Best attractions and places to see around Trübsee include an alpine lake situated at an elevation of 1,764 meters at the foot of Mount Titlis. This mountain lake is known for its clear, turquoise glacial water reflecting surrounding peaks. The area offers a range of activities and natural features throughout the year, appealing to nature lovers and families. It serves as a base for exploring the higher reaches of Mount Titlis.
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The Trüebsee (standard language: Trübsee, e.g. official name of the bus stop/station) is a mountain lake on the Alp Ober Trüebsee at an altitude of 1763 m above sea level in Central Switzerland. It lies between the municipality of Engelberg and the Titlis mountain in the canton of Nidwalden, near the Jochpass (2207 m above sea level). The Ober Trüebsee-Jochpass region within the municipality of Wolfenschiessen is a developed alpine tourist area. https://de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tr%C3%BCebsee
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The Trübsee is not only beautiful to look at, but also provides important energy for the valley
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Trübsee The Trübsee, also Trüebsee, is a mountain lake above Engelberg, located in the municipality of Wolfenschiessen in the canton of Nidwalden. It is situated at an altitude of 1764 meters above sea level between Schafberg and Bitzistock. The small lake lies on a high plateau in the Engelberg Valley between Engelberg and the Titlis or Joch Pass, respectively. It is fed by the Trübseebach stream, which originates from the Titlis Glacier, and flows into the Engelberger Aa via the Trübenbach stream. The maximum depth of the Trübsee is around nine meters. Text / Source: schweizersee.ch https://www.schweizersee.ch/truebsee/
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Schmugglis Adventure World, Trüebsee Welcome to the family paradise of Trübsee! Many years ago, smuggler Engelbert and his mule Schmuggli hiked from Engelberg over the Jochpass to Engstlenalp and on to Italy. On the treasure hunt, you look for the treasures that they hid on their adventures. On the Sbrinz Trail, you solve puzzles and try to stay undetected by customs officers and witches. The playground, the mule camp and Schmugglis Camp round off the great family offer. Text / Source: Titlis Bergbahnen, Gerschnistrasse 12, 6391 Engelberg https://www.schmugglis-erlebniswelt.ch/de#start
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Trübsee & Dallenwil power plants KW Trübsee - the power plant in Engelberg The bottom of the Trübsee had to be thoroughly sealed before the lake could be used as a reservoir for hydropower. The power plant is inconspicuously built into the slope near Eugenisee Year of construction 1963 - 1968 KW Dallenwil - the most powerful power plant The Dallenwil power plant uses the hydropower of the Engelbergeraa between Obermatt and Dallenwil and the side streams flowing in on the left side of the valley. With its three Francis machine groups, it supplies the largest share of domestic hydropower for the canton of Nidwalden. Text / Source: Cantonal Electricity Works Nidwalden, Wilgasse 3, 6371 Stans https://www.ewn.ch/unternehmen/uber-uns/kraftwerke
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Schmugglis Adventure World, Trüebsee Welcome to the family paradise of Trübsee! Many years ago, smuggler Engelbert and his mule Schmuggli hiked from Engelberg over the Jochpass to Engstlenalp and on to Italy. On the treasure hunt, you look for the treasures that they hid on their adventures. On the Sbrinz Trail, you solve puzzles and try to stay undetected by customs officers and witches. The playground, the mule camp and Schmugglis Camp round off the great family offer. Text / Source: Titlis Bergbahnen, Gerschnistrasse 12, 6391 Engelberg https://www.schmugglis-erlebniswelt.ch/de#start
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Mountain Chapel of the Assumption of Mary, Trüebsee The picturesque mountain chapel of the Assumption of Mary has stood on the Trübsee circular trail since 1935. The chapel was consecrated on September 8, 1935. The chapel was built in 1934/35 according to plans by Arnold Stöckli. The stained glass windows were designed by Albert Hinter.
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One of the many playgrounds around the Trüebsee... These are also very crowded on weekends...
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The centerpiece is undoubtedly Trübsee itself, a stunning alpine lake known for its clear, turquoise glacial water that beautifully reflects the surrounding peaks like Mount Titlis and Jochstock. The area offers breathtaking panoramic mountain views, perfect for photography and enjoying the alpine scenery.
Absolutely! Trübsee is a fantastic destination for families. You can visit Schmuggli's Adventure Playground, Trübsee, which features an adventurous treasure hunt with puzzles, various play stations, a mule camp, and Schmugglis Camp. In summer, families can also enjoy the Trübsee Adventure area with BagJump, Slackline, and a bike pump track, or rent rowing boats on the lake. There are also several free-to-use barbecue areas with firewood provided.
The region around Trübsee offers a variety of outdoor activities. For those who enjoy running, you can explore numerous trails, including difficult routes like the 'Titlis cable car valley station – Eugenisee loop from Engelberg'. Mountain biking enthusiasts have options like the 'Hells-Bells Trail – Engstlensee loop from Urner Alps'. Road cyclists can tackle routes such as the 'Grafenort – Eugenisee loop from Engelberg'. You can find more details on these and other routes in the respective guides for Running Trails, MTB Trails, and Road Cycling Routes around Trübsee.
Amidst the natural beauty, you can find the picturesque Mountain Chapel of the Assumption of Mary, Trübsee, which has stood on the circular trail since 1935. While not directly in Trübsee, the historic Engelberg Abbey in the nearby town of Engelberg is also a significant landmark, housing one of Switzerland's largest organs and a cheese workshop.
Yes, there are excellent facilities for barbecues and picnics. The Trübsee Barbecue Area offers rest areas with barbecue facilities and beautiful views of the lake, with firewood provided. There are also four free-to-use barbecue areas with firewood around the lake, making it easy to enjoy a meal outdoors.
Trübsee is easily accessible via the Titlis cable car. The Trübsee Cable Car Station is an intermediate stop at 1,784 meters, serving as a convenient gateway to the adventure world around the lake and providing access to the higher reaches of Mount Titlis.
In winter, Trübsee transforms into a snowy playground. You can experience the thrill of riding e-snowmobiles at the Titlis SnowX Park Trübsee or enjoy snow fun with activities like Balancer, Snowtube, and Zipfelbob at Rutschpark Trübsee. Snow tubing and sledding are also popular, along with beginner skiing areas.
Yes, there are numerous hiking trails around Trübsee. A popular option is the easy, family-friendly loop around the lake, which is even suitable for strollers. This trail also features the 'Smugglers & Muleteers' adventure trail, engaging children with puzzles and a treasure hunt. For more challenging hikes, the surrounding region offers various routes with different difficulty grades.
While specific dog-friendly trails are not detailed, visitors have noted that animals, including dogs, are common and generally well-behaved around areas like the Trübsee Barbecue Area. It's always recommended to keep dogs on a leash and be considerate of other visitors and wildlife.
The Trübsee Hydroelectric Power Plants highlight the lake's dual role. While beautiful, Trübsee also functions as a hydroelectric reservoir, contributing to power generation for the region. The bottom of the lake was thoroughly sealed for this purpose, and the power plant is inconspicuously built into the slope near Eugenisee.
The views around Trübsee are spectacular, offering breathtaking panoramic vistas of Mount Titlis, Jochstock, and other majestic mountains. The clear, turquoise waters of the lake perfectly reflect the alpine scenery, providing countless opportunities for stunning photographs throughout the year.


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