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View of Lake Melchsee – Tannensee loop from Melchsee-Frutt

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View of Lake Melchsee – Tannensee loop from Melchsee-Frutt

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View of Lake Melchsee – Tannensee loop from Melchsee-Frutt

03:07

10.9km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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665 m

Melchsee Panorama Tower

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Beautiful views over the lake, the mountains, the chapel and the plateau.

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716 m

View of Lake Melchsee

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If you are there at the right time with the perfect conditions, the surrounding mountains are reflected in the lake, allowing for a brilliant view.

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3.34 km

Tannensee

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The Tannensee is a true gem. Depending on the weather, you get a wild highland feeling or a liberating bathing feeling in a Swiss mountain lake. A little less touristy than the Melchsee.

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4.99 km

Tannensee

Lake

5.46 km

Tannensee

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Beautifully situated mountain lake surrounded by a wonderful mountain panorama... either easily accessible from Melchsee-Frutt or via the more challenging 4-lake hike from Engelberg

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9.36 km

View of Lake Melchsee

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You can walk around the lake.

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9.78 km

Barbecue and Picnic Area at Melchsee

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The barbecue areas around the lake are very nicely laid out.

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10.1 km

Melchsee Lake is idyllically situated at 1,920 meters above sea level near Melchsee-Frutt in the canton of Obwalden. Surrounded by majestic mountains, the clear mountain lake invites you to hike, fish, and relax. In summer, clouds and peaks are reflected in the water – a tranquil, picturesque spot in the Central Swiss Alps.

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10.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.04 km

3.22 km

2.84 km

526 m

310 m

Surfaces

5.41 km

2.09 km

1.35 km

920 m

553 m

538 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,990 m)

Lowest point (1,890 m)

Weather

Tuesday 26 May

21°C

8°C

37 %

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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View of Lake Melchsee – Tannensee loop from Melchsee-Frutt

Melchsee Panorama Tower

View of Lake Melchsee

Islands on Lake Tannensee

Tannensee

Tannensee

View of Lake Melchsee

Barbecue and Picnic Area at Melchsee

Shore of Lake Melchsee

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