Winter hiking trails

The Engelberg region, with more than 70 km of winter hiking trails, is a paradise for winter hikers. The well-prepared trails lead through snow-covered forests and landscapes. Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the Alps, the fresh mountain air and the sweet sound of snow crunching under your feet.

Winter Hikingrecommended route

Grottenweg

Winter Hiking · Engelberg
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    The Grottenweg Engelberg leads all the way to the End of the World. Through a deeply snowy landscape, it goes with a view of Engelberg along the high route past the seven springs to the Lourdes grotto and further to Horbis.
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    Distance 6.2 km
    1:45 h
    132 m
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    Winter hiking with a view – this awaits hikers on the Grottenweg up to the End of the World. The Titlis, the local mountain Hahnen, and the Spannörter present themselves and inspire awe.

    The path starts at Engelberg station and leads to the end of the village street by the monastery chapel. It continues up the stairs to the street. From there, the Grottenweg branches off to the right towards Klostermatte, where you can watch the lively bustle in Globi's children's land. Tomorrow's ski pros playfully tackle their first turns in the snow here. The high route continues on the marked path past the seven springs. In winter, they are covered with snow and ice, but in summer the water flows here crystal clear and pure from the ground. Continuing on the winter path, the next highlight is reached when arriving at the forest edge – the Lourdes grotto. The Virgin Mary is clearly visible on a rock ledge. After lighting a candle or taking a short break, you cross the bridge and follow the left along the Bärenbach towards Horbis, the so-called End of the World. Returning to Engelberg, the free local bus can also be used from Neuschwändi.

    Author’s recommendation

    No, the End of the World is neither cold, dark, nor dangerous, but a cozy restaurant in Horbis, the most remote part of Engelberg. Here, chilly fingers and toes can be warmed up again with a steaming cup of "Huuskafi." A rumbling stomach can also be satisfied, as the menu features rustic Engelberg dishes like Älplermagronen.
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    Difficulty
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    1,000 m
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    Safety information

    When planning, please check the winter sports report at engelberg.ch https://www.engelberg.ch/offene-anlagen/winter/ to see whether the winter hiking trails are tracked and open.

    Tips and suggestions

    Snow report: https://www.engelberg.ch/offene-anlagen/winter/

    Panorama map: https://www.engelberg.ch/fileadmin/redakteur/pdf/Winter/ETT_FL_Pistenplan_Pocketcard_2018_19_IH_72x105_de-en_180918_web_low.pdf

    Gastronomy: https://www.engelberg.ch/speisen/gastronomie/

    Free sports bus: https://www.engelberg.ch/fileadmin/redakteur/pdf/Winter/2018-19_Busfahrplan_Winter_EAB_90x148_4f_WEB.pdf

    Public transport

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

    Directions

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

    Parking

    Parking is available in Engelberg for a fee.

    Coordinates

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    2'673'583E 1'185'827N
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    46.819530, 8.402892
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    46°49'10.3"N 8°24'10.4"E
    UTM
    32T 454451 5185282
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    Equipment

    High and sturdy hiking boots or winter boots, warm clothing, sun protection, hiking poles recommended.

    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated using German as the source language

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    Duration
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    132 m
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    132 m
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    1,132 m
    Lowest point
    1,000 m
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