Talmuseum Engelberg
A local museum in an 1786 house in the town centre, telling the story of valley farming, the monastery and tourism.
The Talmuseum Engelberg is housed in an 18th-century 'Wappenhaus' (coat-of-arms house) on Dorfstrasse in the town centre, its exterior walls painted with coloured coats of arms. Through old photographs, farm tools, costumes and furniture, the museum traces Engelberg's transformation from a monastery estate and high-alpine farming to a 19th-century spa resort and ski town. It also hosts regular themed exhibitions. The museum is small, can be seen in about an hour, and suits a rainy day or a gap while waiting for a cable car. It is a 5-minute walk from the railway station. Opening days are limited, so check the official website before you go.
Opening hours
Wed–Sun 2–6 pm (check the official website)
Nearby sights
- Engelberg Abbey
- Brunni & Härzlisee
- Trübsee
- Tätschbach Waterfall
- Joch Pass
- Titlis Cliff Walk
- Mount Titlis
- Fürenalp