Glass Igloo Furgelen with Hot Tub
Breathtaking panorama and mystical tranquility
Enjoy the hot water in the hot tub after an eventful trip.
The journey to the glass igloo is an adventure in itself. Either by cable car or on foot along the dialect path.
For the unique experience in our glass igloo you can book the following additional services:
♡ Fondue basket
♡ Delicious breakfast
♡ Urner white wine
♡ Cable car rides
We and the Bissig family are already looking forward to seeing you!
Prices &
Availability
CHF 340.- for 2 people aged 10 and over / night including cleaning, bed linen and a wonderful view of Lake Lucerne. (Dogs are not allowed)
The glass igloo can be booked from Monday to Saturday. No overnight stays are possible from Sunday to Monday (closed day)
You are welcome to book the following additional services directly from your local partner :
♡ Train tickets CHF 7.00 per trip and person
♡ Fondue basket CHF 51.00 for 2 people
♡ Urner white wine CHF 35.00 for 0.5 l bottle
♡ Breakfast basket CHF 34.00 for 2 people
The prices include VAT and tourist taxes.
Dogs are not allowed in the Furgelen glass igloo.
Please communicate with local partners in German.
Furnishing
♡ Glass igloo (3.6m diameter with door and 3 windows, made of plexiglass)
♡ Double bed (140x200cm)
♡ Down duvet & two pillows / wool blankets
♡ Small table with two chairs indoors
♡ Wooden table with bench in the outdoor area
♡ Solar lights
♡ Toilets with running drinking water and shower (directly in the residential building behind the glass igloo)
♡ Hot tub (to heat yourself) / terry towels and bathrobes are available
♡ Electricity is available in the glass igloo
♡ Small fridge including drinks (payment on site)
Location & Host
Augustin und Sarah Bissig
Untere Furgelen
6461 Isenthal
Arrival- Departure
Check-in is possible from 4:00 p.m
After booking, we will send a detailed fact sheet with all the important information for your overnight stay in the glass igloo.
Check-out must take place by 9:30 a.m. at the latest
We ask you to close all windows and the door and to leave the accommodation as you would like to find it.
The Furgelen is at 1200 meters above sea level. located directly above Isenthal with a fantastic view of Lake Lucerne.
The glass igloo can only be reached on foot or reach by cable car. There is no public road.
The cable car station is located slightly above the “Isenthal, Weid-Furggelen” post bus stop. Free parking spaces are also available at the Postbus stop.
The glass igloo can be hiked from the post bus stop via the wonderful “Uri dialect hiking trail”.
If you want to travel by cable car, please arrange with the Bissig family the evening before your arrival at what time you want to use the cable car. Since the train is privately operated, the operation must be agreed upon in advance.
meals
Dinner (by reservation):
We would be happy to spoil you in the glass igloo with a delicious fondue basket upon prior order.
The fondue basket contains a fine Urner cheese fondue, homemade bread and a pot of hot "Uner herbal tea".
Price for 2 people: CHF 51.00
Breakfast (upon reservation):
Before departure, the pre-ordered breakfast basket can be enjoyed directly at the glass igloo.
The basket contains: homemade bread, butter, jam, homemade sausages, Isenthal cheese and 1 pot of coffee (self-service tea).
Price for 2 people: CHF 34.00
Urner white wine:
To go with your fondue, you can order a bottle of Uri white wine.
Price per bottle (0.5l): CHF 35.00
All necessary dishes will of course be provided.
IMPORTANT: Please make reservations at least 2 days before arrival directly by email to bissigsarah@bluewin.ch If you have a food allergy, gluten or lactose intolerance or similar, please let us know.
self-catering
A raclette set and a small, handy grill are available for your use. There are no public fire pits nearby.
Please note that there is an absolute fire ban in the entire area around the Urner Mundartweg.
We would be happy to welcome you soon!