Engelberg is one of the most underrated regions in Switzerland. I visited this region twice and had an awesome experience on both occasions, especially without the crowds and hype of Zermatt or Grindelwald. Throughout my time hiking in Engelberg, I experienced some beautiful trails and I’ve put together this Engelberg Hiking Guide so that you …
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The Aa Gorge Trail (Aaschlucht) is a mystical trail that leads you through a dense forest. 10+ bridge crossings over the river make it an exciting journey! AA GORGE HIKING TRAIL DETAILS HOW TO GET TO THE AA GORGE TRAIL The trail can either begin at Grafenort or at Engelberg. MY EXPERIENCE ON THE AA …
The Rugghubelhutte Mountain Hut Hike, nestled within the Swiss Alps, provides an adventurous route brimming with breathtaking vistas and a rewarding destination. Perched at an elevation of about 2,290 meters, the Rugghubelhutte hut serves as a sanctuary for hikers, offering stunning panoramic views of the Engelberg Valley and the Uri Alps. The trail winds through …
The Walpenpfad hike starting either in Bannalp or in Engelberg is a fantastic trail that has a bit of everything. This 10km, alpine route passed several lakes, crossed ridges, and had stunning views above the valleys. The Walenpfad Hike: Panorama Mountain Trail The Walenpfad Hike known as the Panorama Mountain Trail can be hiked in …
The Via Ferrata at Fürenalp, Switzerland, is an exhilarating alpine adventure, perfect for those seeking a thrill amidst spectacular natural beauty. This climbing route, equipped with fixed cables, ladders, and bridges, offers an accessible way for non-expert climbers to experience the joy of mountain climbing. Beginning at the Fürenalp mountain station, the route winds its …
The Four Lakes hike in Engelberg takes you on a high-altitude mountain trail as you visit four lakes on this stunning one-way hike. The trail can be walked in either direction with endpoints being Truebsee Lake and Melchsee Lake. There is also an optional (very epic) sunset viewpoint on this trail we visited by accident …
Our fifth week in Switzerland took us on a journey with a new style of travel. We linked up with a couple of regional tourism boards in Jungfrau, Engelberg and Zermatt. They invited us out to stay at a few nice hotels in their region, provided us with cable car passes, train passes and some …
Switzerland is without a doubt one of the top hiking locations in the world. The abundance of hiking trails is the sole reason why I visited. I spent three months hiking almost every single day in Switzerland during the summer and on each hike, I documented the trail information and tips you need to know …
Via Ferrata is one of the most epic experiences you can have in Switzerland. It’s basically a set of ladders and metal grips that lead you up the side of a mountain, often very exposed. You are attached the whole way with a harness but trust me it is still scary to hang off the …
The Rotstock Via Ferrata in Grindelwald is an iconic adventure trail that attracts thrill-seekers from around the world. Situated in the Swiss Alps, this iron-clad route navigates below the Eiger’s imposing North Face, providing climbers with an exhilarating journey that combines ladders, stairs, and rock scrambling. The route is a blend of fixed cables, iron …
Switzerland is easily one of the most ‘epic’ countries I have visited. You’ll experience countless moments where you are completely lost for words because Switzerland is one of the most scenic countries in the world. However, it is also one of the most expensive places to visit so it takes a bit of planning to …
Switzerland is one of the most expensive countries in the world and if it wasn’t for its incredible beauty, many would overlook travel to Switzerland purely because of their budget. However, the Swiss Alps and stunning nature, convince many that backpacking in Switzerland on a budget is worth it. While it may not be a …