Largest moorland landscape in Switzerland

Langis Glaubenberg

The Glaubenberg moorland is located between the Entlebuch and Lakes Lunger and Sarnen. At 130 square kilometers, the area is slightly larger than Lake Lucerne. No other habitat has been so decimated or treated as a worthless area in the last 150 years as the moors. Today they are among the most valuable areas for nature. For this reason, they are rigorously protected today. The Langis-Glaubenberg landscape is characterized by numerous moors, forest areas and alpine pastures, which are closely interlinked in places. Man has been using and shaping the landscape for centuries. The torrents have dug deep into the flysch. Flysch is a soft, relatively water-impermeable rock. In such zones, slopes are prone to landslides. The diverse moorland landscape with individual groups of shrubs and trees provides good living conditions for grouse (capercaillie, black grouse and hazel grouse).

Eldorado in winter

Cross-country skiing in Langis

SLOW DOWN on 40 kilometers of trails

Classic and skating trails

The Langis offers a versatile cross-country skiing area with trails for classic and skating. The trails lead through an idyllic moorland landscape and offer a varied experience for both beginners and advanced skiers.

SLOW DOWN on 40 kilometers of trails

Classic and skating trails

The Langis offers a versatile cross-country skiing area with trails for classic and skating. The trails lead through an idyllic moorland landscape and offer a varied experience for both beginners and advanced skiers.

SLOW DOWN on 40 kilometers of trails

Classic and skating trails

The Langis offers a versatile cross-country skiing area with trails for classic and skating. The trails lead through an idyllic moorland landscape and offer a varied experience for both beginners and advanced skiers.

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Cross-country skiing know-how

Cross-country skiing school

Discover a varied course program for all age groups and ability levels. Here you will find the right introduction to cross-country skiing or your individual learning experience.

Cross-country skiing know-how

Cross-country skiing school

Discover a varied course program for all age groups and ability levels. Here you will find the right introduction to cross-country skiing or your individual learning experience.

Cross-country skiing know-how

Cross-country skiing school

Discover a varied course program for all age groups and ability levels. Here you will find the right introduction to cross-country skiing or your individual learning experience.

Glanzmann Sport
Snow status

Snow report & trail conditions

Here you can find up-to-date information on the open cross-country ski trails and the snow situation in the Langis-Glaubenberg area.

Snow status

Snow report & trail conditions

Here you can find up-to-date information on the open cross-country ski trails and the snow situation in the Langis-Glaubenberg area.

Snow status

Snow report & trail conditions

Here you can find up-to-date information on the open cross-country ski trails and the snow situation in the Langis-Glaubenberg area.

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On snow paths

Snowshoe and winter hiking

Winter hiking

The idyllic winter hiking trail in Langis is a circular trail that starts directly at the parking lot. Let yourself be enchanted by the impressive nature and the beautiful landscape on this circular hike.

Snowshoe tours

Breathtaking winter landscapes make for an unforgettable experience in white. The Langis-Glaubenberg region resembles the far north in its elegant winter dress. Surrounded by sparse pine forests, an unforgettable snowshoe tour is guaranteed.

Moonlight snowshoe tours

Experience a magical snowshoe hike in the moonlight in the Langis-Glaubenberg area. Enjoy the tranquillity of the snow-covered landscape and a warming mulled wine.

Stop off

Accommodation & Gastronomy

The Schwendi-Kaltbad mountain restaurant, the Berghotel Langis and the "Blockhittä" serve warming drinks, tasty snacks and inviting meals; a little higher up is the Passhöchi Beizli, named after its location.

Mountain Hotel Langis

A wonderfully idyllic mountain hotel with views of the Obwalden and Bernese Alps.

Restaurant mit grosser Terrasse

Mountain restaurant Schwendi-Kaltbad

Beautifully situated in the wild and romantic Schlieren Valley at 1,440 m above sea level.

Grill- und Käsespezialitäten

Guest house Schwendi-Kaltbad

The new guest house offers a wide range of rooms, while the first floor boasts an inviting event room with a cozy fireplace.

Neues Gästehaus mit Eventraum

Passhöchi pub

In a sunny location on the Wegscheide between the cantons of Obwalden and Lucerne.

Sommer & Winter

Blockhitä

The cozy Blockhittä offers a small but fine selection of food and drinks during the day when the ski lift is open. In the evenings, the rustic Blockhittä can be hired exclusively for groups of 8 or more (seating for 24 people).

