The Laucheren alp lies at around 1900 m above sea level - well protected in a gentle hollow high above the Engelberg Valley. From June to the end of September, Älpler Melk leads his 120 sheep, 2 llamas, around 50 suckler cows with their calves and a bull across the mostly steep but lush mountain slopes. Eight hens and one cockerel also spend the summer on the alp and a dog helps Melk to herd the animals.
Hospitality is very important to the Niederberger family, who have been running the alp for 4 generations. It has recently become possible to bivouac on the Laucheren Alp and spend the night halfway along the ridge hike - tents and sleeping mats are available, but you must bring your own sleeping bag. A delicious evening meal and alpine breakfast are also provided - the unforgettable sunset and sunrise are included free of charge. With the Stanserhorn-Engelberg ridge hike and this stopover, you can expect a little modern adventure, a short break from everyday life and an absolute highlight of this year's mountain summer
Hospitality is very important to the Niederberger family, who have been running the alp for 4 generations. It has recently become possible to bivouac on the Laucheren Alp and spend the night halfway along the ridge hike - tents and sleeping mats are available, but you must bring your own sleeping bag. A delicious evening meal and alpine breakfast are also provided - the unforgettable sunset and sunrise are included free of charge. With the Stanserhorn-Engelberg ridge hike and this stopover, you can expect a little modern adventure, a short break from everyday life and an absolute highlight of this year's mountain summer
Good to know
Openings
The campsite is open during the alp season, mid-June to mid-September.
Accessibility / Location
In the mountains
Payment methods
cash payment, Twint
Directions & Parking facilities
The alp can only be reached on foot via the Nid-/Obwaldner Höhenweg.
The campsite can be reached on foot via Wiesenberg, Gummen, Oberalp (Buiräbähndli), or Stanserhorn in 2 - 5 hours. On the second day, continue to Engelberg or Melchsee Frutt in > 6 hours.
The campsite can be reached on foot via Wiesenberg, Gummen, Oberalp (Buiräbähndli), or Stanserhorn in 2 - 5 hours. On the second day, continue to Engelberg or Melchsee Frutt in > 6 hours.
Price info
Complete offer with half board (dinner, Älplermagronen and apple sauce. After sunrise a warm alpine morning): CHF 85.00 per person
Tent pitch: CHF 10.00
Children up to 11 years pay half price
Tent pitch: CHF 10.00
Children up to 11 years pay half price
More information
Guests who wish to bivouac are requested to register in advance by calling Agnes and Melk Niederberger on +41 79 274 67 19.
Two tents with sleeping mats will be provided.
You must bring your own sleeping bag.
Of course you can also bring your own tent.
Two tents with sleeping mats will be provided.
You must bring your own sleeping bag.
Of course you can also bring your own tent.
Getting there
Contact person
Ms. Agnes Niederberger
License (master data)
