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Engelberg Abbey was a major power and controlled the parishes in Obwalden

Obwalden is a small area in the middle of Switzerland. It is one of the 26 cantons, which are like states or regions in Switzerland. About 33,300 people lived here in 2004. The main town and capital of Obwalden is Sarnen.

Geography of Obwalden

Obwalden is known for its beautiful lakes. Some of the lakes you can find here include parts of Lake Lucerne, Lake Sarnen, Lungerersee, Wichelsee, Tannensee, and Melchsee. These lakes are great for enjoying nature and water activities.

Towns and Villages

Karte Gemeinden des Kantons Obwalden
Municipalities of Canton Obwalden

Obwalden has seven main towns and villages, which are called municipalities. They are:

Images for kids

  • Bendicht Tschachtlan, Die Schlacht am Morgarten (c. 1470)

    Battle of Morgarten from the Tschachtlanchronik of 1470

  • Amstaldenhandel

    The Amstalden Affair. The picture shows in the back, under the tree, Peter Amstalden in a conspiratorial meeting to rebel against Lucerne with the support of Obwalden.

  • Karte Helvetik 3

    The Helvetic Republic in 1798/99 with the short-lived Canton of Waldstätten

  • TitlisgletscherSommer

    Mt. Titlis Glacier

  • Sarnen-See

    Sarnen town on Lake Sarnen

  • Engelberg as seen while descending 'Mt titlis' by cable car.(thursday 20-5-2010).

    Engelberg town from Mt. Titlis cable car

  • Karte Gemeinden des Kantons Obwalden 2007

    Municipalities of Canton Obwalden

  • Engelberg 01

    View from Engelberg, to the summit of Hahnen.

  • Picswiss OW-26-46

    St. Theodul Catholic Church in Sachseln. The majority of the residents of Obwalden are Roman Catholic.

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