SUMMER BETWEEN THE LAKE AND HIGH MOUNTAINS... So begins the hymn of Nidwalden. Summer in this spectacular patch of land is lovely and diverse: enjoy yourself on land, in the water and in the air. The programme includes tennis and golf, mountain bike tours, via ferrata and paragliding flights. Naturally, the highlight of the summer is the lake: dive into the wonderful wet world of wakeboarding, waterskiing, canoeing or stand up paddleboarding! Mountain bike technical course Cycling Swimming in Lake Lucerne Anyone can hop straight onto the Speed through the landscape with the From up here, there is a fantastic pedals. If you want to have a good wind in your hair and the sun on your view of Lake Lucerne. But of course, handle on your bike, take a technical face. Bikes suited to exploring the beau- on many a summer’s day, looking is course with a mountain bike professio- tiful area surrounding the Bürgenberg not enough. The lake offers countless nal and learn the joy of taking corners are available for rent at B-Outdoors. swimming areas that await your visit. like a pro. We are happy to point them out to you and tell you how to get there. Via ferrata, Engelberg Mt. Pilatus Rope Park, Fränkmüntegg Tennis in the Diamond Domes Exciting climbing routes of different An arboreal experience in the airy Improve your back-hand, volleys or difficulty levels offer the perfect chance heights. In Mt. Pilatus Rope Park, no just play for fun. A real pleasure thanks to dive into mountain climbing and less than 10 different parcours await to our professional instructors and to take in the amazing mountain you and your nerves of steel. the beautiful view of the surrounding landscape from the rocks. Action and adrenaline-pumping mountains. fun is guaranteed! 180608_B_Outdoors_Broschuere_A4_enGB.indd 1 08.06.18 14:33 SUMMER Stand up paddleboarding, Buochs Bungee jumping, Engelberg Wakeboarding, surfing and A special type of nature experience: if Brave the 140 metre jump from the waterskiing on Lake Lucerne you have not tried the latest water sport cable car into the void and feel the Water, sport, adrenaline, skills and trend, then it is about time you did! rush of adrenaline on alpine tours. speed combine in these rather excepti- Lots of fun and recreation along with The ultimate experience for heroes, onal sports. Twist and turn behind the physical activity. and those who would like to roaring motorboat – fun is guaranteed. become one! Canoe course / canoe tours Hiking Bürgenstock Alpine Golf Let your mind wander, switch off and There are several benefits to hiking Relaxation and fun while playing relax. Nowhere is it easier to do so than with a guide: first of all they know sport: a game of golf on the course at while paddling on Lake Lucerne! the best routes. They can also regale the Bürgenstock Resort in front of the Explore your senses on a guided you with intriguing stories about the Alpine foothills is a real holiday high- canoe tour or with a canoe course. country and its people. light. Perfect a forceful tee shot on the driving range. Paragliding Rowing on the Trübsee Segway tour High in the sky above the lakes and The Trübsee spans an area of 1.8 kilo- Discover the sights and architectural forests. Take off in the tandem-seat of a metres and is a popular destination for highlights of the City of Lucerne on two paraglider. From the airy heights, you picnic-goers, those who want to relax, wheels! Extensive tours on the shores of can serenely enjoy the panorama of and of course, rowers. You can admire Lake Lucerne with a view of the moun- the Alps. the imposing mountain landscape tain landscape or an underground tour from the middle of the lake on your in the largest civil defence shelter in the row boat. world – professional guides accompany you on an unforgettable trip. 180608_B_Outdoors_Broschuere_A4_enGB.indd 2 08.06.18 14:33 WINTER THE MANY SIDES OF WINTER Skiing or snowboarding, drifting along cross-country skiing trails or trudging with snowshoes into the deepest hinter- land – you have done it all. But what about ice-fishing on a mountain lake, a fat bike tour through the snow-covered forests or an igloo building or ice sculpture course? Even for the chilly time of year, we have a comprehensive programme and exciting offers for food connoisseurs, explorers and athletes. Skiing, snowboarding, cross-country Curling, Engelberg Snowshoe tour skiing classes Can you land the stone in the house Through heavily snow-covered forests, On your marks. Get set. Go! With the or does it slide right through? It is all through white heights with a wonder- right classes, you will soon because a a matter of having the right feel, and ful view of the mountain