while offering access. Providing a one of a kind nature encounter in the Bernese Midlands.
The bridge seamlessly integrates into its surroundings allowing guests to witness the forests rejuvenation from a viewpoint. Positioned above they can watch as young trees slowly revive the devastated land. Additionally Gäggersteg provides an awe inspiring panorama of nature around encouraging visitors to appreciate and savor their time there.
The fusion of architecture and nature at Gäggersteg creates a spot that’s not only visually appealing but also holds significant ecological importance. Guests can witness natures strength here while gaining admiration for its resilience and beauty. A visit to Gäggersteg ensures an immersion, in nature that stirs emotions and enriches ones soul.
Video “Gäggersteg”: Drone video in the Nature Park Gantrisch.
Drone video from the wodden boardwalk “Gäggersteg” in the Nature Park Gantrisch. It remembers the damage of the storm “Lothar” in 1999.
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Video Gäggersteg | swiss mountains hiking path
Gäggersteg is a walk-in wooden sculpture and hiking path in the swiss mountains. The wooden footbridge in Rüschegg in the Gantrisch regional Nature Park was reopened on June 6, 2020, and offers interesting facts about the surrounding biodiversity as well as a great view of the Gantrisch mountain range.
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