recommended route
Salistock
Ski Touring
· Central Switzerland
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/Photo: Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus, Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus -
/Photo: Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus, Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus
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/Photo: Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus, Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus
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/Photo: Engelberg - Titlis Tourismus, Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus
Less frequented beginner ski tour in the canton of Nidwalden in the middle of the Central Swiss Alps. The Salistock (1,896 m) offers a beautiful view of Engelberg and the Engelberg Valley as far as Lake Lucerne.
moderate
Distance 7.3 km
1:59 h
553 m
621 m
1,891 m
1,407 m
With the Buiräbähnli Rugisbalm - Mettlen. This modest peak, situated to the east of the Widderfeld Stock, is accessed from the Engelberg valley. The cornice-crowned point drops steeply down towards the village, offering a magnificent view into the valley. Sensational powder snow can often be found on the picturesque slopes of Lutersee.
Author’s recommendation
Safe snow fun in powder snow at the Snow & Safety Days.
Difficulty
moderate
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,891 m
Lowest point
1,407 m
Best time of year
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Safety information
Safety tips for off-piste skiing
- Please note that you are travelling at your own risk.
- A ski tour must be carefully planned.
- Appropriate equipment (avalanche transceiver, probe, shovel, airbag) and clothing are essential safety factors.
- The local ski and mountain guides will take you safely to your destination and back home.
- Emergency call REGA telephone number 1414
Tips and hints
Start
Bahnhof Grafenort (1,516 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'668'961E 1'189'693N
DD
46.854800, 8.342919
DMS
46°51'17.3"N 8°20'34.5"E
UTM
32T 449909 5189238
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Destination
Bahnhof Grafenort
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
National and international connections (from Zurich airport connections every half hour with approx. 1h travel time) to Lucerne. Afterwards with the Zentralbahn in 30 minutes through varied landscape to Grafenort.Getting there
By car you drive on the A2 (Basel-Gotthard) to Stans Süd, then on the main road 20 km to Grafenort - valley station Rugisbalm. About 30 minutes from Lucerne, 1 hour from Basel, Zurich or Bern.Parking
Free parking is available for all guests at the Rugisbalm valley station.Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'668'961E 1'189'693N
DD
46.854800, 8.342919
DMS
46°51'17.3"N 8°20'34.5"E
UTM
32T 449909 5189238
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
The equipment can be rented in the sports shops of Engelberg.
Basic Equipment for Ski Touring
- Ski Helmet
- Goggles
- Sunglasses
- 2 pairs of Gloves: lightweight, breathable and windproof for going uphill, regular ski gloves for downhill
- Neckwear
- moisture wicking skull / knit cap
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Lightweight rain and windproof ski jacket
- Additional warm jacket
- Long, warm technical socks plus liners and spares
- Lightweight wind- and waterproof ski pants
- 20 to 28 liter rucksack, preferably backcountry type
- Lip protection (SPF 30+)
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Kit para bolhas
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
Technical Equipment for Ski Touring
- Ski touring boots
- Ski touring bindings to fit boots
- Ski touring skins to fit skis
- Skis
- Ski poles, preferably telescopic type
- Avalanche safety equipment to consider: beacon, avalanche probe, avalanche shovel
- Ski touring crampons
- Crevasse rescue kit
- Ski touring harness
- Light ice axe
- Ski touring ropes
- Avalanche airbag backpack
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
7.3 km
Duration
1:59 h
Ascent
553 m
Descent
621 m
Highest point
1,891 m
Lowest point
1,407 m
Statistics
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Maps and trails
Distance
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Duration
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Ascent
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Descent
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Highest point
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Lowest point
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