Where is Engelberg?

Engelberg Cable Car

Engelberg is a little, historic 12th century town located 1050m above sea level in the Swiss Alps. Its main feature for centuries has been the Benedictine Monastery dating back to 1120 and is still being run by the Benedictine Monks. Engelberg is also the main base to explore nearby Mount Titlis.

Engelberg is very accessible all year around which adds to its popularity especially as a winter travel destination. With the installation during 1927 of the first cableway, this encouraged the start of tourism to the area. During 1959, Engelberg was the first to install parallel cable-cars, and during 1989, a revolving cable-car was installed. The Titlis-Rotair, allows the visitor a five minute ride, in which the gondolas turn 360 degrees and provide an opportunity to admire the panorama of the Engelberg Valley and the Mt Titlis Glacier.

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One Great Reason to Visit Engelberg

One great reason to visit Engelberg is for the quaint train ride, passing some spectacular scenery to get there.

Flying High Above Engelberg

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