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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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Ruchstock

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    Demanding ski tour with breathtaking views.
    Distance 9.6 km
    3:03 h
    1,269 m
    1,289 m
    2,810 m
    1,691 m
    The Ruchstock is the most important ski mountain of the area. Its massive, rocky summit structure is broken through by steep snow hollows, which convey the ascent to the panoramic summit plateau. Particularly impressive is the crossing of the mountain and the wonderful view.
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    Highest point
    2,810 m
    Lowest point
    1,691 m

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    Rest stops

    Berggasthaus Urnestafel
    Alpwirtschaft Kreuzhütte

    Safety information

    Safety tips for off-piste skiing

    • Please note that you are travelling at 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 take you safely to your destination and back home. 
    • Emergency call REGA telephone number 1414

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    Ruchstock
    Bannalp/Chrüzhütte/Seilbahn
    Berggasthaus Urnestafel
    Alpwirtschaft Kreuzhütte
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    Public transport

    The Wolfenschiessen - Bannalp area can be reached in approx. 15-20 minutes by public transport from Engelberg or Stans.

    Directions

    The Wolfenschiessen - Bannalp area can be reached in approx. 15-20 min. by car from Engelberg or from Stans.

    Parking

    Parking is possible at the Bannalp valley station.

    Coordinates

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    2'675'989E 1'191'671N
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    46.871825, 8.435386
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    46°52'18.6"N 8°26'07.4"E
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    32T 456972 5191075
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Equipment

    The equipment can be rented in the sports shops of Engelberg.

    Similar routes nearby

    • Laucherenstock
    • Zieblen
    • Brisen
    • Salistock
    • Wissberg
    • Alpelenhörnli
    • Titlis round route - the alpine classic
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    Distance
    9.6 km
    Duration
    3:03 h
    Ascent
    1,269 m
    Descent
    1,289 m
    Highest point
    2,810 m
    Lowest point
    1,691 m
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