Orienteering on the Appenberg
Where to go next? Armed with a map and a bit of ingenuity, set out to find the next checkpoints. Whether on the Appenberg grounds, the high plateau, or in the forest: three different orienteering courses will get you moving and put your instincts to the test. From a leisurely start to a athletic challenge, there’s something for everyone.
Three options, three difficulty levels: Depending on the time you have available and the level of challenge you’re looking for, choose the right orienteering course for your team. All options are supervised and begin with a brief introduction to orienteering and how to read a map.
Try Orienteering
Perfect for anyone who wants to try orienteering. On the Appenberg grounds, you’ll search for the various checkpoints either on your own or in small groups. There’s no time pressure—just the joy of discovery.
Experience Orienteering
This takes you a little further out! On the Appenberg plateau, you'll put your sense of direction to the test. You can participate individually or in small groups, and we can time your run if you'd like.
Orienteering as a Challenge
Now it's time to show your stamina, sense of direction, and smarts! A more challenging orienteering course awaits you in the Appenberg Forest. Who will find the best route and reach the finish line first? We can time the race upon request.
Keynote Presentation: “Navigating Life”
What do orienteering and everyday work life have in common? More than you might think! In an engaging keynote presentation, a prominent figure from the world of elite orienteering shares insights into their experiences and highlights what really matters: finding your bearings, making decisions, and consistently pursuing your goals. Inspiring food for thought for your own professional life—available upon request.
Number of people
The event can accommodate 5 to 100 people.
Duration
Try Orienteering: 1 hour
Experience Orienteering: 1.5 hours
Orienteering as a Challenge: 2 hours
Keynote presentation: 30–45 minutes
Price
Orienteering Trial: flat rate of CHF 250; CHF 20 per additional person starting with the 11th person
Experience Orienteering: flat rate of CHF 350; CHF 20 per additional person starting with the 11th person. Timekeeping: flat rate of CHF 100
Orienteering as a challenge: flat fee of CHF 450; CHF 20 per additional person starting with the 11th person. Timekeeping: flat fee of CHF 100
Keynote presentation: CHF 500 to CHF 1,500, depending on the speaker's availability (Simon Niggli-Luder, Matthias Niggli, and others)
Season
These activities are available year-round, except during thunderstorms or storms, when the program is canceled.
Location/Starting Point
The program events will take place as follows:
Try Orienteering: On the Hotel Grounds
Experience Orienteering: On the Hotel Grounds and in the Surrounding Area
Orienteering as a Challenge: in the woods right next to Appenberg
The keynote presentation will take place in the respective seminar room on Appenberg.
Provider
Matthias Niggli is an experienced orienteering organizer, a former top-level runner, and the head of competitive sports at Swiss Orienteering. For him, orienteering is a sport for life, one that he continues to practice with great enthusiasm to this day. Drawing on his experience and passion, he designs varied orienteering courses that focus on physical activity, discovery, and the joy of sharing the experience together.
Offsetting
For events organized via Appenberg, we charge a flat fee of CHF 60 for organizational services.