Switzerland Schaftal
This is a great place for wild flowers in early July. The Northern part of the valley is very quiet and offers great views of the lakes underneath.
Photography Tips
Wide angle or macro lens if you are into flower photography
Travel Information
You can reach this spot either from Engelberg (cable car to Trübsee, change for chair lift to Jochpass, then hike along the Northern part to Schaftal towards Chringel/Bonistock). Alternatively walk up from Melchsee-Frutt via Bonistock. From Jochpass via Bonistock to Melchsee-Frutt will take around 4 hours. You need proper hiking gear, food and drink and some experience, although the path is not very difficult. Between Chringen and Bonistock the path is sometimes exposed.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Nearly no other people
Best Timing
Daytime in summer
Sunrise & Sunset
07:38 - 16:47
| current local time: 11:14
Photo Themes
Mountains
wildflowers
Locations
Melchseefrutt
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