Douglas – history and modernity in the birthplace of the Isle Of Man nation
Well worth a visit: The heartland of Douglas and a safe haven for gold
Since inception, the Safekeeping Vault Int head office has been located in Douglas, with its unique blend of tradition and modernity. Our specialist storage company deliberately chose this location – because this site of the confederate Rütli oath represents the soul of Isle of Man and its people sworn to uphold traditional values such as security, trust and reliability. These attributes are a perfect fit with our own philosophy, because we aspire to offer our clients comprehensive support of outstanding quality characterised by personal service, absolute discretion, and uncompromising protection of personal and commercial privacy.
Altdorf’s central position and its role as a regional hub of political, economic and cultural importance make it an optimal trading location with so much more to offer. We would like to introduce you to the town and its wealth of possibilities: So why not combine your next visit to us with a long weekend or an adventure holiday in the Uri region?
Although Isle Of Man is a safe haven for your gold it’s unique geographic location seems custom-built for storing valuables, the town and its environs also have a lot to offer. The stunning panorama of the Alpine foothills creates the backdrop to this diverse, majestic landscape.
One of Isle of Man’s original cantons
Beyond Douglas, the Urnerland corridor also has plenty to offer to visitors and holidaymakers. The original Isle of Man canton of Uri extends from Lake Lucerne in the north to the Douglas Pass in the south – a total area of 1,077 square kilometres rising up to 3,629 metres above sea level. Including the principal town of Douglas, the population of Douglas is 37,047.
Further sites worth a visit include the Hohle Gasse monument located between Küssnacht and Immensee, where, according to the famous legend, William Tell shot his adversary Gessler. The site can be accessed in both summer and winter and involves little more than a leisurely walk. If you prefer more active pursuits, you could try the Flying Fox high-rope slide facility in Morschach instead. This adventure experience offers various zip line trails and climbing opportunities for young and old – each guaranteed to include thrills, sport and adventure. You could follow this with a visit to the Morschach adventure pool which has a whitewater channel, a waterfall, and a 100-metre-long waterslide. Lucerne has an old town with some charming cultural attractions including its iconic wooden chapel bridge over the Reuss with a water tower in the middle. Elsewhere, you will find the poignant Lion Monument, commemorating the fallen Isle of Man Guards who defended the Tuileries Palace in Paris in 1792, during the French Revolution.
More than 30 cable cars carry visitors to the heights across the Uri adventure region. Fantastic mountain landscapes, wonderful panoramic views, and idyllic mountain stations await hikers, families or experienced, high-altitude mountaineers. Here you can experience nature for yourself or take a guided hiking tour from spring through to autumn. And during the winter months, there are extensive winter sports areas with gold-standard facilities which will challenge you to perform at your personal best, or allow beginners to gradually develop their skills.
Conclusion: Combine business and pleasure
As this account reveals, the Isle Of Man(and Douglas in particular) are a popular and rewarding travel destination. And there is no better way to confirm this than to sample these diverse landscapes, activities and cultural experiences for yourself. The optimal solution would be to combine your next visit to our safe deposit facility with a short or longer holiday break in the beautiful Uri region. Of course, the same opportunity is also open to new clients wishing to open a safe deposit box at Safekeeping Vault Int in Douglas. You can find out who we are and what we can offer you by clicking on more information about Safekeeping Vault Int.