Hasliberg Dwarf Trail #2 Family Guide: Käserstatt to Lischen
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Hasliberg | Canton of Bern | Switzerland
What makes Hasliberg Dwarf Trail #2 special: The "it" factor
🏡 Beautiful dwarf houses – Some of the most detailed we've seen in Switzerland.
🌲 Feels like a real fairy tale – Quiet forests, moorland and very few crowds.
📖 Story-led adventure – The Muggestutz story unfolds as you walk.
🔥 Fantastic picnic spots – Including one magical riverside BBQ area near the end.
Hidden in the mountains of Hasliberg lives Muggestutz, a friendly little dwarf who has become one of Switzerland's most beloved hiking characters. This isn't just a hike—it's an interactive adventure. As you walk, you read chapters from Muggestutz's tale, while children step into his world by discovering dwarf houses, crossing bridges, climbing, splashing in water play areas and meeting the charming characters from the story along the way.
This article is all about Muggestutz Trail #2 (Käserstatt to Lischen). Hasliberg actually has two different Muggestutz Dwarf Trails, each offering a very different experience. We featured Trail 1 on our Adventure Map as one of Switzerland's top family hikes, and you can read our full guide to it here.
Trail 1 or Trail 2: Which Muggestutz Trail Should You Choose?
Many people don't realise that there are actually two Muggestutz Dwarf Trails in Hasliberg. Both tell the story of the friendly dwarf Muggestutz, but they offer quite different experiences.
If you're deciding between the two Muggestutz Dwarf Trails in Hasliberg:
Trail 1 (M1), from Mägisalp to Bidmi, is covered in a separate article and is the trail we'd recommend for a first visit. It's also the trail we featured on our Adventure Map as one of Switzerland's top family hikes. It's the original trail, stretching around 5 km from Mägisalp to Bidmi, with more interactive play stations. It feels like a full family adventure and can easily be combined with the nearby Marble Run Trail if you want to spend the whole day on the mountain. Do keep in mind that it's also the more popular route, so on sunny weekends it can get quite busy.
Trail 2 (M2), from Käserstatt to Lischen—the trail covered in this article—surprised us. Although it's shorter and has fewer stations, we found it somehow more immersive. With far fewer people, the story unfolds more naturally as you wander through peaceful forests, alpine meadows and moorland, creating the feeling of stepping into the dwarfs' world rather than simply walking between playgrounds. It felt calmer, more atmospheric and a little more magical. More info below.
Muggestutz Trail 1 | Muggestutz Trail 2 | |
Route | Mägisalp → Bidmi | Käserstatt → Lischen |
Length | c. 5 km | c. 3.6 km |
Overall feel | Bigger, busier and packed with activities | Quieter, calmer and more immersive |
Play stations | More interactive stations | Fewer stations |
Scenery | Forest paths, meadows and mountain views | Peaceful forests, alpine meadows and moorland |
Crowds | More popular and can get busy on sunny weekends | Much quieter, with far fewer people |
Storytelling | Feels more like moving between interactive play stations | Feels more like stepping into the dwarfs' world |
Combine with | Marble Run Trail, the lake playground at Bidmi | Alpen Tower for panoramic views |
Best for | A first visit and families looking for the biggest adventure | Families who prefer a quieter, more atmospheric hike |
Our verdict | ⭐ Featured on our Adventure Map as one of Switzerland's top family hikes | ❤️ The trail that surprised us most—calmer, more immersive and perhaps even more magical |
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Plan your visit: Quick overview
Käserstatt to Lischen Dwarf Trail at a glance
📍 Location: Hasliberg | Canton of Bern
🥾 Hike type: Downhill (or uphill), accessible with one gondola. No strollers.
🎉 Fun Factor: Dwarf-themed story play stations, playgrounds, and a small lake
🍽️ Food factor:
Bergrestaurant Käserstatt (where trail starts)
Barbecue Spots
⚡ Fitness Factor: 3.6 km, downhill or uphill
💰 Value factor: (2026 updated)
Access from Twing (return):
Adults: 36 CHF full price | 25 CHF with Half-Fare SBB
Kids (from 6 years old): 18 CHF | Free with SBB Juniorcard
Prices indicative, more options available, check official website
Plan your visit: Practical info
You can reach the start of the hike either from Meiringen or Hasliberg-Reuti
Tip: starting from Reuti is cheaper
Arrival by car:
Park at Twing Parking (Twing 2, 6072 Sachseln)
Arrival by public transport:
Take the train to Brünig-Hasliberg and then the bus to Hasliberg Wasserwendi, Twing
Optional: Get the Muggestutz books at the ticket office to immerse yourselves in the story even more
Take the gondola up to Käserstatt
Follow the Muggestutz signs
Stroller friendly: No
The hike ends in Lischen, gondola mid-station. From there, take the gondola down to Twing.
