--- title: "Grottenweg" url: "https://www.luzern.com/en/tour/grottenweg" description: "Winter hiking with a view – this awaits hikers on the Grottenweg up to the End of the World. The Titlis, the local mountain Hahnen, and the Spannörter present themselves and inspire awe. The path starts at Engelberg station and leads to the end of the village street by the monastery chapel. It continues up the stairs to the street. From there, the Grottenweg branches off to the right towards Klostermatte, where you can watch the lively bustle in Globi's children's land. Tomorrow's ski pros playfully tackle their first turns in the snow here. The high route continues on the marked path past the seven springs. In winter, they are covered with snow and ice, but in summer the water flows here crystal clear and pure from the ground. Continuing on the winter path, the next highlight is reached when arriving at the forest edge – the Lourdes grotto. The Virgin Mary is clearly visible on a rock ledge. After lighting a candle or taking a short break, you cross the bridge and follow the left along the Bärenbach towards Horbis, the so-called End of the World. Returning to Engelberg, the free local bus can also be used from Neuschwändi." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3769765/774038b37daf6325ca0a34c9ccef314f2b2dc03e33bc0330f04710bb9b9652ed/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Welcome to Lucerne > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Grottenweg ========== - Tip - 6.24 km long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: easy - Great panorama - Winter hiking - 1:45 h - 6.24 km - 132 m - 132 m - 1,000 m - 1,132 m - 132 m - - Start: Engelberg Station - Destination: Restaurant End of the World (Horbis) The Grottenweg Engelberg leads all the way to the End of the World. Through a deeply snowy landscape, it goes with a view of Engelberg along the high route past the seven springs to the Lourdes grotto and further to Horbis. Winter hiking with a view – this awaits hikers on the Grottenweg up to the End of the World. The Titlis, the local mountain Hahnen, and the Spannörter present themselves and inspire awe. The path starts at Engelberg station and leads to the end of the village street by the monastery chapel. It continues up the stairs to the street. From there, the Grottenweg branches off to the right towards Klostermatte, where you can watch the lively bustle in Globi's children's land. Tomorrow's ski pros playfully tackle their first turns in the snow here. The high route continues on the marked path past the seven springs. In winter, they are covered with snow and ice, but in summer the water flows here crystal clear and pure from the ground. Continuing on the winter path, the next highlight is reached when arriving at the forest edge – the Lourdes grotto. The Virgin Mary is clearly visible on a rock ledge. After lighting a candle or taking a short break, you cross the bridge and follow the left along the Bärenbach towards Horbis, the so-called End of the World. Returning to Engelberg, the free local bus can also be used from Neuschwändi. Read more Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Engelberg Station - Tourist Information Destination Destination Restaurant End of the World (Horbis) Good to know ------------ Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Engelberg-Gand-Klostermatte-Horbis-End of the World Station Read more Tour information - Refreshment stop Equipment High and sturdy hiking boots or winter boots, warm clothing, sun protection, hiking poles recommended. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**By car, take the A2 (Basel-Gotthard) to Stans Süd, then 20 km on the main road to Engelberg. Engelberg is 30 minutes from Lucerne, 1 hour and 15 minutes from Basel, Zurich or Bern. Read more **Parking**Parking is available in Engelberg for a fee. Read more **Public transportation**National and international connections (from Zurich Airport connections every half hour with about 1-hour travel time) to Lucerne. Then take the Zentralbahn up to Engelberg in 43 minutes through varied landscapes and gorges. Read more Additional information Snow report: Panorama map: Gastronomy: Free sports bus: Read more Author Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus Organization Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author No, the End of the World is neither cold, dark, nor dangerous, but a cozy restaurant in Horbis, the most remote part of Engelberg. Here, chilly fingers and toes can be warmed up again with a steaming cup of "Huuskafi." A rumbling stomach can also be satisfied, as the menu features rustic Engelberg dishes like Älplermagronen. Read more Safety guidelines When planning, please check the winter sports report at engelberg.ch to see whether the winter hiking trails are tracked and open. Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Party - other events - other events - Place of interest - Bouldering - mountain railway - Aerial cableway - Tours 2.05 km - Winter hiking 4.79 km - Winter hiking 3.10 km - Winter hiking Download GPX file - - - -