Engelburg, Switzerland , belongs to the canton of Obwalden in Switzerland. A foreign population of 600, among 3500 makes it a small but internationally famous municipality. The foremost mountain resort in central Switzerland, earlier it was known as a seat of Benedictine learning. Today Engleberg is an attraction for both summer and winter tourism.
Location – It is pretty near to Zurich and Lucerne.
Reaching there – It can easily be reached from Lucerne by direct train which stops at the heart of the town. It can also be reached by car very smoothly from these cities.
Sightseeing – The main sights of this town are Engelberg Abbey , a Benedictine monastery in the Swiss Congregation, a number of old small churches, the hotel of Europäischer Hof,the museum of the valley, along with its pristine unspoilt natural beauty and the lofty Titlis mountain, which boasts an journey to the highest point in central Switzerland.
Accommodations – All accommodation to this spa cum ski resort is in the chalets and hotels which have a distinct old world charm of their own despite having all the modern amenities.
other features – Apart from skiing Engelburg also offers the extreme sports of abseiling, bungee jumping, and canyoning, as well as mountain biking. A guest card offers discounts on lift passes in winter. The ski buses in the village are absolutely free. Ski equipments can be rented anywhere in the town. However it should be noted that the ski terrain is not for beginners in the sport but appeal hugely to the veterans.
