1 Via Alpina Stage 8 Engelberg – Engstlenalp

The route 1 Via Alpina Stage 8 Engelberg – Engstlenalp in Morgarten (canton of Bern) is 12 km long, takes around 4.8 hours and has SAC difficulty T1.

Best season: nur_sommer
  • Route: 1 Via Alpina Stage 8 Engelberg – Engstlenalp
  • Region: Morgarten (Kanton Bern)
  • Theme: Historical Hikes
  • Distance: 12 km
  • Walking time: 4.8 h
  • Ascent: 1300 m
  • Difficulty (SAC scale): T1
  • Terrain: Wanderland-Route 1 · nationales Netz · SAC T1
  • Highlights along the route: Kloster Engelberg

1 Via Alpina Stage 8 Engelberg - Engstlenalp

Difficulty comparison

T1
T2
T3
T4
T5
T6

This route (T1) sits in the lower third of the SAC scale (T1–T6).

Die Via Alpina ist ein grenzüberschreitender Weitwanderweg, der alle acht Alpenstaaten verbindet, neben der Schweiz so Liechtenstein, Österreich, Slowenien, Italien, Monaco, Frankreich und Deutschland.

What does the SAC difficulty mean?
T1 Hiking Well-cleared, marked path, no risk of falling.
T2 Mountain hiking Continuous trail, can be steep, sure-footedness needed.
T3 Demanding mountain hiking Trail not always visible, exposed sections with possible fall risk.
T4 Alpine hiking Trail often absent, demanding terrain, head for heights needed.
T5 Demanding alpine hiking Trail mostly absent, exposed terrain, alpine experience required.
T6 Difficult alpine hiking No trail, very exposed, sometimes glaciers, utmost sure-footedness required.

Tip: download the GPX track in advance or use the SagaTrail app – mobile reception in the Swiss mountains is often patchy, and the app gives you the map and legend offline as well.

Download GPX track

Elevation profile

Hoehenprofil 2197 m 1003 m 0 km 8.8 km

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the hike 1 Via Alpina Stage 8 Engelberg – Engstlenalp take?

The route is 12 km long, takes about 4.8 hours and has SAC difficulty T1.

Is this route suitable for children?

Yes, with SAC grade T1/T2 this route is generally manageable with children too.

Is there a GPX track to download?

Yes, you can download the GPX track directly further up this page and use it in your navigation app.

Which legend belongs to this route?

This route is linked to the legend “Die Zwerge auf dem Baum” – you can find the full story in the Legends section of SagaTrail.

What is the best season for this route?

The best season for this route is: nur_sommer.

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