Sachseln Tunnel, Sachseln

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The Sachseln Tunnel is a tunnel in the Swiss canton of Obwalden. It runs to the south-east of the Lake of Sarnen between Giswil and Sarnen, bypassing the old road along the lake side, and forms part of the A8 motorway. The tunnel was completed in 1997 and is 5,231 metres long. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 46°51'34"N, 8°14'3"E

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Sachseln Tunnel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lungern, Lake Lungern, Rudenz Castle, Lake Sarnen.

6.5 miSW
Winter sport, Ski area
Lungern
166 min walk • Tucked away in the heart of Switzerland's picturesque Obwalden canton, Lungern is a hidden gem that boasts a serene ski area perfect for those seeking a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of more crowded resorts.
5.4 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Lungern
137 min walk • Lake Lungern is a natural lake in Obwalden, Switzerland which is named after the town Lungern on its shore. The lake is drained by the Sarner Aa river, which flows through the Sarnersee and into Lake Lucerne.
3 miSW
Forts and castles
Rudenz Castle, Giswil
77 min walk • Rudenz Castle is a ruined castle atop a hill in the municipality of Giswil in the canton of Obwalden in Switzerland. The castle and surroundings are a Swiss heritage site of national significance.
1 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Sarnen
25 min walk • Lake Sarnen is a lake in the Swiss canton of Obwalden. The lake is on the Sarner Aa, which flows out of the Lake Lungern, through the Lake Sarnen, and into Lake Lucerne.
4.6 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Wichelsee
118 min walk • Wichelsee is a lake in Obwalden, Switzerland. Its surface area is 22 ha. The reservoir is located in the municipalities of Alpnach and Sarnen. It formed after the Sarner Aa was dammed in 1955. The area around the lake was protected in 2005.
4.2 miSW
Forts and castles
Rosenberg Castle
107 min walk • Rosenberg Castle is a ruined castle in the municipality of Giswil in the canton of Obwalden in Switzerland.
6.6 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Rotsandnollen
168 min walk • The Rotsandnollen is a mountain of the Urner Alps, located between Melchsee-Frutt and Engelberg in Central Switzerland. The summit is located on the border between the cantons of Nidwalden and Obwalden.
2.5 miN
Forts and castles
Witch Tower, Sarnen
65 min walk • The Hexenturm is a stone tower in the municipality of Sarnen in the canton of Obwalden in Switzerland. It is a Swiss heritage site of national significance. The name refers to it being used as a prison for suspected witches in the 17th century. Today it houses the Cantonal Archives of Obwalden.
5.1 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Haupt Mountain
130 min walk • The Haupt is a mountain of the Urner Alps, located between the Klein Melchtal and the Melchtal in the canton of Obwalden. Its east side consists of steep limestone cliffs overlooking Stöckalp and Melchsee-Frutt. On its west side it overlooks the Älggi-Alp.
5 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Nünalphorn
127 min walk • The Nünalphorn is a mountain of the Urner Alps, located on the border between the Swiss cantons of Nidwalden and Obwalden. It is located between the valleys of Melchtal and Engelberg.
3.5 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Heitlistock
90 min walk • The Heitlistock is a mountain of the Urner Alps, located between the Klein Melchtal and the Melchtal in the canton of Obwalden. It is situated west of Stöckalp.