panorama as winter sports pro, or even an artist! some training. Solo, or as a group. a backdrop. Snowshoeing is a peaceful, And it is a lot of fun! impressive nature experience in winter by day and night. Snow hiking Tobogganing in Engelberg Trübsee snowtubing Hiking in the snow has been a trend Sharp bends lead down the snow- Did you have any idea that a plastic band for a while now. No wonder. What else covered mountains. Whether you are could be this much fun? Depending could be so relaxing? With plenty of a speed demon or a holiday fan, with on weather, even in summer you scan snow, hiking takes place on the Bürgen- three slopes spread over nine kilometres, speed along the slopes on the glacier. berg or else in one of the many beautiful every tobogganist gets their money’s areas of Central Switzerland. worth. 180608_B_Outdoors_Broschuere_A4_enGB.indd 4 08.06.18 14:33 WINTER Trübsee snowmobile Ice-fishing in Melchsee-Frutt Igloo building Do you look longingly at this snowmo- The frozen lake spanning 2 km, flanked Build your igloo block by block. An bile time and again and think, I want by snow-covered mountain tops, is a experienced guide gives you tips and to have a go at that? The time has come. fisherman’s delight. Ice-fishing like at accompanies you as you build the Register, hop on, get going and have the North Pole – happy fishing! igloo, either for a trial lesson or until fun. you place the last block. Ski tours Fat Bike tour Ice sculptures With good weather, a priceless expe- Thick wheels. This time, not a Harley Anyone can become a Michelangelo. rience. The diverse regions of Central but a Fat Bike. Mountain-biking in win- Design, pick, shape and carve a really Switzerland invite you to pull your furs ter: comfortable rides on snow-covered cool ice sculpture along with your team tightly around you, trek up the moun- trails, fast-paced descents on the trails. under the guidance of a professional. tain with your skis and cruise down the slopes in the powdery snow. Prior knowledge required. Torch-lit hikes at the resort A starry night, the sound of footsteps and the light of the torches on the fresh snow. A magical winter experience with a very special atmosphere. 180608_B_Outdoors_Broschuere_A4_enGB.indd 5 08.06.18 14:33 TRIPS THE DELIGHTFUL HEART OF SWITZERLAND When you look down at the picturesque landscape of Lake Lucerne from the mountain peaks of the Bürgenberg, you are gripped by the desire to explore this delightful heart of Switzerland, the famous surrounding mountain peaks and the glittering lake on a trip of your own. There could be nothing simpler: we have put together a few particularly worthwhile trips for you – feel your heart beating. Silver Mt. Pilatus tour Gold Mt. Pilatus tour Four lakes hike Discover the many facets of the local Discover the most beautiful spots and Enjoy the glassy Trübsee, the deep blue mountain of Lucerne by train, rack lookout points by boat, rack railway, Engstlensee, the turquoise Tannensee railway, aerial cable car and the new aerial cable car and panorama cable and the lovely Melchsee. A hiking panorama cable car. A diverse holiday car. The crowning glory is, of course, highlight of Central Switzerland. experience. the trip to the summit. Klewenalp-Emmetten Niederrickenbach Wirzweli, Dallenwil This will get hiking enthusiasts’ hearts This monastery village has been a Here live the herb witch, Lizi, and the racing. In the El Dorado of hiking place of power for centuries. The calm, weather witch, who invite young and around the Klewenalp, diverse routes the effect of authentic nature and the old to educational witching stations and tours – both easy and demanding – contemplative meeting areas nourish and barbecue areas. Fun and the desire await. From the first dew, we make our body and soul with fresh energy. to hike are guaranteed. way to the mountains... 180608_B_Outdoors_Broschuere_A4_enGB.indd 7 08.06.18 14:33 TRIPS Stanserhorn Felsenweg and Hammetschwand Lift Incredible hidden corners of The eventful journey with the world Explore the romantic Felsenweg and Switzerland first CabriO and the funicular railway of course the legendary 152.8 m high The magical places, authentic encoun- from the year 1893 on the Stanserhorn Hammetschwand Lift with its unbeata- ters with locals and secret tips from is like a journey through the history of ble view directly from the resort. experienced guides: Swissspecial puts funiculars. 100 kilometres of Alpine together the perfect programme accor- mountain peaks, 10 Swiss lakes, ding to your wishes and takes you to the marmots, magical flora and fauna, most beautiful places in the region – far and even more are all there to be from the mainstream.