Discover a world of accessible adventures easily reachable from Engelberg by public transport. From the serene Engelberger Rundweg to the picturesque shores of Lake Lucerne, these barrier-free routes offer a mix of stunning mountain views, lakeside walks, and charming Swiss landscapes. Whether you're looking for a gentle stroll or a longer excursion, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
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The Benedictine way leads from the cloister in Engelberg to the one at Maria-Rickenbach. The route is quite varied and offers beautiful panoramic views of the valley and mountains.
22km
1600m
1450m
8h 15m
Landscape: With panoramic views
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Engelberg – a well-known and popular excursion destination. This round tour leads from the impressive monastery to the picturesque River Engelberger Aa and constantly affords wonderful views of idyllic rural landscapes and the spectacular mountain panorama.
8km100m100m2h 5mLandscape: With panoramic views
Barrier free: Yes
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After the ascent to Brunnihütte at 1860 m you hike on the famous Walenweg path with the magnificent Walegg vantage point and superb views of the Central Alps. In the 1930s, the Bannalpsee lake was the source of a fierce dispute over the energy supply.
22km1500m1600m8h 0mLandscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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The Nidwaldner Höhenweg offers varied hiking on mountain trails with grandiose views. Two monastery villages invite you to visit. The many mountain cableway connections make it possible to split the five-day hike.
94km6100m6400mLandscape: With panoramic views
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| Engelberg, Bahnhof (08:35) | |
| 303 (3m) | |
| Engelberg, Wetti (08:38) |
When the work is done, it’s time for fun: After a steep section, the trail leads over a scenic ridge to the historic Surenenpass. The rock bastions on Brunnistock and the valley basin are imposing. A varied valley trail leads to the monastery town of Engelberg.
30km2100m1500m10h 45mLandscape: Along the water,Over a pass
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The Via Alpina crosses 14 of the most beautiful Alpine passes. Straight through seven Swiss cantons with a vast variety of culture, geology and topography. Wide roads end in high ridge trails. The route is lined with one of the world’s most diverse variety of flora and fauna.
390km23500m24800mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,Over a pass,With panoramic views
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| Engelberg, Bahnhof (08:35) | |
| 303 (5m) | |
| Engelberg, Brunnibahn (08:40) |
In the late Middle Ages, the «Sbrinz» hard cheese became a top Inner Switzerland export at the markets of Northern Italy. Not least because the mule track over the Grimsel and Gries Passes became a well- developed trade route.
115km6300m5400mLandscape: With panoramic views
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Hike from the delightful shores of the Vierwaldstättersee up to the mountain valley of Engelberg. On the way, several cultural historic sites, such as the centre of Stans, the monastery retreat of Grafenort and Engelberg monastery.
26km700m140m7h 0mLandscape: With panoramic views
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This route will take you from Wolfenschiessen around and on top of the mount Wellenberg. The main characetistics of this trail is to see eight wonderful chapels and to be rewarded by the wonderful view of the Engelberg Valley.
18km1050m1050m6h 20mLandscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Engelberg (09:02) | |
| IRLEX (15m) | |
| Grafenort (09:17) |
The trail leads over two rises to the scenic Trübsee lake at the foot of the Titlis and on over the Jochpass into the Bernese Oberland. The goal is Engstlenalp, an idyllic hotspot with lake, nostalgic hotel and thousands of Alpine roses.
12km1300m440m5h 0mLandscape: Over a pass
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| Engelberg (Talst. Kabinenb.) (08:43) | |
| 2534 (10m) | |
| Trübsee (08:53) |
