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💡 Tips
- Take a stroll along the beautiful lake promenade in Brunnen with views of the Uri Alps.
- Hop on a historic paddle steamer on Lake Lucerne starting right from the Brunnen ferry terminal.
- Walk a section of the "Waldstätterweg", a scenic hiking trail starting in the area.
- Check out the Victorinox store in Brunnen to see a massive selection of Swiss Army Knives.
- Wind conditions can change quickly on the lake, so always bring a light jacket.
🍽 Food
A traditional local meat pie with a rich filling, available at traditional bakeries.
Try these local cherry schnapps-flavored pastries in a confectionery in Brunnen.
Enjoy freshly caught Egli (perch) fillets at a lakeside restaurant.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy authentic Swiss Army Knives and even assemble your own in the Brunnen shop.
Pick up some regional mountain cheese for a first-rate picnic by the lake.
A smaller, quieter harbor area in Brunnen well-suited for watching boats.
A peaceful area near the convent for a quiet moment of reflection.
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Ingenbohl is located in the heart of Central Switzerland in the Canton of Schwyz, at the transition between the Schwyz valley floor and the Urnersee. The municipality consists of the village of Ingenbohl and the much better-known district of Brunnen, which is considered a major tourism and transport hub on Lake Lucerne. A prominent landmark of the municipality is the Ingenbohl Monastery, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Mercy of the Holy Cross, founded in 1856, which continues to play an important social and religious role today. Geographically, Ingenbohl benefits from its lakeside location and spectacular views of the Bürgenstock and the Gotthard massif. Historically, the town of Brunnen was of great significance, as it was here in 1315 that the Pact of Brunnen was renewed between the three original cantons. Today, the municipality is a popular destination for hikers and water sports enthusiasts, with the lakeside promenade in Brunnen being among the most beautiful in Switzerland. Public transport connections are excellent, via both the Gotthard railway line and the Lake Lucerne Navigation Company. The municipality's economy is sustained by tourism, healthcare services centered around the monastery, and various commercial enterprises. Every year, Ingenbohl attracts numerous visitors who appreciate the blend of historical flair, religious importance, and alpine natural landscape.
- Location: Switzerland
- Top sights: Schillerstein · Bietstöckli · Platz der Auslandschweizer
- Nearby: Vitznau (10 km)
- Population: ~8.674
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -4 | -4 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 2 | -3 |
| Rain mm | 101 | 81 | 102 | 107 | 163 | 176 | 173 | 190 | 124 | 110 | 103 | 106 |
Geography
Facts
- Ingenbohl is located at an elevation of 435 meters above sea level.
- The district of Brunnen was the site of the renewal of the Confederation in 1315.
- The Ingenbohl Monastery was founded in the year 1856.
- The municipality covers an area of 16.21 square kilometers.
- About 40 percent of the municipal area is forested.
- Brunnen railway station is located on the important Gotthard axis.
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