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Via Alpina
Section 9 Engstlenalp–Meiringen

Through Alpine flora to Tannalp with dairy, inn and lake. The ridge hike over Balmeregghorn, with wonderful views of the Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau is truly impressive. Muggenstutz the dwarf and a sculpture garden promise variety on the way to Meiringen.
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Facts worth knowing about the places along the route.

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Engstlenalp
Meiringen

Arrival / return travel 
Our recommendations for arrival by public transport.
Timetable Public transport stops and route
Engstlenalp Show on map
Meiringen Show on map

Rail, bus, boat recommendations 
SwitzerlandMobility recommends covering the following sections by rail, bus or boat to shorten the route, to negotiate height differences or simply because it’s beautiful.
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Length21 km

 Hiking time Engstlenalp–Meiringen: 7 h 55 min
Meiringen–Engstlenalp: 9 h 25 min

 Height differenceEngstlenalp–Meiringen: 900 m
Meiringen–Engstlenalp: 2'100 m

 RequirementsGrade: medium (mountain hiking trail)
Conditions: difficult

Helpful hintsBeware: snowfields possible into summer months on high-level sections.
Rail/bus/boat: long section, please note cableway recommendation No. 209 Planplatten–Meiringen.

 SignalizationFor hiking, follow the logo indicated on the yellow signposts.


Map of route

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Height profile  

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International routes

The route is part of the international Via Alpina

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Accommodation

Overnight accommodation along the route
List of accommodation partners (6)

Bookable offers

Offers for the route
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Official guides / maps

Your companion for the route (5)

International routes

The route is part of the international Via Alpina

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Places of interest

Places of interest along the route
List of places of interest (3)


 

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