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Mountain · Engelberg, Obwalden
Titlis
Mountain of 3,238 m above Engelberg, with a year-round glacier, a station at 3,020 m reached by the rotating Titlis Rotair cable car, the Cliff Walk, the Glacier Cave and the Ice Flyer.
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About Titlis
The Titlis, at 3,238 m, lies south of Engelberg, on the border with the canton of Bern. The upper station, on Klein Titlis, is at 3,020 m, next to the glacier, which usually retains snow year-round.
The ascent starts from Engelberg, at about 1,000 m. The Titlis Xpress gondola passes Trübsee and reaches Stand, at 2,428 m. From there, the Titlis Rotair makes the final section in a cabin that rotates 360 degrees during the roughly 5-minute trip.
At the top, the Glacier Cave is a corridor of about 150 m carved some 10 m below the glacier surface. The Cliff Walk is a suspension bridge of around 100 m at 3,041 m, above a cliff with about a 500 m drop, leading to the Ice Flyer station. That chairlift crosses the glacier; in the European summer, for a few weeks, it leads to a playground area in the snow. The Titlis Tower has a viewing terrace and a restaurant.
The air is thin at 3,000 m: ascend slowly and drink water. Check operation times before going up.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half a day to a full day, including the ascent from Engelberg.
Best time
Go up at the first slot: clouds often close in on the summit as the day progresses. Clear days in winter and early European summer tend to offer good visibility. Check the summit webcams before buying.
How to get there
The lower station of the Titlis Xpress gondola is about a 10-minute walk from Engelberg train station. From Lucerne to Engelberg it's about 45 minutes by train.
Tip
Bring a jacket, hat, gloves and sunglasses even in European summer: at the top temperatures are often below zero and the snow reflects the sun. Wear shoes with firm soles on the Cliff Walk and on the glacier.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Titlis
Is there snow on the Titlis in summer?
The top of the Titlis has a glacier and usually has snow year-round, but the amount varies with the season and the weather.
What is the Titlis Rotair?
The cable car that connects Stand to the top of the Titlis, with a cabin that rotates 360 degrees during the ascent.
Is the Cliff Walk safe for children?
Yes, the bridge has high railings and is open to the general public. People with a fear of heights may feel uncomfortable: the drop is about 500 m.
Can you do Titlis as a day trip from Lucerne?
Yes. The train takes about 45 minutes to Engelberg and the ascent about 45 minutes. A full day is enough.