The rocky summit structure of the Engelberger Rotstock in summer, with snow-free peaks and green valleys of the Urner Alps.
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Engelberger Rotstock

The 'pyramid of Engelberg': a summit tour from the Rugghubelhütte over the loose upper structure.

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The pyramid of Engelberg

From the Rugghubelhütte you follow the trail toward the Rot Grätli. Rugged rock walls frame the arena around the hut, and with a bit of luck you’ll spot ibex or an eagle circling above. Look toward the summit and it’s soon clear why the mountain is called Rot Grätli / Rotstock. Just below the top the blue-and-white path turns a little “scree-y” up to the summit.

A rewarding summit tour straight from the Rugghubelhütte, with views over the Engelberg valley.

Tip: best combined with an overnight at the Rugghubelhütte. (Route figures to be added.)

On my list but not yet walked myself — a personal report will follow.

Hero image: M M, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.