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small resort above the villages of Beckenried and Emmetten, Klewenalp has stunning views over Lake Lucerne towards the Rigi and the Mythens. it is very conveniently located for a day trip from Luzern or from the towns and cities of Northern Switzerland. There is a very long series of toboggan runs, airboarding, extensive scenic winter walks, good snowshoe trails and some lovely pistes . Unfortunately the section above Stockhütte and access from Klewenalp to the main runs still relies on surface lifts, there are a few flats (notably going in the direction of Klewenalp from Stockhütte), and there is no provision for snow-making - although the largely North-facing slopes do have a good snow record. If you find yourself ending the day in the charming village of Emmetten, there is usually a shuttle bus back to Beckenried, plus the scheduled post bus runs frequently to Beckenried and on to Stans.
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If you do not want to take part in any skiing or snowboarding activities, there are plenty of other activities to do in the mountains. The scenery is spectacular, there are a few mountain restaurants and some excellent winter walks. In addition there is the fabulous 9km toboggan run from Klewenalp to Stockhütte-Emmetten and the tough 4km airboard and toboggan run near the Chälen chairlift.
Best of the Slopes
There is a good long run starting with blue runs down from Twäregg, continuing after Stockhütte (keep to skiers right) with a trail down to Emmetten. It is also possible to get down to Beckenried along a couple of trails, conditions permitting, after the lovely red run (avoid the blue one) from Chäleneg via Tannebüel - a vertical drop of over 1500m. There is a lot of gentle off-piste if you turn left out of the modern Chälenegg chairlift.
Where to Eat and Party
The Panorama Schneebar above Klwenalp is the liveliest place on the mountain. For a drink and a cigarette, you can wait for a bus in Emmetten right opposite the stop in the friendly Hotel Engel.
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Getting There
By Public Transport
The best destination to access the downhill slopes by public transport in this ski area is Beckenried, Post. The bus stop is 3 minutes from the cable car. Follow the signs. The resort operates the Snow'n'Rail scheme, providing a discount on the combined travel ticket and lift pass. Click here for details of the Swiss Railways discount scheme.
- From Zurich the least travel time is 1 hr 53 mins with as few as 2 changes going via Luzern / Stans.
- From Basel the least travel time is 1 hr 53 mins with as few as 2 changes going via Luzern / Stans.
- From Berne the least travel time is 1 hr 57 mins with as few as 2 changes going via Luzern / Stans.
By Road
Park at valley station in Beckenried (or Emmetten) to visit car-free Klewenalp.
Please refer to a map and check local conditions for accurate routing information.
- The road distance from Zurich is around 83 km and the journey time is roughly 1 hr 10 mins.
- The road distance from Basel is around 127 km and the journey time is roughly 1 hr 35 mins.
- The road distance from Berne is around 144 km and the journey time is roughly 1 hr 50 mins.
- The road distance from Geneva is around 307 km and the journey time is roughly 3 hrs 30 mins.
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Nearby Resorts
Destinations in the region include Melchsee-Frutt.
Weather Outlook
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Piste Map for Klewenalp
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Accommodation
- $$$$ Boutique Hotel Schlüssel, Beckenried (4*)
+41 41 622 03 33 https://www.schluessel-beckenried.ch/
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