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title: "Brisen"
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description: "The pyramid of Brisen, which dominates the entire area, can be seen from afar and is one of the most popular route destinations in Central Switzerland. The panoramic view and magnificent descents are unique. The route can be shortened with the Haldigrat chairlift. The ski tour from Brändlen to Haldigrat is a real insider tip. While most ski tourers and freeriders take the Maria-Niederrickenbach cable car up, one enjoys absolute tranquility from the small Brändlen cable car and a fantastic view towards Bannalp. Upon reaching Haldigrat, the route continues over the distinctive northwest ridge to the summit. You are rewarded with a fantastic view down to the Mittelland. The descent leads either to Gitschenen in Isenthal, to the northwest flank of Brisen to the Haldigrat valley station, or via Steinalper-Jochli to the SAC Brisenhaus / Niederrickenbach."
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Brisen
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- 10.62 km long
- Round trip
- Difficulty: difficult
- Condition: very difficult
- Great panorama
- Ski and Snowboard

The Brisen route is considered one of the most popular route destinations in the region due to its magnificent panoramic views and descents.

The pyramid of Brisen, which dominates the entire area, can be seen from afar and is one of the most popular route destinations in Central Switzerland. The panoramic view and magnificent descents are unique. The route can be shortened with the Haldigrat chairlift. The ski tour from Brändlen to Haldigrat is a real insider tip. While most ski tourers and freeriders take the Maria-Niederrickenbach cable car up, one enjoys absolute tranquility from the small Brändlen cable car and a fantastic view towards Bannalp. Upon reaching Haldigrat, the route continues over the distinctive northwest ridge to the summit. You are rewarded with a fantastic view down to the Mittelland. The descent leads either to Gitschenen in Isenthal, to the northwest flank of Brisen to the Haldigrat valley station, or via Steinalper-Jochli to the SAC Brisenhaus / Niederrickenbach.

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- 3:30 h
- 10.62 km
- 1,247 m
- 1,221 m
- 1,154 m
- 2,401 m
- 1,247 m
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- Start: Valley station Brändlen / Valley station Maria-Rickenbach
- Destination: Valley station Brändlen / Valley station Maria-Rickenbach

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Tour information

- Cable car tour
- Circular trail
- Mountain summit
- Refreshment stop

Equipment

Avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, airbag backpack

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Directions & Parking facilities

**Getting there**

- A2 from Lucerne towards Gotthard to the Stans-South exit.
- 3.5 kilometers towards Engelberg, after Dallenwil turn left at the signpost to the valley station of the Dallenwil-Niederrickenbach cable car.

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**Parking**Sufficient parking spaces available

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**Public transportation**

- Central train from Lucerne towards Engelberg to Niederrickenbach Station stop (stop on request).
- 2-minute walk to the valley station of the Dallenwil-Niederrickenbach cable car.
- Short waiting times uphill: cable car schedules have been adjusted to the central train timetable.

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Additional information

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Author

Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus

Organization

Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

A stopover at the mountain guesthouse Haldigrat is worthwhile, as there are also accommodation options.

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Safety guidelines

Safety tips for ski touring in open terrain

- Please note that you are on your own risk
- A ski tour must be carefully planned.
- Appropriate equipment (avalanche transceiver, probe, shovel, airbag) and clothing are essential safety factors
- The local  will safely lead you to your destination and back home
- Emergency call REGA phone number 1414

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