Regions & Partners

Discover the diverse regions of Nidwalden in the heart of Central Switzerland. Nidwalden has over 43,000 inhabitants and 11 municipalities.
In Nidwalden you will find over 40 mountain railways, a lively village life and idyllic holiday resorts on Lake Lucerne.

 

Stansstad and Kehrsiten

Stansstad and Kehrsiten are located directly on Lake Lucerne. High above is the famous Bürgenstock with the Felsenweg and Hammetschwand lift.

 

Stans

In Stans you will find a lively village centre, museums and a rich cultural offering. A visit to the local mountain, the Stanserhorn, is always worthwhile.

 

Oberdorf - Maria Rickenbach

Peace, nature and relaxation can be found in the pilgrimage site of Maria-Rickenbach with its small monastery village. The place of power belongs to the municipality of Oberdorf.

 

Hergiswil

Hergiswil is located directly on Lake Lucerne at the foot of Mount Pilatus and offers great excursion options for groups, families and individuals. The Glasi Hergiswil is one of the most popular attractions in Nidwalden.

 

Ennetmoos

Ennetmoos offers a beautiful natural landscape and hides one or two legendary stories. In 1798, the French raid took place on the Allweg. A monument honours the brave fighters.

Buochs-Ennetbürgen

The lakeside communities of Buochs and Ennetbürgen offer a wide range of activities for water sports enthusiasts, hikers and art lovers.

 

Dallenwil - Wirzweli

Above Dallenwil is the Wiesenberg-Wirzweli hiking area and family paradise with a large children's playground and family-friendly hikes.

 

Emmetten

High above Lake Lucerne, in Emmetten, you will find an oasis of peace and active relaxation. From Emmetten, you can go even further up to the Stockhütte or Niederbauen.

 

Beckenried

In Beckenried, directly on the lake, cosy hotel terraces invite you to take a break. A cable car takes you from Beckenried up to the Klewenalp excursion mountain.

 

Wolfenschiessen

An insider tip! Numerous mountain railways and chairlifts provide access to the surrounding mountains and transport guests to wonderful places of relaxation.