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Silenen walks
Loop starting from Silenen, above Amsteg, canton of Uri.
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10.64 mi
+3,547 ft
-5,394 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Silenen (Canton of Uri)
This loop can be completed in a day, but it is more comfortable to spend the night in the welcoming Windgällenhütte. A beautiful balcony trail once you have crossed the very steep Bockistock corridor. The steep climb is then rewarded. Swimming is possible in the charming little Golzerensee lake.
From Flüelen to Vitznau on the shores of Lake Lucerne
18.46 mi
+5,938 ft
-5,892 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Canton of Uri
This two-day route will give you a glimpse of the beauty of Lake Lucerne. The route offers numerous viewpoints overlooking the lake. You will admire the Glockspiel de Tellsplatte, Switzerland's largest carillon. You will end this hike in Vitznau, a charming village and the starting point for the little train that climbs to the top of the Rigi.
Flüelen - Morschach
7.34 mi
+3,481 ft
-2,848 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Canton of Uri
This first stage will take you from Flüelen to Morschach. Flüelen is located at the southern end of Lake Uri at the mouth of the Reuss. This route offers numerous views of the lake and the mountain ranges bordering it. On this route, you will discover the Glockspiel de Tellsplatte, the largest carillon in Switzerland. You will also admire the Tellskapelle chapel on the lake shore.
Tour of the Göscheneralpsee via Damahütte
7.23 mi
+3,199 ft
-3,215 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Göschenen (Canton of Uri)
If you want to hike in the high mountains and discover a beautiful Swiss glacial lake, this is for you: Tour of the Göscheneralpsee (lake with dam) and overnight stay at the Dammahütte, a small, friendly refuge with 20 beds at an altitude of 2,440 metres.
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Tour of the Göscheneralpsee - Ascent to the Dammahütte
3.25 mi
+2,687 ft
-584 ft
3h 50
Difficult
Departure from Göschenen (Canton of Uri)
The first stage of this two-day circuit involves climbing up to the Damahütte via a path on the southern shore of the lake.
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.
Tour of the Göscheneralpsee - Descent via the Panorama trail
3.98 mi
+512 ft
-2,657 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Göschenen (Canton of Uri)
The second stage of this circuit starts at the Dammahütte and follows a "Panorama" trail through a glacial cirque, then continues along the northern shore of the lake.
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.
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.
The Klewenstock circuit
1.85 mi
+846 ft
-997 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Beckenried (Nidwalden)
A very simple hike that takes you around the Klewenstock mountain. This walk allows you to admire the scenery and the flowers, with lovely little signs to help you learn to identify them!
Gottardo Passo - Andermatt
8.02 mi
+108 ft
-2,228 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Airolo (Ticino)
This second stage will take you to the charming village of Andermatt. Descending from the Passo Gottardo, you will follow the Gotthardreuss to Hospental, which joins the Furkareuss to form the Reuss. You will quickly leave theItalian-speaking canton of Ticinoand enter the German-speaking canton of Uri. Andermatt is a renowned winter sports resort.
From Airolo to Andermatt via the Via Gottardo
12.12 mi
+3,261 ft
-2,267 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Airolo (Ticino)
A superb route that crosses the famous St Gotthard Pass. You will set off from Airolo, a pretty Italian-speaking village, and arrive at the famous German-speaking resort of Andermatt. You will spend a night at the Ospizio del San Gottardo. This pass, which is very busy during the day with numerous tourists, quickly returns to calm and tranquillity in the evening.
Airolo - Gottardo Passo
4.10 mi
+3,136 ft
-39 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from Airolo (Ticino)
This first stage will take you to the St Gotthard Pass. The village of Airolo is located at the foot of two major Swiss passes: the Nufenen Pass and the Gottardo Passo. The climb to St Gotthard is challenging, with an elevation gain of nearly 1,000 metres over less than seven kilometres. At times, the trail follows the old St Gotthard road, which is entirely paved all the way to the pass.
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.
Goldau – Sattel
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.
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.
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.