Mountain trail · SAC T2–T3
Eastern Switzerland

Quinten - Seerenbachfälle - Amden

Duration

3 h 30 min

Distance

8.9 km

Ascent

813 hm

Descent

327 hm

From Quinten to the Seerenbachfällen and on to Amden

The hike starts in the idyllic village of Quinten, located directly on the shores of Walensee and known for its mild, almost Mediterranean climate. The car-free village can only be reached on foot or by boat. The path initially follows the lakeshore before gradually ascending into the forest. Along the way, beautiful views of the deep blue Walensee and the mountains opposite open up time and again.

The trail then becomes somewhat more demanding. The route leads uphill through steep sections in the Seerenwald. Some areas are secured with railings and handrails. After the ascent, the terrain levels out before finally leading to the Seerenbachfällen.

The three cascades of the Seerenbachfällen plunge a total of almost 600 meters down the rock face. The middle cascade, with a drop of around 305 meters, is particularly impressive. Right next to the waterfalls, the Rinquelle also emerges from the mountain. Its water originates from an extensive, branched underground cave system beneath the Churfirsten, which remains not fully explored to this day.

After this natural highlight, the path continues down to Betlis. At the chapel, there is another beautiful view of the waterfalls and the Walensee. Afterwards, the trail continues via Oberbetlis and Schöpfsagg towards Amden, where the hike ends.

The tour thus combines the Mediterranean flair of Quinten, spectacular views of the Walensee, and one of the most impressive waterfall experiences in Switzerland.

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Impressions

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Location

Official national map and hiking trail network by swisstopo.

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Elevation profile

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Highest point
909 m a.s.l.
Lowest point
422 m a.s.l.
Ascent
789 m
Descent
303 m
Distance
8.9 km
  • flat (< 5%)
  • moderate (5–12%)
  • steep (12–20%)
  • very steep (> 20%)

Refreshments & mountain lifts

Restaurants, mountain huts, kiosks and lift stations within 100 m of the route.

Looking for places to eat – this takes a moment on the first visit.

Data: OpenStreetMap

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Stefan

10 August 2026

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