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Alp Oberlachen

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    Alp Oberlachen
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Between the Stanserhorn and Melchsee-Frutt, the Oberlachen Alp dormitory is available as a stopover for tired hikers with refreshments.

On the Obwalden and Nidwalden High Trail, Alp Oberlachen in Melchtal offers hikers overnight accommodation and refreshments. The regional SwitzerlandMobility routes 57 (Obwaldner Höhenweg) and 88 (Nidwaldner Höhenweg) lead along the same route from the Stanserhorn over the Storeggpass to Melchsee-Frutt - there and back.

  • From Stanserhorn to Melchsee-Frutt approx. 10 h 20 min
  • From Melchsee-Frutt to the Stanserhorn approx. 10 h 15 min
  • Walking time from Storeggpass routes 57 and 88 to Lachengrätli/meeting point Alp Oberlachen approx. 35 min
  • Walking time from Storeggpass via Gemswägli to the Alp Oberlachen meeting point approx. 25 min

The offer

  • The season is from June 12 to approx. mid-October
  • Overnight stay on the alp with morning meal
  • Two dormitories on mattresses for 6 people each. Pillows and comforters are provided. For hygienic reasons, however, we recommend that you bring your own sleeping bag.
  • Catering (see price list for food and drinks)
  • Purchase of own organic products Alpine cheese, fried cheese, butter
  • Please reserve your sleeping place in advance using the online booking form

Payment is possible on site in cash or via TWINT.

"We want to provide hikers with an oasis of peace where they can experience a piece of the unspoilt Alpine world up close".

Sleeping beds

n.a.

Prices

Prices for overnight stays on the alp with breakfast per night
Adults and young people aged 16 and over CHF 35.00
Children aged 11-15 CHF 27.00
Children aged 4-10 CHF 21.00
Infants up to 3 years free of charge

Address

Alp Oberlachen
6067 Melchtal

Coordinates

SwissGrid
2'667'767E 1'189'399N
DD
46.852278, 8.327213
DMS
46°51'08.2"N 8°19'38.0"E
UTM
32T 448710 5188968
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