Plan your visit: Detailed guide
Käserstatt to Lischen - Everything else parents will want to know
Hasliberg is one of Switzerland's top family mountain destinations in the Bernese Oberland. It's home to two fantastic Muggestutz Dwarf Trails, the popular Marble Run Trail, scenic gondola rides and mountain playgrounds, making it easy to spend several days exploring. Just below the mountain, you can walk through the spectacular Aare Gorge, visit the famous Reichenbach Falls, where Sherlock Holmes is said to have battled Professor Moriarty, or take a short drive to the Gelmer Funicular—one of the steepest funicular railways in the world—which climbs to the breathtaking turquoise Gelmersee Reservoir. It's a fantastic destination for a family weekend or longer holiday, with plenty of adventures both on and off the mountain.
Here are our top 4 Fun Factors of the second Hasliberg Dwarf (M2 Muggestutz Zwergenweg) Käserstatt to Lischen trail
Immerse yourself in the story
The trail is an immersive journey into the world of the Hasliberg dwarves, including Muggestutz — the oldest and wisest of them all. Based on a beloved Swiss children’s book series, the hike brings the story to life with story panels and imaginative play stations, where kids can step right into the adventure. You can buy the books at any gondola station and read them ahead of time to introduce the story — though the hike is just as magical even if you haven’t!
Explore dwarf houses
This was the absolute highlight for us. Along the trail you'll find several life-sized dwarf houses that children can walk into, each beautifully decorated with tiny porcelain cups, brushes, kitchen utensils, little beds and all sorts of charming details. It feels like imaginative play brought to life. Scattered throughout the forest are also tiny dwarf houses tucked into the trees, many with adorable miniature washing hanging outside to dry. We found ourselves stopping to admire every single one.
Hit the playground
Before setting off on the trail, make time for the playground right next to the Käserstatt top gondola station. It's a lovely way to start the adventure, especially if you've just arrived by gondola. Children can climb and play while parents enjoy the mountain views or grab a coffee nearby.
The fitness factor
The trail is 3.6 km long and easy to walk, with mostly gentle gradients. We spent around four hours on it because of all the play stations, dwarf houses and riddles along the way.
The path is a mix of gravel roads, forest trails and meadow paths. It is safe for children, but not stroller-friendly, as one section crosses uneven ground with exposed tree roots.
There are no big drop-offs, so it feels safe for kids to walk on their own.
Elevation change
The views factor
The scenery is beautiful and wonderfully varied throughout the hike. It starts with wide-open mountain views, then leads across flower-filled alpine meadows before entering peaceful forests that make you feel as though you've stepped into the dwarfs' world. The changing landscape keeps the walk interesting from start to finish, with plenty of scenic spots to stop, play and take photos.
The food factor
Right next to the playground at Käserstatt is a fantastic mountain restaurant with a large sunny terrace and gorgeous mountain views. It's the perfect place to take a break while the kids keep playing just a few steps away.
We were genuinely impressed by the food. We chose the Fitness Teller—grilled chicken breast with herb butter served with a selection of fresh salads—and it was delicious. Families are also well catered for, with a Family Pot designed for sharing, offering comforting mountain favourites like Älplermagronen, pasta with minced meat, chicken nuggets or fish bites with fries. There is also a dedicated kids' menu with plenty of child-friendly choices, making this an easy and enjoyable lunch stop for the whole family.
If you prefer a picnic, you're in for a treat. There are several fantastic picnic and barbecue spots along the trail. Our favourite was the one towards the end of the hike, right by the river—you'll know you've found it when you get there. It's a beautiful, peaceful place to relax while the kids play in the water. Just remember to bring your own food for the barbecue, as firewood is provided at the designated barbecue spots.
Along the way, you'll also come across a charming self-service mini shop selling local cheese and cold drinks. Towards the end of the trail, don't miss the self-service ice cream stand, where you can even try Muggestutz-themed ice creams—including a fun marshmallow flavour!
The value factor
🚡 Gondola Prices (hiking day ticket)
Adults: 36 CHF full price | 25 CHF with Half-Fare SBB
Kids (from 6 years old): 18 CHF | Free with SBB Juniorcard
Prices indicative, more options available, check official website
Top Family Hike in Switzerland!
This trail is not currently featured on our Adventure Map: Top themed hikes for families in Switzerland. We chose Trail #1 because it's the original Muggestutz hike and the better first-time experience. However, we loved this trail so much that if we ever expand the map, it will be one of the first hikes we'd add to our carefully curated collection of Switzerland's best family adventures.
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