Benediktusweg

Tip
21.29 km long
Difficulty: difficult
Condition: very difficult
Hike
panoramic road
  • 8:45 h
  • 21.29 km
  • 1,750 m
  • 1,750 m
  • 858 m
  • 1,886 m
  • 1,028 m
  • Start: Engelberg, train station
  • Destination: Niederrickenbach
Hike with lots of variety and a great view of the panorama and Engelberg Valley

The Benediktusweg forms a connection from Engelberg Monastery to Maria-Rickenbach Monastery. The route is very varied and offers a beautiful panorama of the valley and the mountains.

The path runs with some steep intermediate climbs at half height above the eastern valley side of the Engelberger Aa and offers very impressive views into the side valleys, peaks and glacier regions of the Unterwalden Alps. The mountain village Oberrickenbach marks the lowest point of the hike.

Niederrickenbach is also known as a pilgrimage site and monastery village "Maria-Rickenbach." For many devout people, it is a center of comfort and strength. Naturally managed alpine meadows, wild mountain pastures, rugged rocks and a magnificent panoramic view characterize the landscape of Niederrickenbach. A visit to the alp tavern Musenalp is highly recommended.

The best viewpoint is reached at the Rosenbold ridge height. From there, the entire Engelberg Valley can be seen from above.



Waypoints

Start
Engelberg, train station
© Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus, Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus, Tanya Hasler
Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus AG
Tourist Information
Destination
Niederrickenbach

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Engelberg - Ristis - Rosenbold - Walenalp - Eggeligrat - Oberrickenbach - Brändlen - Mittlist Hüttli - Alpboden - Niederrickenbach

Tour information

  • Stop at an Inn

Organization

Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Please follow the yellow signposts for hiking.

Nearby

Contact

Benediktusweg
6390 Engelberg