Hiking on Melchsee-Frutt

The Melchsee-Frutt high plateau is the ideal starting point for your hike. Explore the area on a pleasant stroll along the lakes or on a hike in the mountains. The untouched landscape, the alpine flora and the 3 crystal-clear mountain lakes reveal the beauty of our destination.

Safe mountain hiking: The personal responsibility of hikers is held in high regard throughout Switzerland. This includes common sense, good self-assessment and prior information.

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Guided hikes

In summer, various guided hikes take place in the most beautiful corners of our Melchsee-Frutt, Melchtal and Kerns vacation region. The dates of the guided hikes as well as tips and tricks for the 1000 km of attractive hiking trails can be found on the website of Frutt Events and Obwaldner Wanderwege.

Our hiking suggestions

Vier-Seen-Höhenwanderung

Melchsee‐Frutt – Tannalp – Engstlenalp – Jochpass – Trüebsee

Die Vier-Seen-Höhenwanderung connects Melchsee-Frutt and Engelberg over a distance of almost 14 kilometers and 600 metres in altitude. The varied hike leads through a fantastic mountain world. The fascinating plateau with its beautiful flora and crystal-clear lakes offers breathtaking views of the Obwalden and Bernese Alps.
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Benefit from the special RailAway offer from your station with a 10% reduction on trains and mountain railroads. You can buy this offer at an SBB ticket counter.

PDF: Hiking suggestion Vier-Seen-Höhenwanderung

Bonistock-Rundtour

Melchsee-Frutt – Bonistock – Chringen – Tannalp – Tannendamm – Melchsee-Frutt

Die Wanderung zum Bonistock (2167 m ü. M.) ist aussichtsreich und abwechslungsreich. Entdecken und riechen sie die einmalige Alpenflora, bestaunen Sie skurrile Gesteinsbildungen der Bonistock-Gegend und die beeindruckende Karrfelder – ein Paradies „nicht nur“ für Geologen und Biologen. Vom Bonistock aus sieht man über das ganze Frutt-Dorf, die Bergseen und kann unterwegs im “Restaurant Bonistock” eine Zwischenverpflegung geniessen.

PDF: Wandervorschlag Bonistock-Rundtour

Hochstollen-Rundtour

Melchsee-Frutt – Balmeregghorn – Planplatten – Hääggen – Hochstollen – Abgschütz – Melchsee-Frutt

If you are in good physical condition and fit for the mountains, the Hochstollen circular tour is a unique mountain experience. Most of the hike is on a very stable mountain path, but some sections require a little more strength. The breathtaking view from the Hochstollen compensates for every bead of sweat.

PDF: Hiking suggestion Hochstollen-Rundtour

Erzegg-Rundtour

Melchsee-Frutt – Distelboden – Balmeregghorn – Erzegg – Fachshubel – Tannendamm – Melchsee-Frutt

The hike over the Balmeregghorn ridge via Erzegg to Tannalp offers a magnificent view over the Gental valley and the picturesque Engstlenalp and is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Note the rocks along the way – ore was once mined here

PDF: Hiking suggestion Erzegg-Rundtour

Bettenalp-Bonistock Rundtour

Melchsee-Frutt – Arviböden – Bettenalp – Chringen – Bonistock – Melchsee-Frutt

A “different” way to the Bonistock. Over the Arviböden to Bettenalp along the wildlife rest area, you will discover the rugged Schratten, alpine roses, gentian and anemones. Enjoy this unique flora, which you can only find at these altitudes.

PDF: Bettenalp-Bonistock round trip

Wanderung Frutt-Älggi

Melchsee-Frutt – Abgschütz – Seefeldsee – Älggi Mittelpunkt – Bachegg – Innenbach – Stöckalp

The unforgettable hike in the heart of Switzerland! Be sure to visit the center of Switzerland here. The stone border forms the outline of Switzerland and the Swiss of the year are immortalized on the memorial stone.

PDF: Hiking suggestion Frutt-Älggi

Jochpass-Schaftal Rundtour

Melchsee-Frutt – Tannalp – Engstlenalp – Jochpass – Schaftal – Tannalp – Melchsee-Frutt

Our insider tip for good visibility. Would you like to start your hike on Melchsee-Frutt beyond the cantonal borders and still finish on Melchsee-Frutt? Then this circular tour is just right for you! With views of mountains and snow, you hike across lush alpine meadows, listen to the sound of cowbells and enjoy pure nature.

PDF: Hiking suggestion Jochpass – Schaftal Rundtour

Melchsee-Frutt – Wolfisalp – Stöckalp

Melchsee-Frutt – Arviböden – Bettenalp – Heufrutt – Wolfisalp – Stöckalp

Rarely will you find a hike that is so varied. Enjoy the unique alpine flora, observe the wild animals and explore the rugged karst landscape like our marmots. This hike is sure to leave you with fond memories.

PDF: Melchsee-Frutt – Wolfisalp – Stöckalp

Stöckalp – Melchsee-Frutt

Stöckalp – Obere Stöck – Ziflucht – Aastafel – Dempfelsmatt – Melchsee-Frutt

The path to our high plateau for all those who prefer walking to floating. The hike takes you steadily uphill through forest, alpine meadows and past refreshing mountain streams. Discover the unique biodiversity of our flora and fauna and enjoy the magnificent view of the valley once you reach the top.

PDF: Stöckalp – Melchsee-Frutt

Alpine Tour Barglen

Melchsee-Frutt – Bonistock – Chringen – Hohmad – Chli Hohmad – Barglenchäle – Barglen

The Barglen is one of the highest peaks in our hiking region and a treat for
alpine tour experienced “mountaineers”. It takes around 3.5 to 4 hours to reach your destination.

PDF: Alpine Tour Barglen

Alpine Tour Brünighaupt

Melchsee-Frutt – Blausee – Abgschütz – Chli Haupt „Muiggächopf“ – Brünighaupt

The Haupt, known locally as Brünighaupt, forms the cornerstone of the western rocky chain above the Melchsee-Frutt high plateau and attracts everyone’s attention from Stöckalp onwards.

From Melchsee-Frutt you hike leisurely via Abgschütz past the imposing Europaleiter to the Chli Haupt “Muiggächopf”. From the “Muiggächopf”, things really get going… surefootedness is essential here at the latest. The SAC Alpine hiking scale for this route is between T3 and T5, the tricky sections are secured with fixed ropes and abseiling points.

PDF: Alpine Tour Brünighaupt

Alpine round trip Glogghuis – Rothorn – Balmeregghorn

Melchsee-Frutt – Blausee – Abgschütz – Hochstollen – Wit Ris – Glogghuis – Rothorn – Balmeregg

Round trip delivers what it promises! Three peaks with breathtaking views – an unforgettable experience.

PDF: Alpine Tour Rothorn-Glogghuis