Engelberg
Charming Village
General Information
Other Name: -, District: NA, State: NA, Switzerland
Area: 15.7 sq mi
Languages Spoken: German,French,Italian
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Description
Engelberg is a municipality in the canton of Obwalden in Switzerland.It is the leading mountain resort (Urner Alps) in central Switzerland.From the 19th Century, Engelberg became internationally known as a resort and spa, but is today visited as much for skiing as for its clean air. With its combination of modern sports facilities and alpine location, Engelberg is a magnet for both summer and winter tourism. The closest large cities are Lucerne and Zurich.It''''s also a major summer resort, with many activities available both at village level and on the mountain.It is located at the foot of Mount Titlis and draws tourists for its perfect mix of culture and sports.The main sights of Engelberg are: Mount Titlis, Mount "Hahnen", Engelberg Abbey, a Benedictine monastery in the Swiss Congregation, the museum of the valley etc.Location
It is located at the foot of Mount Titlis.Climate
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It contains rooms decorated with incredibly detailed wood inlays, and a baroque monastery church.
Inside the Benedictine Monastery, you''ll find a state of the art Show Cheese Dairy where you can watch the cheese-makers through a glass screen, enjoy their produce in the bistro or buy it in the shop.
Urirostock is the best climb in Engelburg.
Interesting collection of local history.