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Goldau – Sattel
Visorando Member
8.46 mi
+3,848 ft
-2,982 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Arth (Canton of Schwyz)
This third stage will take you from Goldau to Sattel. The route follows the Rossberg ridge. First, you’ll pass through Gnipen, where , 200 years ago, a massive rockslide formed a cone of boulders. In the heart of this rocky landscape lies the Goldau Wildlife Park. You will then climb to the Wildspitz, the highest point of the stage. As you descend towards Sattel, you’ll enjoy views over Lake Ägeri.
From Rigi Kulm to Rigi Kaltbad-First
2.79 mi
+184 ft
-1,227 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Arth (Canton of Schwyz)
This short hike is mainly downhill after the ascent by train. The return journey can be made by train or cable car. This hike offers exceptional views of Lake Lucerne.
Trip to the Rigi, scenic walk from Rigi Kulm to Wolfertschen
1.60 mi
+161 ft
-1,096 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Arth (Canton of Schwyz)
A trip to the Rigi: depart from Arth-Goldau to Rigi Kulm by cogwheel train, then enjoy a scenic walk from Rigi Kulm to Wolfertschen-first. From there, you can take the train back to Krabel and ascend in a cable car to Rigi Scheidegg, or descend directly by train to Arth-Goldau.
Rigi Kaltbad – Goldau
6.13 mi
+479 ft
-3,609 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Weggis (Canton of Lucerne)
This second stage will take you from Rigi Kaltbad to Goldau. You’ll need to join Trail No. 63 at Rigi Klösterli. This route is mainly downhill. You’ll enjoy views of Lake Zug and Lake Lauerz.
Vitznauerstock summit
6.07 mi
+3,576 ft
-3,550 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Canton of Lucerne
Starting in Vitznau, climb to the summit of the Vitznauerstock/Gersauerstock for a superb view of Lake Lucerne.
From Küssnacht am Rigi to Einsiedeln via the Schwyzer Höhenweg
40.10 mi
+13,566 ft
-12,123 ft
5 days
Difficult
Departure from Canton of Schwyz
This scenic route will take you on a journey to discover the three legendary mountains of the canton of Schwyz: the Rigi, the Rossberg and the Mythen. You’ll enjoy panoramic views of Lake Lucerne, Lake Zug, Lake Lauerz and Lake Ägeri.
Küssnacht am Rigi – Rigi Kaltbad
5.79 mi
+4,098 ft
-804 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Canton of Schwyz
This first stage will take you from Küssnacht am Rigi, on the shores of Lake Lucerne, to Rigi Kaltbad. The hike is fairly short but quite steep as you make your way up to the Rigi. At Rigi Staffel, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the Alps, Lake Lucerne, Lake Sempach and Lake Zug. The Rigi is accessible from all directions via seven cable cars and two funiculars.
Sattel – Holzegg
7.94 mi
+3,215 ft
-1,220 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Sattel (Canton of Schwyz)
This fourth stage will take you from Sattel to Holzegg. The route begins with a fairly steep climb up to Mostelberg. As you round the Angelstock and then follow the eastern slope of the Mythen, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the lakes and mountains of Central Switzerland. In Holzegg, you’ll be at the foot of the Gross Mythen. A difficult and demanding trail leads up to this summit
Unterägeri - Cham via the Alpenpanorama Weg
10.96 mi
+748 ft
-1,745 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Unterägeri (Canton of Zug)
This stage will take you from Unterägeri to Cham. You will gradually arrive at Lake Zug after a short climb to the Brunegg mountain pasture. On the way down, you will pass the pretty chapel of St. Verena. You can enjoy a lovely walk along the lake in Zug.
Morschach - Vitznau
11.12 mi
+2,457 ft
-3,045 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Canton of Schwyz
This second stage will take you from Morschach to Vitznau. As you cross Morschach, you can admire the Mythen, the two legendary peaks of the canton of Schwitz. This route offers many more views of the lake and the mountain ranges that surround it. At Brunnen, you will leave Lake Uri and follow the shores of Lake Lucerne. You will stop in the charming village of Vitznau, the departure point for the little train that climbs to the famous summit of the Rigi.
The Grosser Mythen from Holzegg
2.22 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,831 ft
2h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Schwyz (Canton of Schwyz)
The Grosser Mythen is the iconic peak of the canton of Schwyz. The ascent, with its numerous hairpin bends, is quite steep all the way to the summit. This route is reserved for experienced hikers; it requires sure-footedness and a good level of fitness. Once at the summit, you’ll enjoy a superb view of the lakes of the Four Cantons, Zug and Ägeri, as well as the Alpine peaks.
Tour of the Grosser Mythen
4.07 mi
+2,254 ft
-2,251 ft
3h 50
Difficult
Departure from Schwyz (Canton of Schwyz)
The circuit around the Grosser Mythen offers a variety of landscapes. The descent towards Mythenbad is very green. The climb up to the pass separating the two Mythen peaks (Zwüschet Mythen) is quite steep but very well maintained. Once you reach Zwüschet Mythen, you’ll be treated to a breathtaking view of the Mythen massif.
Holzegg – Einsiedeln
11.78 mi
+1,926 ft
-3,507 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Schwyz (Canton of Schwyz)
This fifth stage will take you from Holzegg to Einsiedeln. This beautiful route passes through wetlands before reaching Halbegg via wooden steps. The hike continues with the steep ascent of the Furggelenstock. An orientation board shows the peaks visible on a clear day: the Pilatus, the Säntis and also Lake Zurich. After a steep descent and a series of ups and downs, you’ll reach Butziflue. As you descend towards Einsiedeln, you’ll look out over Lake Sihl. In the distance, you’ll catch sight of the imposing Einsiedeln Abbey.
Cham - Lucerne via the Alpenpanorama Weg
14.59 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,818 ft
8h 20
Difficult
Departure from Canton of Zug
This stage will take you from Cham to Lucerne. The Michaelskreuz chapel offers a splendid view of Lake Lucerne. Gradually, as you walk along the Lucerne golf course, you will reach the shore of the Luzernersee. The magnificent lakeside promenade will take you to the old town near the famous Kappelbrücke.
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