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Snowshoe trails
Well-marked snowshoe trails offer you the opportunity to explore Engelberg's pristine terrain. Rental equipment is available in the local sports shops or directly at the cable car stations. All you need to bring is a bit of fitness, waterproof boots, breathable clothing and small backpack for a drink, sun protection and, if necessary, a change of clothes.
recommended routeSnowshoeing
· Canton of NidwaldenBannalp
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The Bannalp – the insider tip in the Engelberg valley. The circular snowshoe trail impresses with a magnificent backdrop.
Distance 2.6 km
0:55 h
94 m
92 m
1,718 m
1,624 m
From Oberrickenbach in the lower Engelberg valley, "s’blaiä Bähnli" takes you to the starting point of this easy snowshoe circular hike. At the mountain station of the Fell-Chrüzhütte cable car Bannalp, the landmark of the small winter sports area, the Bietstock, immediately catches the eye. With the pointed peak "at your back" and the view ahead towards the Walenstöcke, which tower impressively above the alp, the snowshoe trail first gently descends through the snowy winter forest to Bannalpsee.
The path passes slightly above the frozen and deeply snow-covered reservoir, which has supplied the canton of Nidwalden with electricity since the 1930s. Through a light fir forest, with the Bannalpbach stream on the right, it goes with a steady, gentle ascent towards the Berggasthaus Urnerstaffel. Here, cold feet and hands can be warmed again with a hot cup of tea before returning over open terrain to the starting point.
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Enjoy snowshoeing by moonlight with a raclette party at the Berggasthaus Urnerstaffel.
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Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus
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Highest point
1,718 m
Lowest point
1,624 m
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Berggasthaus BannalpseeBerggasthaus Urnestafel
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Safety information
Please hike along the marked and secured snowshoe paths. Following the suggested routes is at your own risk. If you plan a different route, please observe the avalanche bulletin, maps, and weather report.Tips and suggestions
Public transport
The Wolfenschiessen - Bannalp area can be reached in about 15-20 min. by public transport from Engelberg or Stans.Directions
The Wolfenschiessen - Bannalp area can be reached in about 15-20 min. by car from Engelberg or Stans.Parking
Parking is available at the Bannalp valley station.Coordinates
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2'675'978E 1'191'655N
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46.871685, 8.435249
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46°52'18.1"N 8°26'06.9"E
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32T 456961 5191059
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Equipment
Snowshoes can be rented directly at the valley station. Winter clothing, sturdy shoes, and sun protection must be brought along yourself.Localization
Parts of this content were machine translated using German as the source language
Distance
2.6 km
Duration
0:55 h
Ascent
94 m
Descent
92 m
Highest point
1,718 m
Lowest point
1,624 m
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