Any hiking suggestions for Wengen in Aug/Sep, and what to pack?
A traveler named Floyd plans to visit Wengen for hiking during the last week of August and then head to Lucerne in the first week of September. They seek packing advice to avoid overpacking while ensuring they have all the essentials. Floyd is also interested in hiking recommendations around Wengen, as they have already planned their time in Lucerne.
- Pack long trousers and a wind- and waterproof jacket for changing weather conditions while hiking.
- Bring sun protection items like a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses for your hikes.
- Ensure you have proper hiking boots with good grip, ideally category B for easier hikes and category C for more demanding trails.
- Consider hiking routes like Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg and Lauterbrunnen to Stechelberg for great experiences in the Wengen area.
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Hello,
I will be in Wengen the last week of August and Lucerne the first week of September. (only three weeks away!!)
Mostly hiking in both areas and looking for suggestions on what to pack for the trip.
I don’t want to overpack but certainly don’t want to leave out anything important.
This is my first trip to Switzerland and would appreciate any suggestions. (“must haves” and “don’t bother” items) Can’t wait to get there.
**Also, if you have any hiking suggestions for Wengen area or any other area I should visit while there, please share.
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Hi Floyd,
That’s a great prospect :-)! Wengen is perfect for hiking. I don’t know what level and duration you’re comfortable with, but here are some of my personal favorites:
- Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg: https://www.myswissalps.com/blog/hike-mannlichen-kleine-scheidegg/
- Wengen to Kleine Scheidegg: https://www.myswissalps.com/blog/hike-wengen-kleine-scheidegg/
- Eigergletscher to Alpiglen: https://www.outdooractive.com/de/route/wanderung/berner-oberland/-eiger-trail-eigergletscher-alpiglen-nr.-36/23431791/ (or, a bit easier: from Alpiglen to Grindelwald)
- Grütschalp to Mürren: https://www.myswissalps.com/blog/hike-grutschalp-murren/
- Lauterbrunnen to Stechelberg: https://www.myswissalps.com/blog/hike-lauterbrunnen-stechelberg/
- this roundabout hike at Schynige Platte: https://www.myswissalps.com/blog/hike-schynige-platte/
Essentials to pack for a hiking trip: long trousers to protect your legs, a wind- and waterproof jacket as your top layer, further thin layers such as shirts or fleece sweaters to adjust to varying temperatures throughout the day, sun protection (a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses) and of course: proper hiking boots with good grip.
We usually find that category B boots are suitable for easy to medium hikes in the Swiss Alps. For longer, more demanding, or exposed trails, category C would be better.
More packing and preparation tips:
- https://www.myswissalps.com/planning/practical/clothing/
- https://www.myswissalps.com/activities/hiking/
Does this get you started? Have fun preparing for your upcoming trip!
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