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The Top 20 Peaks in Nidwalden

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Nidwalden is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20

to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Nidwalden for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Last updated: October 18, 2025

Stanserhorn Summit

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Stanserhorn is a 1897 m high mountain in the canton of Nidwalden. The Stanserhorn is located between the towns of Stans, Ennetmoos, Kerns, Dallenwil and Oberdorf, south of Lake Lucerne. …

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Pilatus Kulm Summit

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Incredible views of the Swiss mountains, Lucerne and the Jura.

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Chaiserstuel

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In winter as in summer a very worthwhile promising destination.

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Esel 2.119 meters

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The donkey is at 2118.7 m above sea level. M. the most striking rock formation of Pilatus and closes the mountain range.

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Buochserhorn Summit

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From the Buochserhorn you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view 😍😍😍.

Since the summit can be reached via three entrances, it is usually well visited and you are rarely alone …

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Klimsenhorn

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The Klimenshorn is a beautiful pre-peak of the Pilatus. The view of Lake Lucerne is beautiful from up here. Of course, you are never alone on the summit when the …

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Revolving restaurant in Central Switzerland since 2001
In 2001, the first revolving restaurant in Central Switzerland was opened on the Stanserhorn. Inspired by the five-star mountain Stanserhorn, the revolving restaurant …

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Arvigrat Ridge

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The Arvigrat runs along the border of the cantons of Nidwalden and Obwalden. The whole way is a nice tightrope walk. The route only occasionally has somewhat narrower passages and …

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Final Ascent to Pilatus

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A short but challenging path leads from Pilatus to the Matthorn, where we are rewarded with a brilliant view of the Sarneraa Valley.
The Matthorn is 2040 m high.

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Tomlishorn Summit

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Beautiful vantage point, accessible in an easy and short ascent from the ridge trail from Pilatus in the direction of Widderfeld (which requires a head for heights).

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