A via ferrata suspension bridge above a green mountain valley.

All Swiss via ferratas

See where the weather is right and head out.

Brunni, Engelberg

Rigidalstock

Open
K3moderately difficult
Rigidalstock
Rigidalstock is one of Engelberg’s longer via ferratas, and it appeals to hikers who want a full mountain outing rather than a quick climb. The route leads to a panoramic summit, and both the ascent and the descent follow secured ferrata passages, which gives the whole tour a committed, tidy feel. The page also notes that one of the two longer variants is suitable for families, so the area offers more than one way to experience the mountain. Expect an alpine setting with broad views and enough length to make pacing important. It is a good choice for a calm, steady day on the rock, especially if you prefer a route that feels continuous from start to finish.
Getting There
01:30 h
On The Wall
02:45 h - 03:30 h
Getting Back
01:30 h
Total Duration
05:45 h - 06:30 h

Links

engelberg.ch

Map

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Elevation profile

Length
66 m
Ascent
37 m
Descent
1 m

Via Ferratas in this area

Zittergrat

Open
K4difficult
01:00 h

Brunnistöckli

Open
K2moderately easy
01:20 h

Zittergrat + Brunnistöckli

Open
K2moderately easy
02:20 h

Rigidalstockwand

Open
K3-K4moderately difficult to difficult
04:30 h

Rigidalstock

Open
K3moderately difficult
05:45 h - 06:30 h

Rigidalstockgrat

Open
K3moderately difficult
04:30 h

Rentals

  • Brunni-Bahnen

    Address Brunni-Bahnen Engelberg AG, 6390 Engelberg, Switzerland

    Brunni-Bahnen offers a via ferrata package that includes a return trip with the cable car and chairlift, rental of a via ferrata set (for individuals weighing 40 kg or more), access to four via ferrata routes, and a drink at the Berglodge restaurant Ristis or the Kräuter hut.
    Open website

Weather

    1. mostly sunny, some clouds 12.7°C
    2. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 13.7°C
    3. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 14.4°C
    4. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 14.6°C

    1. sunny 15.1°C
    2. sunny 16.9°C
    3. sunny 18.1°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 18.6°C

    1. mostly sunny, some clouds 17.4°C
    2. mostly sunny, some clouds 18.7°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 19.3°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 19.3°C

    1. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 15.6°C
    2. mostly sunny, some clouds 17.3°C
    3. partly sunny, thick passing clouds 18.1°C
    4. partly sunny, slightly stormy 17.9°C

    1. sunny 16.5°C
    2. sunny 18.6°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 19.7°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 19.4°C

    1. sunny 15.5°C
    2. mostly sunny, some clouds 18.2°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 20.1°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 20.4°C

    1. sunny 16.3°C
    2. sunny 18.8°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 20.2°C
    4. mostly sunny, some clouds 20.4°C

    1. sunny 16.7°C
    2. mostly sunny, some clouds 18.3°C
    3. mostly sunny, some clouds 19.1°C
    4. sunny intervals, chance of thunderstorms 19°C
Forecast updated: 06.08.2026 17:48
Source: MeteoSwiss