Oberiberg: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

In the area surrounding Oberiberg are Muotathal Abbey, Höch Gütsch and Schönenbüel. Muotathal Abbey therefore corresponds to an interest in cultural destinations.

For travellers who would like to rent a holiday apartment in Oberiberg, Oberiberg is the reference point for their accommodation search.

In the immediate vicinity of Oberiberg are Farenstock and Bögliegg.

In the wider regional surroundings of Oberiberg are the Männedorf Otter Enclosure, Rapperswil Abbey and St. Adelrich Church.

Geographical Location

Oberiberg is located in the Schwyz district of the canton of Schwyz on Ibergereggstrasse between Einsiedeln and Schwyz.

History

Oberiberg has a documented medieval history and a history shaped by alpine farming. Tourism developed after the village was discovered as a spa resort; a ski lift was built there in 1938.

Landscape

Oberiberg is described as a high valley at approximately 1,130 metres, with forests, alpine pastures, streams and surrounding mountain scenery.

The village is characterised by a rural setting and a traditional village character; tourism development has contributed to its economic growth.

Hiking

The Oberiberg hiking guide lists a 9.7 km circular route to Furggelenstock, with views of peaks in Central Switzerland and alpine pastures.

Nature

One listed hiking route through the moorland forests of Ibergeregg describes them as rare and endangered habitats. Ibergeregg was designated «Landscape of the Year» in 2019.

Further destinations for orientation: Schwyz, Steinen, Seewen, Arth, Muotathal, Goldau, Morschach, Rickenbach Bei Schwyz.

Back to the higher-level travel overview: Schwyz.