Trails in the Canton of Obwalden

The canton of Obwalden is one of the smallest cantons in Switzerland, but its terrain does not do things by halves. Between Pilatus to the north and the ridges of the Oberland to the south, the valleys descend toward Lake Sarnen and Lake Lungern. In the Engelberg enclave, the Titlis peaks at 3,238 m above the alpine pastures 🏔️. On the Älggi alp, a stone even marks the geographic center of Switzerland.

For a trail run in the canton of Obwalden, there is no shortage of trails. The ridges of Melchsee-Frutt, with their small high-altitude lakes, offer spectacular routes in summer. The forest paths above Sarnen let you work on your climbing all year round. Around Engelberg, the trails climb toward the alpine pastures and waterfalls, while the Brünig Pass opens the door to the Bernese Oberland 🌲. The best season runs from June to October, when the snow has left the summits and the mountain huts open their doors.

The Finishers trail calendar stops in the canton with the RunThrough Trails Engelberg, which start on August 20, 2027 at the foot of the Titlis ⛰️. In the neighboring canton of Schwyz, the Trail Run Einsiedeln by trail-maniacs takes over on October 17, 2027. In the Oberland, the Jungfrau Marathon attracts lovers of big panoramas on September 4, 2027. For more ideas, check out the trails in Switzerland, the trails in the canton of Lucerne or the trails in the canton of Bern.

In Engelberg, Benedictine monks still make cheese in the cheese dairy of their abbey, founded in the 12th century 🧀. A great refueling treat after a fine outing. Whether it's your first nature run or an alpine route, the canton of Obwalden is sure to have a trail to your liking 🙂. The alpine pastures are just waiting for your strides.