Grottenweg

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3.10 km long
Difficulty: easy
condition: very easy
Walk
  • 00:55 h
  • 130 m
  • 1,000 m
  • 1,130 m
  • 130 m
  • 3.10 km
  • Start: Engelberg train station
  • Destination: Horbis - end of the world
The Grottenweg, a stroller-friendly walk to the end of the world. Surrounded by unspoiled nature and a breathtaking mountain panorama, which captivate young and old.

The trail starts at the Engelberg train station and leads to the end of the village street to the monastery chapel. Continue up the stairs until you reach the road. From there the Grottenweg branches off to the right to the Klostermatte, a large meadow where in winter the little guests learn the basics of skiing in Globi's Kinderkland. The high trail continues on the signposted route past the seven springs. At this place the water bubbles crystal clear and pure from the ground. Further along the trail, when you reach the edge of the forest, the next highlight already follows - the Lourdes Grotto. Our Lady is clearly visible on a rocky outcrop. After lighting a candle or taking a short break, you walk over the bridge and left along the Bärenbach stream towards Horbis, the so-called end of the world.

No the end of the world is neither cold nor dark or dangerous, but a cozy restaurant in Horbis, the rearmost part of Engelberg. Here you can put up your tired feet and quench your thirst with a glass of cold cider. The rumbling stomach can also be remedied, because on the menu you will find traditional Engelberg dishes such as Älplermagronen or cheese slices. Strengthened and rested, you return to Engelberg. From the Brunni valley station you can also use the free summer bus.

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Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Train Station-Ochsenmatt-Kilchbühl-Vorderhorbis-Horbis

Tour information

  • Stop at an Inn

  • Suitable for Pushchair

Equipment

Sturdy shoes, sun protection, hiking poles advantageous.

Directions & Parking facilities

By car, take the A2 (Basel-Gotthard) to Stans Süd, then take the main road 20 km to Engelberg. Engelberg is 30 minutes from Lucerne, 1 hour and 15 minutes from Basel, Zurich or Bern.
With the Zentralbahn you get directly from Lucerne to Engelberg. The journey time is about 45 minutes from Lucerne.

Author

Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus

Organization

Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Tip: In autumn the restaurant Horbis is known for its game specialties far beyond the valley.

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Getting there
Grottenweg
6390 Engelberg