Discover a world of breathtaking hikes accessible by public transport from Engelberg. From challenging mountain stages over the Jochpass to scenic walks around crystal-clear alpine lakes, these trails showcase the best of central Switzerland's natural beauty. Whether you're looking to conquer the snow-capped Titlis or enjoy panoramic views of the Bernese Oberland, there's a perfect route for every hiker.
The following hikes are sorted by travel time from Engelberg, making it easy to plan your next outdoor adventure. Check out the map to explore thousands of destinations and activities, reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
A challenging mountain stage over the 2207-metre-high Jochpass, the boundary between Inner Switzerland and the Bernese Oberland. The hike is enhanced by magnificent landscapes with mountain meadows, lakes and impressive peaks, above all the snow-capped Titlis.
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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.
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A magnificent high-altitude hike linking the Brunni and Bannalp regions. Your backdrop: the mountain world of the Walenstöcke massif, with sweeping vistas of the Mittelland. The path begins in meadowland and then gradually becomes more Alpine as you pass idyllic Lake Bannalp.
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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.
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Fabulous mountain scenery around mighty Mount Titlis, unique flora, the crystal-clear waters of Lakes Melch, Tannen, Engstlen and Trüb – this route linking Melchsee-Frutt and Engelberg is justly rated as one of the classic high-altitude hikes.
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From Stans the route leads to the town square in Wil on the Aa River. The path continues along the Engelberg portion of the Aa and rises up to the geographical center of the canton - an attractive vantage point. Farther uphill lies the village of Niederrickenbach.
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After the initial ascent to Stans, impressive panoramic views open up over Stanser Boden, Lake Lucerne and the peaks of Central Switzerland. The stage's highlight at the end is the hermitage of Niklaus von Flüe with the Ranft chapels.
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This route links Nidwalden's political, historical, spiritual, geographical and topographical centers. Local history is the central theme.
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| Engelberg, Bahnhof | |
| (18m) | |
| Wolfenschiessen, Bahnhof |
| Wolfenschiessen | |
| (8m) | |
| Stans |
A sporty section with views of the Mittelland. Through Alpnachstader Ried and Rotzlochschlucht gorge to the Schnitzturm tower in Stansstad. Ascent along the abandoned tracks of the Fürigen Railway to Oberschilt, then a steep climb to the Bürgenstock, with views of Mount Pilatus and the Mittelland.
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From Niederrickenbach it is a constant climb that eventually leads to the highest point of the hike - Buochserhorn with its wonderful panoramic views. Over alpine meadows and through shady forests, hikers pass the geographical center of central Switzerland on their way down to Buochs.
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| Engelberg (Brunni-Bahnen) | |
| (6m) | |
| Ristis (Brunni-Bahnen) |
| Engelberg, Bahnhof | |
| (8m) | |
| Grafenort, Bahnhof |
| Engelberg (Talstation Titlis) | |
| (10m) | |
| Trübsee |
| Engelberg, Bahnhof | |
| (18m) | |
| Wolfenschiessen, Bahnhof |
| Wolfenschiessen | |
| (8m) | |
| Stans |
| Engelberg, Bahnhof | |
| (18m) | |
| Wolfenschiessen, Bahnhof |
| Wolfenschiessen | |
| (8m) | |
| Stans |
| Engelberg, Bahnhof | |
| (18m) | |
| Wolfenschiessen, Bahnhof |
| Wolfenschiessen | |
| (12m) | |
| Stansstad |
| Engelberg | |
| (22m) | |
| Niederrickenbach Station |
| Niederrickenbach Talstation | |
| (8m) | |
| Niederrickenbach Dorf |
Barrier free: No
Landscape: Over a pass, With panoramic views
Barrier free: No
Landscape: Over a pass
Barrier free: No
Landscape: Onto an alp, Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic views
Barrier free: No
Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic views
Barrier free: No
Landscape: Onto an alp, Along the water, With panoramic views
Barrier free: No
Landscape: With panoramic views
Barrier free: No
Landscape: With panoramic views
Barrier free: No
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic views
Barrier free: No
Landscape: With panoramic views
Barrier free: No
Landscape: With panoramic views


















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