Hiking
Nordspitze Panoramaweg
Bargen–Bargen
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Nordspitze Panoramaweg
Bargen–Bargen
This walking tour combines history and botany. The route goes past the protected botanical gem called «Tannbüel» with its numerous orchid species to the northernmost point of Switzerland, the historical landmark number 593.
The start, and also the destination of this hike is Bargen, the northernmost village of Switzerland. Bargen is not a typical border town, it has retained its original agricultural character - despite access to the motorway. The village, as well as the whole of the route is located within the protection zone of the Randen foothills.
The historical landmark number 593 is located in the centre. At this «Black Stone», as the landmark is often called in popular jargon, exiled or condemned people were deported to Germany by the Schaffhausen nobility in former times.
On the trail enjoy both unforgettable views of the Swiss Alps in the south and the beauty of the local Randen forest. The protected botanical jewel, «Tannbuel», is known for its more than 20 different varieties of orchid which are in full bloom in the months of May and June. Besides the orchids, with the Lady's Slipper as the main variety, several other flowers and plants bloom in this area.
Furthermore, internationality also plays an important role. The entire route alternates between the countries of Switzerland and Germany. Grill your food at the picnic area by the landmark on Swiss soil, and eat it on German territory – and there are not more than five metres in between.
The historical landmark number 593 is located in the centre. At this «Black Stone», as the landmark is often called in popular jargon, exiled or condemned people were deported to Germany by the Schaffhausen nobility in former times.
On the trail enjoy both unforgettable views of the Swiss Alps in the south and the beauty of the local Randen forest. The protected botanical jewel, «Tannbuel», is known for its more than 20 different varieties of orchid which are in full bloom in the months of May and June. Besides the orchids, with the Lady's Slipper as the main variety, several other flowers and plants bloom in this area.
Furthermore, internationality also plays an important role. The entire route alternates between the countries of Switzerland and Germany. Grill your food at the picnic area by the landmark on Swiss soil, and eat it on German territory – and there are not more than five metres in between.
This walking tour combines history and botany. The route goes past the protected botanical gem called «Tannbüel» with its numerous orchid species to the northernmost point of Switzerland, the historical landmark number 593.
The start, and also the destination of this hike is Bargen, the northernmost village of Switzerland. Bargen is not a typical border town, it has retained its original agricultural character - despite access to the motorway. The village, as well as the whole of the route is located within the protection zone of the Randen foothills.
The historical landmark number 593 is located in the centre. At this «Black Stone», as the landmark is often called in popular jargon, exiled or condemned people were deported to Germany by the Schaffhausen nobility in former times.
On the trail enjoy both unforgettable views of the Swiss Alps in the south and the beauty of the local Randen forest. The protected botanical jewel, «Tannbuel», is known for its more than 20 different varieties of orchid which are in full bloom in the months of May and June. Besides the orchids, with the Lady's Slipper as the main variety, several other flowers and plants bloom in this area.
Furthermore, internationality also plays an important role. The entire route alternates between the countries of Switzerland and Germany. Grill your food at the picnic area by the landmark on Swiss soil, and eat it on German territory – and there are not more than five metres in between.
The historical landmark number 593 is located in the centre. At this «Black Stone», as the landmark is often called in popular jargon, exiled or condemned people were deported to Germany by the Schaffhausen nobility in former times.
On the trail enjoy both unforgettable views of the Swiss Alps in the south and the beauty of the local Randen forest. The protected botanical jewel, «Tannbuel», is known for its more than 20 different varieties of orchid which are in full bloom in the months of May and June. Besides the orchids, with the Lady's Slipper as the main variety, several other flowers and plants bloom in this area.
Furthermore, internationality also plays an important role. The entire route alternates between the countries of Switzerland and Germany. Grill your food at the picnic area by the landmark on Swiss soil, and eat it on German territory – and there are not more than five metres in between.
Length | Number of stages
14 km
| 1 Stage
Ascent | Descent
520 m | 520 m
Hiking time
3 h 45 min
Grade | Fitness level
easy
(hiking trail)
|
medium
Arrival | return travel
Hints
Hint
Because it is a cross-border route, it is necessary to carry valid identity papers.
Arrival | return travel
Contact
Schaffhauserland Tourismus
Vordergasse 73
8200 Schaffhausen
Tel. +41 (0)52 632 40 20
info@schaffhauserland.ch
www.schaffhauserland.ch
Vordergasse 73
8200 Schaffhausen
Tel. +41 (0)52 632 40 20
info@schaffhauserland.ch
www.schaffhauserland.ch
