Älggialp

Älggialp is the geographical center of Switzerland, which was determined using state-of-the-art measuring methods in 1988 to mark the 150th anniversary of the Swiss Topography.

As the actual center is located in a steep rock face, the center has been shifted 500 meters to the southeast compared to the calculation. A triangulation pyramid marks the center. The local Steinmanndli club built a wall around it in the shape of Switzerland. From the small hill near the Älggi mountain inn, you can look out over the alpine pastures and the surrounding mountains and enjoy the view of the Central Plateau.

The Äggialp can be reached by car, bike or on foot. The road from Blatten can only be used alternately at weekends and on public holidays.

Please note the special traffic regulations on the Älggialp. On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays there is one-way traffic on the last 5 km.

• Uphill journeys at even hours:
  e.g. 08.00, 10.00, 12.00, 14.00, 16.00
• Descents at odd hours:
  e.g. 09.00, 11.00, 13.00, 15.00, 17.00

A narrow and well-surfaced mountain road leads from Sachseln to the Älggialp. The mountain road can be used by minibuses with a capacity of up to 14 people.

The alp is in hibernation from mid-October to June. No winter service is provided during this period. During this time, the infrastructure is also shut down accordingly (no toilets, no water).