Climb & Fly · Fürenalp · Engelbergertal
Fürenalp via climbing wall – Climb & Fly
The climbing trail leads to the Fürenalp via the exposed cliff wall. After that, you go to the official starting point for the abseiling route in Engelberg.
- Difficulty
- K4
- Distance / Meter of altitude
- 6 km · ↑ 800 hm / ↓ 0 hm
- Time
- 3–5 h
- Starting background
- Grass with cow dung
- Elevation information
- 1100 / 1830 m above sea level.
- Best time
- January–December
- Star exposure
- S–SW
- Material
- Climbing set; rental available at the valley station of the Fürena cable car according to availability
Tour map · Fürenalp via climbing trail
Topos · Fürenalp via climbing wall
Starting point and entrance
Starting at the base station of the Fürena cable car, the entrance leads to the starting point of the Fürrenwand climbing trail. The map indicates 25 minutes to the starting point.
Route description
The suspended climbing route leads through the Fürrenwand. The topo map includes sections up to D/E as well as the climbing ladders. After exiting the route, you reach the official starting point on the Fürenalp; the map indicates 35 minutes for this section.
Takeoff, flight and landing
The official starting point is marked as a simple landing area with wind gusts. From the Fürenalp, the descent to Engelberg is described; the map shows the landing area Herrenrüti.
Safety and conditions
The climb requires no fear of dizziness and strength for the exposed sections. The map shows a fragile cable marked below the wall. Check the opening and the condition of the climb before the tour.
Check the weather, wind, thermals, current airspace, and temporary restrictions before the tour. Ensure start and landing options as well as the return route in case you cannot fly. The maps show the route; local signs and current area information should be checked before the flight.
Briefly answered
Questions about the tour
Where does the tour to Fürenalp begin via the climbing wall?
Starting at the base station of the Fürena cable car, the entrance leads to the starting point of the Fürrenwand climbing trail. The map indicates 25 minutes to the starting point.
How long is the tour and how much time do I need?
The route is indicated as 6 km, 800 hm ascent, 0 hm descent and 3–5 h.
Where can I start and land?
The official starting point is marked as a simple landing area with wind gusts. From the Fürenalp, the descent to Engelberg is described; the map shows the landing area Herrenrüti.
What dangers are to be considered?
The climb requires no fear of dizziness and strength for the exposed sections. The map shows a fragile cable marked below the wall. Check the opening and the condition of the climb before the tour.
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The authors
Hike & Fly Guide Central Switzerland
From hiking ascents to alpine climb-and-fly routes: more hiking ideas from Julian Fürsinger, Jonas Käppeli and Dani Perret.
Daniel Perret
Daniel, usually called Dani, is a UIAGM/IFMGA mountain guide in Engelberg. As a mountain guide, father of a family and mountain sports enthusiast, he is active in the Engelberg Valley and shares his hiking expertise here.
Jonas Käppeli
Since childhood, Jonas has been traveling in the mountains. Paragliding added another dimension: mountaineering and flying are intertwined for him. When the thermic forecast promises good conditions, he takes to the air.
Julian Fürsinger
Julian searches for secluded corners and terrain for new projects. The paraglider expands his horizons in the mountains – from rock climbing to evening flights. He prefers to travel off the beaten path.
