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You can almost hear the footsteps of the pilgrims on the Route of St. James between the pilgrimage church of Werthenstein (located at the edge of Entlebuch) and Willisau.

Description

You can almost hear the footsteps of the pilgrims on the Route of St. James between the pilgrimage church of Werthenstein (located at the edge of Entlebuch) and Willisau. Cultural variety, fascinating history and and memorable landscapes define the hiking tour in Lucerne's Hinterland. Small hamlets, chapels, wayside crosses and villages with magnificent inns - pilgrims always appreciated a good meal - are located along this trail, rich in history and tradtion, which leads through meadows and forests to the well preserved little town of Willisau.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Werthenstein
Destination
Willisau
Direction
One way
Ascent
340 m
Descent
340 m
Distance
14 km
Duration
3 h 40 min
Duration back
3 h 40 min
Technical requirements
Easy
Physical requirements
Medium
Season
All year
More information https://www.schweizmobil.ch/en/wanderland/etappe4....

Route

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Map

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Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 25/33

Distance

14 km

Duration

3 h 40 min

Ascent

340 m

Travel information: Willisau

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