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Sarnen is a small historic town, a municipality, and the capital of the canton of Obwalden situated on the northern shores of Lake Sarnen (German: Sarnersee) in Switzerland. It has a population of just over 10,000 and is surrounded by countryside and mountains.
Surrounded by stunning mountain scenery and the beautiful lake with the same name, Sarnen is the perfect holiday destination.
Sarnen, capital of Obwalden Halbkanton (demicanton), central Switzerland, at the efflux of the Sarner River from the northern end of Lake Sarnen, southwest of Lucerne. In its town hall (1729–31), the Weisses Buch (“White Book”) contains the oldest chronicle extant (c. 1470) of the history of Swiss.
Lake Sarnen occupies 7.5 square kilometers in the beautiful landscape between Sarnen (a major town in the region of Obwald) and the ascent to the Brünig Pass.
Marvel at the scenery as you enjoy a leisurely cruise, take an exhilarating bike trip or go on a variety-filled hike. Sarnen's unique location also enables you to easily and quickly reach all the attractions of Central Switzerland.
Sarnen is a picturesque town located in the canton of Obwalden in central Switzerland. Situated on the shore of Lake Sarnen and surrounded by stunning mountains, it is a popular destination for visitors looking for natural beauty, outdoor activities and Swiss culture.
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The small town of Sarnen with its picturesque old town, characterised by typical wooden houses and cobbled streets, lies in the middle of an impressive mountain landscape, directly on Lake Sarnen.
Sarnen is the capital of the canton of Obwalden and sits on the shore of Lake Sarnen. Sarnen is an ideal starting point for numerous excursions by train, car or bike (including to the Bernese Oberland, Lucerne or Engelberg); a variety of sports can be practised here or in the immediate vicinity.
Sarnen is a small historic town, a municipality, and the capital of the canton of Obwalden situated on the northern shores of Lake Sarnen in Switzerland. It has a population of just over 10,000 and is surrounded by countryside and mountains. Sarnen is located 20 km south of Lucerne.
