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Horizontweg

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    Horizontweg - A varied day route from Alpen Tower to Engstlenalp amid impressive mountain scenery.
    moderate
    Distance 10 km
    3:30 h
    219 m
    614 m
    2,255 m
    1,820 m

    The hike begins with a scenic gondola ride up to the Alpen tower. The fantastic 360° panoramic view far beyond the Bernese Oberland and Central Swiss high Alps impresses again and again. From Planplatten via Balmeregghorn, the path winds along the mountain to Tannensee. From the very first moment, breathtaking views and diverse flora impress. From the Tannalp above Spycherflue, it goes to Engstlenalp. The Engstlensee invites you to relax and refresh.

    Author’s recommendation

    Enjoy a hearty brunch at the Panoramic Restaurant Alpen tower before the hike. 

     Surefootedness & a head for heights are required!

    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Landscape
    Highest point
    2,255 m
    Lowest point
    1,820 m
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    Rest stops

    Panoramarestaurant Alpentower
    Tannalp mountain restaurant
    Hotel Engstlenalp - Meiringen

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    Alpen tower - Balmeregghorn - Tannensee - Spycherflue - Engstlensee
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    Alpen tower
    Panoramarestaurant Alpentower
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    Balmeregghorn
    Melchseestock
    Pine lake
    Barbecue area Tannensee
    Tannalp mountain restaurant
    Tannalp mountain inn
    Hotel Engstlenalp - Meiringen

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    Thanks to its central location in Europe, Switzerland is served by international trains from over 12 countries. Within Switzerland, intercity trains run directly from Lucerne to the Jungfrau region. Travelers from Zurich and Basel change trains in Lucerne. The trains run every half hour.

    Directions

    There are various driving options by car. From Geneva, the fastest way leads via Bern. From Zurich or Basel, the route via Lucerne and the Brünig Pass is the quickest. The pass is open in summer and winter.

    From the south, the approach leads via Grimsel or Susten Pass to the region. Both passes are only open in summer. Alternatively, the Simplon Pass and subsequently the Lötschberg car shuttle are an option.

    Parking

    There is a public parking garage in Meiringen. Otherwise, there are uncovered parking spaces throughout the village. There is a parking lot directly at the valley station of the Meiringen-Hasliberg mountain railway for CHF 5 per day. 

    Coordinates

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    2'662'565E 1'176'605N
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    46.737704, 8.257260
    DMS
    46°44'15.7"N 8°15'26.1"E
    UTM
    32T 443257 5176284
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

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    Equipment

    • Sun exposure is increased in the mountains. Sunscreen with a high protection factor, sun hat, and UV-protected sunglasses should definitely be part of your gear.

    • Also, in summer and with good "start weather," warm clothing and rain protection must be brought. The layering principle with different layers of clothing is recommended.

    • Charged mobile phone

    • First aid kit

    • Drinks

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    10 km
    Duration
    3:30 h
    Ascent
    219 m
    Descent
    614 m
    Highest point
    2,255 m
    Lowest point
    1,820 m
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