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.

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Grotzli Trail Fürenalp

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    Feel like you have been transported back in time and enjoy the silence of nature away from the hustle and bustle – this is what the Titlis Trail on Fürenalp offers.
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    Distance 3.4 km
    1:55 h
    155 m
    137 m
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    The tranquility of nature and pure winter fun await all snowshoe enthusiasts at Fürenalp. From Engelberg station, the free local bus takes you to the Fürenalp valley station. Here, you can also rent snowshoes and ski poles if needed. The small aerial cableway takes you to Fürenalp, the starting point of the snowshoe tour. It starts right at the mountain station, slightly downhill under the cable car and along the ridge. This section offers a magnificent view of the Spannörter peaks, which with their towering points, resemble the Dolomites. Be sure to have your camera ready and absorb the silence of nature. After about 2 kilometers, the trail briefly ascends, but once the elevation is reached, you have completed half the distance and can return easily downhill to the starting point. The view on this side is equally beautiful, as you are hiking towards the Titlis. From here, its impressive glacier is best admired. Upon arrival at the mountain restaurant, the cozy lounge invites you to warm up and indulge. The nostalgic little train takes you back down to the valley afterwards.

    Author’s recommendation

    After a beautiful snowshoe hike in the Fürenalp region, you can indulge yourself at the Fürenalp mountain restaurant.

    https://www.fuerenalp.ch/events/

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    Rest stops

    Bergrestaurant Fürenalp

    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, map material, and weather report.

    Depending on snow and avalanche conditions, the route may deviate from the GPS data. It is recommended to follow the pink marker posts.

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    Public transport

    National and international connections (from Zurich Airport, connections every half hour with about 1-hour travel time) to Lucerne. Then with the Zentralbahn in 43 minutes through varied landscapes and gorges up to Engelberg.

    From Engelberg station, a free bus runs every half hour to the Fürenalp valley station.

    https://www.fuerenalp.ch/anfahrt

    Directions

    By car, take the A2 (Basel-Gotthard) to Stans Süd, then on the main road 20 km to Engelberg. Engelberg is 30 minutes from Lucerne, 1 hour and 15 minutes from Basel, Zurich, or Bern.

    https://www.fuerenalp.ch/anfahrt

    Parking

    Parking spaces are available at the Fürenalp valley station for CHF 5.- per day.

    Coordinates

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    2'678'614E 1'183'853N
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    46.801198, 8.468473
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    46°48'04.3"N 8°28'06.5"E
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    32T 459440 5183209
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Equipment

    Rent your equipment in the local sports shops or directly at the valley station of the Fürenalp.

    Reservation by phone +41 41 637 20 94


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