Im Winter & für eigenen Event
Team spirit instead of deep snow

Alpine Olympics

Are you looking for an entertaining winter activity away from the slopes or for days with little snow? The Alpine Olympics from Glanzmann Sport is the perfect alternative for anyone who loves team spirit, exercise and a good atmosphere - without any knowledge of winter sports.

Winter experiences at a glance

Promising

Popular summer hikes

Fürstein Langis

The Fürstein offers a fantastic panoramic view of the Alps as far as the Jura. The mountain lies on the border between the cantons of Obwalden and Lucerne.

8.9 km | ca. 3.5 h

Jänzi Panorama Trail

The Jänzi Panorama Trail is a circular hike through moorland, fir forests and alpine farms.

12.3 km | 4 h

Over the Schlierengrat

Experience the largest moorland landscape in Switzerland on this circular tour and observe the diverse flora.

10.4 km | 3 1/2 h

Miesenstock

The Miesenstock summit boasts a fantastic panoramic view of Pilatus all the way to the Bernese and Vaud Alps.

10.8 km | 4 h

Public guided tour with ranger

The ranger of the Langis Glaubenberg moor landscape will guide you through the largest moor landscape in Switzerland. You will be initiated into the secrets of the moor and learn a lot about the history of the area, moor protection and the impressive flora and fauna.

Registration and information

From the beginning of the summer vacations until the end of the fall vacations, we offer an approximately 90-minute excursion through the Hinteregg-Andresen nature reserve for the public on Wednesday mornings on request. Silva Lanfranchi, the ranger of the Glaubenberg mire landscape, will guide you through the largest mire landscape in Switzerland.

Meeting point: Langis parking lot, in front of the large hiking map
Duration: 1 ½ hours
Cost: CHF 5 per person
Group size: up to 20 people
Equipment: trekking shoes
Language: German, English, French, Italian
Registration: by e-mail kontakt@glaubenberg-obwalden.ch

Summarized

Summer experiences at a glance

Path to the goal

Arrival

Summer

Postbus
seasonal timetable in summer from Sarnen to Langis from mid-June to mid-October.
At weekends in summer, there is also a connection from Langis to Entlebuch. Thanks to this connection, an attractive public transport round trip is possible, for example from Lucerne to Entlebuch, continuing by PostBus over the Glaubenberg Pass to Sarnen and back to Lucerne. The round trip is of course also possible in the opposite direction.

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Private transport

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Postbus
Seasonal timetable in winter from Sarnen to Langis from mid-December to the beginning of April.

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Private transport

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Notes:
The Glaubenberg Pass road is open from Sarnen to Langis, the Glaubenberg Pass itself is closed in winter.
Parking in Lanigs is limited. Travel by public transport is recommended.

Question and answer

FAQ Langis Glaubenberg

What is the Langis-Glaubenberg area known for?

Langis-Glaubenberg is known for its vast moorland landscapes, panoramic plateaus and natural experiences in both summer and winter.The area is one of the most important moorland landscapes in Switzerland and lies between Obwalden and Entlebuch.

In summer, Langis-Glaubenberg invites you to go hiking, observe nature and enjoy peaceful excursions in a protected landscape.Well-marked paths lead through high moors, alpine meadows and panoramic mountain ranges.

In winter, the Langis is a popular winter sports and recreation area.In addition to cross-country skiing, winter hikes and snowshoe tours, the area offers plenty of space for exercise in an open, alpine landscape.

Langis-Glaubenberg is easily accessible:

By car:

  • Anfahrt über Sarnen oder Entlebuch Richtung Glaubenbergpass.
  • Das Langis liegt direkt an der Passstrasse und verfügt über Parkmöglichkeiten.

By public transportation:

  • Während der Saison ist das Langis von Sarnen mit dem Postauto erreichbar (Fahrplan saisonabhängig).
  • Die Anreise erfolgt in der Regel über Sarnen.

Raised bogs and fens are valuable habitats for rare plant and animal species and are under national protection. The Langis Glaubenberg area is home to one of the largest contiguous moorland landscapes in Switzerland.

The following rules apply in the Langis-Glaubenberg area to protect the sensitive moorland and wildlife:

  • Auf den markierten Wegen bleiben
  • Moorflächen nicht betreten
  • Hunde an der Leine führen
  • Wildruhezonen respektieren, insbesondere im Winter
  • Drohnen sind im gesamten Moor- und Wildschutzgebiet verboten
  • Wildcampieren ist in Moor- und Wildschutzgebieten nicht erlaubt
  • Keinen Abfall hinterlassen

These rules of conduct help to preserve valuable habitats and tranquillity for animals and nature in the long term.