Engelberg
Engelberg

Engelberg

Free admission
Klosterhof

The Basics

A popular alternative to nearby Lucerne, Engelberg makes a strategic base camp for exploring the surrounding mountains. Cable cars run up to the summit station of Titlis mountain for the most impressive views, and a network of hiking trails run throughout the valley.

Day trips from Zurich to Lucerne often include a visit to Engelberg, where highlights include a tour of the Benedictine monastery, a visit to the Engelberg cheese factory, and a walking tour of the alpine town.

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Day Trip to Lucerne and Engelberg from Zurich
Day Trip to Lucerne and Engelberg from Zurich
star-3.5
$86.49 per adult
Traveler Favorite
Two magnificent cities
Both cities are absolutely gorgeous!! Don't need 3 hours in Engelberg though. Would have liked more time to explore Lucerne.
Janice_L, Aug 2023

Recent reviews from experiences in Lucerne

A wonderful days experience
star-5
A wonderful days experience
Douglas_M, May 2023
Day Trip to Lucerne and Engelberg from Zurich
Excellent experience, Lucerne was a vibrant, beautiful and picturesque town. Engelberg was a very quaint little village. You may want to sign up for the trip up the mountain; Titlus and skip the trip into Engelberg.
Great experience!
star-5
Great experience!
Suzanne_R, Sep 2023
Paragliding Tandemflight Lucerne - Engelberg
Both Freemind tour operators read our daughters perfectly - understanding that each had different needs. One daughter preferred to float and was offered the opportunity to direct the ride, and the other wanted to do tricks. It was great!
Amazing & Breathtaking
star-5
Amazing & Breathtaking
Tauhid_A, Sep 2023
Mount Titlis excursion from Engelberg incl. Ice Flyer
Excellent experience, no hassle, wonderful location & view. Viator was easy to use & had great offers
We took the upgrade to...
star-4
We took the upgrade to...
Sheilla_D, Sep 2023
Day Trip to Lucerne and Engelberg from Zurich
We took the upgrade to Mt.Titlis.The view was amazing .The tour guide was informative.It was crowded so it’s hard to enjoy the rotating cable car.
One of a kind experience
star-5
One of a kind experience
Lillian_G, Jun 2023
Paragliding Tandemflight Lucerne - Engelberg
Chris, my paragliding expert made me feel comfortable and safe when it came to paragliding. He was super fun and an experienced paraglider, making me that much more comfortable running off the mountain.
Good day trip out of Zurich.
star-5
Good day trip out of Zurich.
J_L, Jun 2023
Day Trip to Lucerne and Engelberg from Zurich
Martin is the guide we had gave us good info. We enjoyed Lucerne and Engleburg. In engleburg we went up to the top of the Brunni Bahnen by cable car and continue with chairlift for around $52 round trip. It’s beautiful up there. Just 10 mins walk from downtown past the monastery.
Sunny Day to Lucerne
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Sunny Day to Lucerne
Lisa_S, Apr 2023
Day Trip to Lucerne and Engelberg from Zurich
Beautiful sunny day to experience the country on our way to Lucerne and Engelberg. So happy we made the decision to extend and ride the gondola to the top of Mt. Titlis.
Ok
star-4
Ok
Anson_C, May 2023
Mount Titlis excursion from Engelberg incl. Ice Flyer
Is ok for this trip. The tram is good. Too many visitor and group.not clear I strutting to redeem tickets
Beautiful Lucern but very short
star-4
Beautiful Lucern but very short
Alejandro_R, Mar 2023
Day Trip to Lucerne and Engelberg from Zurich
The driver and the guide were nice and friendly. The information was very useful and important. The 3 hours in Engrlberg are very long. The should split the visit to Mount Titlis from the visit to Lucern and Engelberg
The tandem flight was...
star-5
The tandem flight was...
Felicia_H, Jun 2022
Tandem Flight Zurich-Engelberg
The tandem flight was amazing experience. All 3 pilots were so friendly and experienced. This is the highlight of our trip for sure.
Flying the Alps
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Flying the Alps
Jennifer_F, Jun 2022
Tandem Flight Zurich-Engelberg
I had an absolutely amazing time! They were easy to communicate with and reschedule easily when I was worried about the weather. Toni was an excellent guide and pilot. Highly recommended!
Great tour and even better guide.
star-5
Great tour and even better guide.
Erich_L, Sep 2021
Engelberg, Cheese, and Mt. Titlis Private Tour from Zurich
We had an amazing tour with Lena (spelling?) on September 6th. She met us at the airport, gave us an overview of the day and some tips (changing shoes). It is great to have a guide that is knowledgeable and can adjust plans as needed. Any time something came up, Lena would quickly adjust. For example, some persons in the party had bad knees so she helped shorten some routes. She also gave great information without sounding like it was a lecture or a manual. She was engaging with everyone and made sure everyone was part of the conversation (and gave us time to just take everything in. Engelberg was a cute town with great cheese. Mount Titlis had spectacular views and Lucerne was picturesque.
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Things to Know Before You Go

  • Engelberg’s small size makes it easy to get around the town on foot.

  • Wear comfortable shoes and pack warm clothing, if you plan on exploring the mountains—the weather can be cool and windy, even in the summer.

  • Attractions, including the Titlis cable car and Engelberg monastery, are wheelchair accessible.

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How to Get There

Engelberg is located just south of Lake Lucerne in Central Switzerland. Regular trains run direct from Lucerne, or you could drive a car for the short ride by road. The closest international airport is Zurich, via a train journey from Lucerne.

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When to Get There

Engelberg features photo-worthy landscapes year-round, and although it’s quietest in spring and autumn, most accommodation and attractions stay open throughout. Head there in summer (July–September) to hike in the hills and enjoy water sports on the nearby lakes, or visit in winter (December–March) for skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing in the mountains.

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Scaling Titlis

Engelberg’s star attraction is Titlis, Central Switzerland’s highest mountain at 10,626 feet (3,239 meters), standing on its doorstep. Riding the Rotair cable car, a spectacular revolving cable car from Titlis Valley station that climbs 9,908 feet (3,020 meters), is the best way to scale the mighty peak. At the top, adventurous types can tackle the Cliff Walk, ride the Ice Flyer chairlift, go snow tubing, explore a glacier, or enjoy the incredible 360-degree views.

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Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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