From the Saane to the Battle of Laupen monument

Until the end of 2009, Laupen Castle was the seat of the government bailiff's office of the Laupen district. At the starting point at the station, follow the signpost indication Saanebrücke. After a short stretch along the Sense, you reach the confluence of the Sense and Saane. This is occasionally associated with the German-French language border and called Röstgraben. Here this no longer applies: on both sides of the Saane is Bernese territory and Bernese German is spoken. On the right bank path or near the river, the hike passes the Saanebrücke towards Gümmenen. Just before the railway viaduct, turn right towards Flüelemüli. The hiking trail now follows a stream. After leaving the forest, you reach Flüelemüli. It is worth seeing the large water wheel here. At the next junction, proceed uphill towards Spengelried and Süri. The road leads into the hamlet of Spengelried with stately farmhouses. Now turn right towards Süri, here follow the signpost towards Laupen and walk along the forest edge. At the next junction, go straight into the forest. From here, follow the signpost Bramberg monument. Shortly after leaving the forest, you reach the monument. It commemorates the Battle of Laupen, in which the Bernese defeated the Habsburgs and Freiburgers in 1339. From here, continue towards Laupen. The destination is reached through forest, over field paths and over roads with hard surfaces. On the descent, Laupen and the 12th century castle come into view. The small town is worth a visit and several restaurants invite you to stop by.