Engelberg

Engelberg extends across 74.87 square kilometers at an elevation of 1,015 meters, surrounded by mountain peaks including the 3,238-meter Titlis.

The establishment of Engelberg Abbey in 1122 by Benedictine monks marked the beginning of settlement in the area, leading to its development.

The Alpabzug tradition continues in Engelberg as farmers guide their cattle down from mountain pastures, marking the end of summer grazing season.

The municipality connects to major Swiss cities through the Luzern-Stans-Engelberg railway line and provides free bus services during peak seasons.

The Engelberg Abbey houses an operational cheese factory where visitors can observe traditional Swiss cheese production methods throughout the year.

Location: Canton of Obwalden

Elevation above the sea: 1,015 m

Shares border with: Attinghausen, Gadmen, Innertkirchen, Isenthal, Wolfenschiessen, Wassen

Website: http://gde-engelberg.ch

GPS coordinates: 46.82056,8.40278

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:37