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'''Engelberg''' is a [[municipalities of Switzerland|municipality]] in the [[Cantons of Switzerland|canton]] of [[Obwalden]] in [[Switzerland]]. It has a population of c. 4,000, of which 600 are of foreign nationality (2007). It is the leading mountain resort ([[Urner Alps|Urner]] [[Swiss Alps|Alps]]) in central Switzerland. In the Middle Ages, Engelberg was known for the educational accomplishments of its Benedictine monastery, whose school was well-known and regarded throughout the country. From the 19th Century, Engelberg became internationally known as a resort and spa, but is today visited as much for skiing as for its clean air. With its combination of modern sports facilities and alpine location, Engelberg is a magnet for both summer and winter tourism. The closest large cities are [[Lucerne]] and [[Zurich]].
'''Engelberg''' is a [[municipalities of Switzerland|municipality]] in the [[Cantons of Switzerland|canton]] of [[Obwalden]] in [[Switzerland]]. It has a population of c. 4,000, of which 600 are of foreign nationality (2007). It is the leading mountain resort ([[Urner Alps|Urner]] [[Swiss Alps|Alps]]) in central Switzerland. In the Middle Ages, Engelberg was known for the educational accomplishments of its Benedictine monastery, whose school was well-known and regarded throughout the country. From the 19th Century, Engelberg became internationally known as a resort and spa, but is today visited as much for skiing as for its clean air. With its combination of modern sports facilities and alpine location, Engelberg is a magnet for both summer and winter tourism. The closest large cities are [[Lucerne]] and [[Zurich]].


==Geography==
The average altitude of Engelberg is {{m to ft|1020|abbr=yes}}. However the town is surrounded by the Alps, creating very steep terrain. The highest point in the borders of the town is Mt. [[Titlis]] which is {{m to ft|3239|abb=yes}}.

==Weather==
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|Jan_Hi_°C = 1.2
|Feb_Hi_°C = 2.7
|Mar_Hi_°C = 5.5
|Apr_Hi_°C = 9.1
|May_Hi_°C = 14.3
|Jun_Hi_°C = 17.3
|Jul_Hi_°C = 19.5
|Aug_Hi_°C = 18.6
|Sep_Hi_°C = 16.1
|Oct_Hi_°C = 12.2
|Nov_Hi_°C = 5.6
|Dec_Hi_°C = 1.7
|Year_Hi_°C = 10.3
|Jan_Lo_°C = -6.5
|Feb_Lo_°C = -5.5
|Mar_Lo_°C = -3.1
|Apr_Lo_°C = 0.1
|May_Lo_°C = 4.1
|Jun_Lo_°C = 7
|Jul_Lo_°C = 9.2
|Aug_Lo_°C = 8.9
|Sep_Lo_°C = 6.6
|Oct_Lo_°C = 3.1
|Nov_Lo_°C = -1.9
|Dec_Lo_°C = -5.6
|Year_Lo_°C = 1.4
|Jan_MEAN_°C = -2.7
|Feb_MEAN_°C = -1.6
|Mar_MEAN_°C = 0.9
|Apr_MEAN_°C = 4.5
|May_MEAN_°C = 9
|Jun_MEAN_°C = 12
|Jul_MEAN_°C = 14.1
|Aug_MEAN_°C = 13.4
|Sep_MEAN_°C = 10.9
|Oct_MEAN_°C = 6.9
|Nov_MEAN_°C = 1.5
|Dec_MEAN_°C = -2
|Year_MEAN_°C = 5.6

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|Jun_Precip_mm = 179
|Jul_Precip_mm = 184
|Aug_Precip_mm = 185
|Sep_Precip_mm = 112
|Oct_Precip_mm = 96
|Nov_Precip_mm = 109
|Dec_Precip_mm = 97
|Year_Precip_mm = 1510
|Jan_Precip_days = 12.3
|Feb_Precip_days = 11.7
|Mar_Precip_days = 14
|Apr_Precip_days = 14.2
|May_Precip_days = 15.6
|Jun_Precip_days = 16.1
|Jul_Precip_days = 15.2
|Aug_Precip_days = 14.7
|Sep_Precip_days = 10.9
|Oct_Precip_days = 9.4
|Nov_Precip_days = 11.8
|Dec_Precip_days = 12
|Year_Precip_days = 157.9
|source =MeteoSchweiz <ref name=MeteoSchweiz>{{cite web
| url =http://www.meteoswiss.admin.ch/web/de/klima/klima_schweiz/tabellen.html | title =Temperature and Percipitation Average Values-Table, 1961-1990 | accessdate = 8 May 2009
| publisher =Federal Office of Meteorology and Climatology MeteoSwiss | language = German, French, Italian}}</ref>
|accessdate = 8 May 2009
}}<!--Infobox ends-->

==Tourism==
===Skiing===
The ski terrain is largely for advanced skiers, and although there are some easy places to ski, beginners should be wary of some challenging pistes. It is a snow-sure ski resort, with an unusually long season, generally opening for skiing at the start of October and remaining open until the end of May.
The ski terrain is largely for advanced skiers, and although there are some easy places to ski, beginners should be wary of some challenging pistes. It is a snow-sure ski resort, with an unusually long season, generally opening for skiing at the start of October and remaining open until the end of May.


