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The Top 20 Attractions in Obwalden

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Obwalden. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Obwalden is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

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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Melchsee-Frutt

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Hiking, fishing, skiing, just enjoying the view and the beauty of the mountains. Everything is possible on the shore of this dream lake.

The cable car takes exhausted hikers comfortably …

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Tripolihütte

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Only open on nice Sundays. There is soup, coffee and cake and cold drinks.
The hut is run by members of Pro Pilatus. Always very friendly and up for a chat and good tips.

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Tannalp Chapel and Mountain Lodge

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Perfect place for a break. There is delicious, regional food here.

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Tannensee

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The Tannensee is a true gem. Depending on the weather, you get a wild highland feeling or a liberating bathing feeling in a Swiss mountain lake. A little less touristy than the Melchsee.

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Barefoot Trail at Härzlisee

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Unique view! Simply a place to feel good.

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Lake Lungern

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Super clear water and nice and quiet. A great lake with many lawns surrounded by beautiful scenery.

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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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Aaschlucht Gorge

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The floods in 2005 and 2011 destroyed large parts of the hiking trail between Engelberg and Grafenort. In 2007, an interest group was organized under the leadership of district forester …

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The Top 20 Attractions in Obwalden

Stanserhorn Summit

Pilatus Kulm Summit

Melchsee-Frutt

Tripolihütte

Tannalp Chapel and Mountain Lodge

Tannensee

Barefoot Trail at Härzlisee

Lake Lungern

Esel 2.119 meters

Aaschlucht Gorge

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