Niklaus-Wolf Path

Culture
The Niklauswolfweg in Neuenkirch is a one-hour loop trail that takes you past information stations about Niklaus Wolf and invites you to relax and reflect.
Start at the Niklaus Wolf Pilgrimage Chapel below the parish church in Neuenkirch and discover five stations that tell the story of Niklaus Wolf’s life.

The tour takes about an hour and is also suitable for school groups. For more information, please contact the Niklaus Wolf Foundation’s office. Perfect for a spiritual retreat in nature.

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  • Culture

Directions & Parking facilities

Easily accessible on foot or by bike. Public transportation stop: Neuenkirch, Church. Parking available (starting point).

Price info

The trail is free to use.

Services

The trail is a publicly accessible pilgrimage and themed trail offering the following:

  • A loop trail of approximately 3.8 km
  • Walking time is about 1 hour; at least 90 minutes is recommended to allow enough time for the stations.
  • Five stations of reflection featuring insights from the life of Niklaus Wolf.
  • Passes by:
    • Niklaus Wolf of Rippertschwand (pilgrimage site)
    • St. Wendelin Chapel in Rippertschwand
    • Niklaus Wolf’s historic home (view from the outside only; not open to the public).

License (master data)

License: Attribution