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Engelberg also hosts a round of the [[Ski_jumping|ski jumping]][[Ski_jumping_World_Cup| world cup ]].
Engelberg also hosts a round of the [[Ski_jumping|ski jumping]][[Ski_jumping_World_Cup| world cup ]].


===Sightseeing===
* Altitude Engelberg: 1020 metres
⚫
The main sights of Engelberg are: Mount Titlis, Mount "Hahnen", [[Engelberg Abbey]], a Benedictine monastery in the [[Swiss Congregation]], the museum of the valley, the hotel ''Europäischer Hof'', a number of old chapels.
* Max altitude [[Titlis]]: 3239 metres


==Business and industry==
There are 320 local businesses which employ 1700 people. 11% of these are in the agricultural sector, 14% in trade and industry, 75% in services.
There are 320 local businesses which employ 1700 people. 11% of these are in the agricultural sector, 14% in trade and industry, 75% in services.

⚫
The main sights of Engelberg are: Mount Titlis, Mount "Hahnen", [[Engelberg Abbey]], a Benedictine monastery in the [[Swiss Congregation]], the museum of the valley, the hotel ''Europäischer Hof'', a number of old chapels.


==Cultural references==
==Cultural references==
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* {{HDS|741}}
* {{HDS|741}}


==References==
{{reflist}}
{{Municipalities of the canton of Obwalden}}
{{Municipalities of the canton of Obwalden}}
{{commonscat|Engelberg}}
{{commonscat|Engelberg}}

Revision as of 01:18, 9 May 2009

Engelberg
Municipality
Engelberg Valley
Engelberg Valley
Coat of arms of Engelberg
Coat of arms
Location of Engelberg
Map
CountrySwitzerland
CantonObwalden
Districtn.a.
Area
[1]
 • Total74.87 km2 (28.91 sq mi)
Elevation
1,015 m (3,330 ft)
Population
 (31 December 2018)[2]
 • Total4,181
 • Density56/km2 (140/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+01:00 (Central European Time)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+02:00 (Central European Summer Time)
Postal code(s)
6390
SFOS number1402
ISO 3166 codeCH-OW
Surrounded byAttinghausen (UR), Gadmen (BE), Innertkirchen (BE), Isenthal (UR), Wassen (UR), Wolfenschiessen (NW)
Websitewww.gde-engelberg.ch
SFSO statistics
Engelberg

Engelberg is a municipality in the canton of Obwalden in Switzerland. It has a population of c. 4,000, of which 600 are of foreign nationality (2007). It is the leading mountain resort (Urner Alps) in central Switzerland. In the Middle Ages, Engelberg was known for the educational accomplishments of its Benedictine monastery, whose school was well-known and regarded throughout the country. From the 19th Century, Engelberg became internationally known as a resort and spa, but is today visited as much for skiing as for its clean air. With its combination of modern sports facilities and alpine location, Engelberg is a magnet for both summer and winter tourism. The closest large cities are Lucerne and Zurich.

Geography

The average altitude of Engelberg is Template:M to ft. However the town is surrounded by the Alps, creating very steep terrain. The highest point in the borders of the town is Mt. Titlis which is Template:M to ft.

Weather

Climate data for Engelberg
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Source: MeteoSchweiz [3]

Tourism

Skiing

The ski terrain is largely for advanced skiers, and although there are some easy places to ski, beginners should be wary of some challenging pistes. It is a snow-sure ski resort, with an unusually long season, generally opening for skiing at the start of October and remaining open until the end of May.

It's also a major summer resort, with many activities available both at village level and on the mountain. The lift system operates throughout the year, allowing a wide range of walking and cycling trails to be available even to the more fitness-challenged visitor.

In recent years, Engelberg has become something of an off-piste mecca, with many winter visitors, particularly from Scandinavia, coming specifically for its many challenging descents. Many of these are accesssible from the lift-served ski areas of Titlis or Jochpass, on the predominantly North-facing slopes leading down from Mt Titlis.

On the opposite side of the valley, the ski area of Brunni is much more suitable for beginners and early intermediates, but being South-facing it doesn't have quite the same snow reliability and length of season.

Engelberg also hosts a round of the ski jumping world cup .

Sightseeing

The main sights of Engelberg are: Mount Titlis, Mount "Hahnen", Engelberg Abbey, a Benedictine monastery in the Swiss Congregation, the museum of the valley, the hotel Europäischer Hof, a number of old chapels.

Business and industry

There are 320 local businesses which employ 1700 people. 11% of these are in the agricultural sector, 14% in trade and industry, 75% in services.

Cultural references

Hubert Sattler (1817–1904): View of Engelberg

References

  1. ^ a b "Arealstatistik Standard - Gemeinden nach 4 Hauptbereichen". Federal Statistical Office. Retrieved 13 January 2019.
  2. ^ "Ständige Wohnbevölkerung nach Staatsangehörigkeitskategorie Geschlecht und Gemeinde; Provisorische Jahresergebnisse; 2018". Federal Statistical Office. 9 April 2019. Retrieved 11 April 2019.
  3. ^ "Temperature and Percipitation Average Values-Table, 1961-1990" (in German, French, and Italian). Federal Office of Meteorology and Climatology MeteoSwiss. Retrieved 8 May 2009.
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