Schwalmis

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Schwalmis, Mountain summit at Uri and Nidwalden, Switzerland

Schwalmis rises to 2,246 meters in elevation, featuring steep grassy slopes on the Uri side and rocky formations toward the Nidwalden region.

The Swiss Alpine Club established numerous marked hiking routes on Schwalmis, contributing to the development of mountaineering activities in central Switzerland.

Local communities from Isenthal, Emmetten, and Beckenried regularly organize hiking expeditions to Schwalmis, maintaining regional outdoor traditions.

The ascent from Gitschenen follows marked trails through Chneuwis and Bolgen, requiring approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes to reach the summit.

The mountain displays different geological characteristics on each canton's side, with Uri presenting grass slopes and Nidwalden showing rock slabs.

Location: Uri

Location: Nidwalden

Elevation above the sea: 2,246 m

GPS coordinates: 46.91855,8.49356

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:59

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