--- title: "Albert Schweitzer Trail" url: "https://www.diemtigtal.ch/en/tour/albert-schweitzer-trail" description: "The Grimmialp was of crucial importance for the life and work of Albert Schweitzer. Together with \"Tata\" (Adele Herrenschmidt), a good acquaintance of Schweitzer's, he stayed on the Grimmialp for several weeks from 1901 to 1909—except for 1907 when he was in the Grisons region. Here he sought peace and relaxation and enjoyed many hikes in nature.In his honor, a small circular hiking trail was established together with the Swiss Aid Association for the Albert Schweitzer Hospital. Rest benches and quotes from Albert Schweitzer help to reflect and recharge.Digital staging from the rich life of the doctor, philosopher, theologian, and organistBesides extended and virtual reality, you experience through animated graphics, audio and video contributions, as well as interactive game elements on the existing theme trail the rich facets of Albert Schweitzer's life in a somewhat different way (info for download under \"More info and links\")." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://img.oastatic.com/img2/36648210/max/variant.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > www.diemtigtal.ch > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Albert Schweitzer Trail ======================= - 4.81 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: easy - Condition: very easy - Great panorama - Thematic Trail Former Grimmialpstrasse Blauseeli Kurhaus hotel with view of Seehore - 1:30 h - 4.81 km - 121 m - 121 m - 1,163 m - 1,284 m - 121 m - - Start: Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp, Schwenden - Destination: Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp, Schwenden **The circular route around the Grimmialp is dedicated to probably the most famous guest of the Diemtigtal. The stays between 1901 and 1909 strongly influenced Schweitzer's ethic of "Reverence for Life."** The Grimmialp was of crucial importance for the life and work of Albert Schweitzer. Together with "Tata" (Adele Herrenschmidt), a good acquaintance of Schweitzer's, he stayed on the Grimmialp for several weeks from 1901 to 1909—except for 1907 when he was in the Grisons region. Here he sought peace and relaxation and enjoyed many hikes in nature. In his honor, a small circular hiking trail was established together with the Swiss Aid Association for the Albert Schweitzer Hospital. Rest benches and quotes from Albert Schweitzer help to reflect and recharge. **Digital staging from the rich life of the doctor, philosopher, theologian, and organist** Besides extended and virtual reality, you experience through animated graphics, audio and video contributions, as well as interactive game elements on the existing theme trail the rich facets of Albert Schweitzer's life in a somewhat different way (info for download under "More info and links"). Read more Naturpark Diemtigtal Good to know ------------ Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Pavements Trail (45%) Street (53%) Path (2%) Directions Follow the Albert Schweitzer Trail from the Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp to the valley road. Walk along the road to the Blauseeli with its striking turquoise-blue color. From here, you hike towards Würzi and along the forest edge back towards Seehoreweid. Over the Buechli, you take the descent to the valley road before turning left after 250 meters to reach the Schwenden Chapel. The chapel, over 100 years old, is somewhat hidden and surrounded by trees. The path leads you back to the Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp. The loop is marked with white direction signs and a green route marker. Read more Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Even if you are not interested in the topics related to Albert Schweitzer, this hike is worthwhile: you enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding peaks and are far away from everyday life for a short time. Read more Equipment Sturdy footwear Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**Motorway A6 Bern towards Zweisimmen, turn left 1 km after the Simmenfluh tunnel towards Diemtigtal. Follow the Diemtigtal road valley-inward for 18 km towards Grimmialp, Schwenden. After the old Schwenden school, turn left after 250 m to the Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp. Read more **Parking**Parking spaces are located directly at the Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp Read more **Public transportation**By train to Oey-Diemtigen. Then by post bus to the stop "Schwenden i.D., Winteregg." You can reach the Hotel Kurhaus Grimmialp by a short walk. Read more Additional information The theme trail flyer with an overview map is available at the office of the Diemtigtal Nature Park. Diemtigtal Nature Park Bahnhofstrasse 20 3753 Oey T 033 552 26 00 **Open or closed?** Check our **App download** **Did you like this route?** We look forward to your review on Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Food & Beverage - restaurant - restaurant - restaurant - Tours 3.55 km - Winter Hiking 18.48 km - Mountain Bike 11.18 km - Thematic Trail **outdooractive** Arrival 3757 Diemtigen Download GPX file - -