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The fascination of ski touring has caught you and you are looking for routes or want to start your first tours this winter? In and around Engelberg there are a variety of ski tours with different levels of difficulty. In the front Engelberg valley, the small rustic Buiräbähnli offer you "start help" on request to get to the starting point of your ski tour.
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The Brisen route is considered one of the most popular route destinations in the region due to its magnificent panoramic views and descents.
difficult
Distance 10.6 km
3:30 h
1,247 m
1,221 m
2,401 m
1,154 m
The pyramid of Brisen, which dominates the entire area, can be seen from afar and is one of the most popular route destinations in Central Switzerland. The panoramic view and magnificent descents are unique. The route can be shortened with the Haldigrat chairlift. The ski tour from Brändlen to Haldigrat is a real insider tip. While most ski tourers and freeriders take the Maria-Niederrickenbach cable car up, one enjoys absolute tranquility from the small Brändlen cable car and a fantastic view towards Bannalp. Upon reaching Haldigrat, the route continues over the distinctive northwest ridge to the summit. You are rewarded with a fantastic view down to the Mittelland. The descent leads either to Gitschenen in Isenthal, to the northwest flank of Brisen to the Haldigrat valley station, or via Steinalper-Jochli to the SAC Brisenhaus / Niederrickenbach.
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A stopover at the mountain guesthouse Haldigrat is worthwhile, as there are also accommodation options.
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Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus
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Difficulty
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Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Highest point
2,401 m
Lowest point
1,154 m
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Berggasthof HaldigratSafety information
Safety tips for ski touring in open terrain
- Please note that you are on your own risk
- A ski tour must be carefully planned.
- Appropriate equipment (avalanche transceiver, probe, shovel, airbag) and clothing are essential safety factors
- The local ski and mountain guides will safely lead you to your destination and back home
- Emergency call REGA phone number 1414
Tips and suggestions
Public transport
- Central train from Lucerne towards Engelberg to Niederrickenbach Station stop (stop on request).
- 2-minute walk to the valley station of the Dallenwil-Niederrickenbach cable car.
- Short waiting times uphill: cable car schedules have been adjusted to the central train timetable.
Directions
- A2 from Lucerne towards Gotthard to the Stans-South exit.
- 3.5 kilometers towards Engelberg, after Dallenwil turn left at the signpost to the valley station of the Dallenwil-Niederrickenbach cable car.
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Sufficient parking spaces availableCoordinates
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2'675'283E 1'198'101N
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46.929739, 8.427198
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46°55'47.1"N 8°25'37.9"E
UTM
32T 456395 5197515
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Equipment
Avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, airbag backpackLocalization
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Difficulty
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
10.6 km
Duration
3:30 h
Ascent
1,247 m
Descent
1,221 m
Highest point
2,401 m
Lowest point
1,154 m
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