Your holidays in the mountains of central Switzerland
Engelberg, its surrounding mountains, and nearby Lake Lucerne offer an unbeat- able range of leisure activities for a week’s holiday in the Alps.
If you’re looking for inspiration, you need look no further. We have put togeth- er three different week-long programmes (not including day of arrival and depar- ture) of countless wonderful experiences.
You love the mountains and want to enjoy your vacations, but also experience great adventures? Get inspired how your vacation week could look like with the perfect mix of fun, action, nature experience and relaxation.
DAY 1
| Morning Ride up to the Fürenalp, Alpine Cheese Trail from Surenen to Blackenalp and Stäfeli, and back to Engelberg |
| Lunchtime Visits to your choice of rustic mountain restaurants and Alpine cheese dairies, including lunch, then the return hike to the Fürenalp valley station or to Engelberg |
| Afternoon Visit to Engelberg Abbey’s cheese dairy |
| Evening A sociable fondue supper |
DAY 2
| Morning Ride up the TITLIS, including TITLIS Tower, Horizon Deck, Cliff Walk, Glacier Cave and Ice Flyer |
Lunchtime |
| Afternoon Hike along the “Mountain Flowers Trail” from Trübsee to Gerschnialp |
| Evening Stroll around the village, with drinks and nibbles |
DAY 3
| Morning Bike training workshop |
Lunchtime Lunch on the sun terrace at Atelier Hess, Alpstüblior Bärghuis Jochpass |
| Afternoon Zooming along the Jochpass- Trail & Hells Bells Trail |
| Evening Après Bike in the Ski Lodge |
DAY 4
| All day Excursion to Lucerne incl. sightseeing and shopping. Option of a boat ride on Lake Lucerne. |
| Evening Cosy drinks and nibbles in Engelberg, followed by a supper |
DAY 5
| All day Train ride to Grafenort followed by a ride on the rustic “Buiräbähnli” cable car from Mettlen to Rugisbalm and Lutersee. Hike around idyllic Lutersee lake and on to Engelberg |
| Evening Farewell supper in the village |
Are you looking for sporting challenges, longing for summit experiences and want to reach the most beautiful natural sites under your own steam? Here comes the proposal for your weekly program under the motto "Recharge while letting off steam in nature - on the most beautiful sports field in the world".
DAY 2
| Morning Fürenalp via ferrata |
| Lunchtime Lunch on the terrace of the Fürenalp restaurant, with panoramic views |
| Afternoon Hike or cable-car ride back to Fürenalp valley station |
| Evening Supper and spa at Alpenresort Eienwäldli |
DAY 3
| All day Ride on the rustic Diegisbalm Buiräbähnli cable car, followed by trail running or hiking on the High Ridge Trail from Alp Laucheren to Lutersee and Untertrübsee, where you can take a break if you wish; hike down to Engelberg. |
| Evening Supper in the village or at your accommodation |
DAY 4
| All day Cable-car ride up to the Brunni, hiking the Walenstöcke circular trail. Return to the Brunni: refreshments, a dip in the Härzlisee lake and Tandem paragliding flight (book in advance) |
| Evening Sociable fondue supper |
DAY 5
| All day Bike tour along parts of the Alpine Cheese Trail to the Surenen Pass, riding the exciting trail (1,800 metres of descent) from Brüsti-Attighausen to Flüelen, then either return to Engelberg on public transport or continue the tour to Stans railway station via bike arena Emmetten. |
| Evening Farewell supper in the village |
Are you looking for the perfect place for you and your loved ones to spend a sporty family vacation? Find here a varied weekly program with highlights for big and small climbers.
DAY 1
| Morning Cable-car ride up to Ristis, "Globis Treasure Hunt" hike |
| Lunchtime Picnic by the Härzlisee lake or lunch at the Brunni mountain hut. Playing, bathing and relaxing |
| Afternoon Journey back down the valley, stopping off at Ristis. Time at Globi's Alpine Playground and a ride on the summer toboggan run; journey back down to Engelberg |
| Afternoon Supper in the village or at your lodging |
DAY 2
| All day Excursion to Lucerne, visit to Glasi Hergiswil glass-making experience and/or the Swiss Museum of Transport, followed by a stroll around the town. Option of a boat ride on Lake Lucerne to the museum |
| Evening Pizza in Engelberg |
DAY 3
| Morning Ride up the TITLIS, including TITLIS Tower, Horizon Deck, Cliff Walk, Glacier Grotto and Ice Flyer |
| Lunchtime Lunch at Atelier Hess |
| Afternoon Time at the Smugglers & Sumpters playground. Visit to the Trübsee Adventure Park with rowing and kayaking |
| Evening Supper in the village or at your accommodation |
DAY 4
| Morning Ride on the funicular railway to Gerschnialp. A short walk to visit the Gerschnialp Alpine Dairy. A short hike to Untertrübsee |
| Lunchtime Lunch in the Restaurant Untertrübsee, followed by a hike down to Engelberg |
| Afternoon Zipline action on Trübsee over mountain meadows and trees with views of an impressive mountain panorama. |
| Evening Visit to the cinema |
DAY 5
| Morning Visit to theRope Park |
| Lunchtime Barbecue by the river Engelberger Aa |
| Afternoon Time at the Robinson playground Grotzenwäldli in Horbis |
| Evening Farewell supper in the village |
In addition to the adventure map, you will also find the adventure and family guide with many tips and inspirations for your stay.
You can find even more tips and suggestions for your all-round successful vacations in Engelberg under the links.
