Engelberg - Quite Aptly Named Angel Mountain

Engelberg Switzerland is a beautiful and traditional Alpine village. In fact the name Engelberg quite aptly means ‘Angel Mountain’. Despite the tourist development, Engelberg ski resort has remained largely unspoilt. Engelberg is a fairly isolated resort and isn't linked to any other resorts in the region, which is why an Engelberg skiing holiday is the ideal winter break away from the crowds. Engelberg is a friendly resort with plenty of different skiing options and Engelberg hotels and accommodations offer a traditional friendly atmosphere giving good value for money.

Engelberg skiing is actually split between two mountains. The Titlis area has a variety of runs, spectacular views, and glacier skiing at the summit and also has one of the biggest vertical descents in the world, which is a great challenge for more experienced skiers. Brunni, on the other Side of the valley, is ideal for beginners and families. Engelberg flights are available from most UK Airports all bookable online at Holiday Hypermarket!

Piste Fact File On Endelberg

• Resort height – 1020m
• Highest lift –3020m
• Number of lifts –28
• Km of pistes – 82km
• Number of slopes – 28
• Snowboarding park – 1

Beginners – With excellent easy runs in the village and access to the gentle runs of Gerschnialp and Brunni, Engelberg is perfect for beginners to learn how to ski. There is also an excellent Ski school to teach beginners.

Intermediates – Engelberg offers a great variety of blue and red runs for intermediate skiers that are ideal for practicing and improving techniques, helping them to take on the more challenging piste on offer.

Advanced – Engelberg really is a paradise for advanced skiers. You will find an excellent choice of endless off-piste opportunities, as well as a wide choice of on-piste challenges.

Snowboarding – Snowboarders will find that Engelberg offers great off-piste trails, as well as some excellent terrain up on the slopes. There is also a board park here, which is ideal for improving and practicing tricks.

Après Ski – Engelberg offers an excellent choice of bars and pubs that offer live music, as well as a wide variety of high quality restaurants, serving a variety of cuisines. Engelberg also has a selection of activities available, including ice-skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, paragliding and night skiing. There is also a casino in the resort.

Transfers – Approximately 1 and a half hours by car from Zurich

Features of Switzerland Ski Resorts

Key facts

• Language – German most widely spoken, French and Italian are also spoken
• Currency – Swiss franc
• Flight time – Approx 2hrs
• Season – November - April

Features

• Top class Ski schools and slopes
• Quality après ski
• Great snow fall
• Superb scenery
• Breathtaking views
• Unspoilt charm
• Guaranteed good quality of high standards and service
• Fantastic European cuisine