Engelberg, Switzerland

TITLIS Tower

Website

Opened 2026

Tower Story

The Titlis Tower is a truly unique landmark, inspired by crystal formations emerging from the 3,020-meter Titlis summit—the highest peak in Central Switzerland. Its design subtly forms a Swiss cross when viewed from above, creating a strong and recognizable national symbol. Conceived by the renowned architects Herzog & de Meuron, it stands out as an iconic fusion of alpine nature, architectural innovation, and Swiss identity.

TITLIS is much more than the tower. Guests reach the summit by Rotair, the world’s first revolving cable car. The tower is sustainably built on top of an existing transmission tower, minimizing its environmental footprint. It will also host the highest Rolex boutique in the world. Due to the extreme altitude and harsh weather conditions, the project places exceptionally high demands on engineering and construction.

Observation Deck

The observatory offers a truly unique experience, combining breathtaking 360° views with a striking architectural design. Perched on one of the highest peaks of the Alps, it provides an unmatched perspective over nearby high alpine summits, with views stretching from Germany across France to Italy. Complemented by fine dining and exclusive shopping, it blends innovation, nature, and luxury in one destination.

The TITLIS Tower stands on a 3,020-meter summit, placing it high above the Alps. Thanks to its central location in Switzerland and within Europe, it offers a truly unique panoramic view across the surrounding mountain landscape. Its exposed position means it faces extreme alpine weather, making both its design and operation a remarkable engineering achievement.

Tower Adventure Elements

The Tower Adventure emphasizes the tower’s exposed position, creating a thrilling sense of height amid the dramatic alpine landscape. Surrounded by glaciers and towering peaks, visitors experience the raw beauty of the high mountains up close. At its base lies Europe’s highest suspension bridge, enhancing the sense of adventure, while the nearby ice cave leads deep into eternal glacier ice within the heart of the mountain.

Address

Gerschnistrasse 14 Engelberg, Obwalden 6390 Switzerland

Head of Marketing and Sales, Director

Sidler André Xaver

andre.sidler@titlis.ch

Facts & Statistics

Construction cost

Including Peak Station (opening 2029) 185 million USD

Construction time

3

Max people working on tower at any one time during construction

85

Inauguration date

May 28, 2026

Total height

249.25 ft; 75.97m

Observation deck height

175.8ft; 53.6m

Restaurant height

157.4 ft; 47.97m

Number of observation decks

1

Number of restaurants / bars

2

Seating capacity (restaurants / bars)

120 (2x60)

Number of stories (tower)

10

Number of stairs to the top

327

Weight

2100 Tons

Number of windows

1135 windows, 3383m2 Glass

Architects

Herzog & de Meuron, Basel, Switzerland

Engineers

Schnetzer & Puskas Engineers, Basel, Switzerland

Number of lifts

6

Lift speed

5.76 km/h; 3.6km/h

Lift capacity (persons)

15, 13, 13, 42

Lift capacity (persons per hour)

430, 550, 550, 340

Lift manufacturer

Schindler

Maximum diameter of shaft

Four separate Pillars (Stairwells, Elevator shafts)

Minimum diameter of shaft

Four separate Pillars (Stairwells, Elevator shafts)

Sway of antenna from core

Less than 1m