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Rigi Lake View Walk

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  • Rigi Kulm summit
    Rigi Kulm summit
    Photo: RIGI BAHNEN AG

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    Rigi Kulm – Rigi Staffel – Staffelhöhe – Känzeli – Rigi Kaltbad

    Discover Rigi now, the gateway to the Alps. This route is very popular among hikers of all ages. You will steadily walk downhill, covering a good 300 meters of elevation loss.

    easy
    Distance 4 km
    1:10 h
    2 m
    314 m
    1,749 m
    1,435 m

    This effortless elevation hike offers you magnificent views over the Swiss plateau all the way to the Black Forest and the Vosges. Let yourself be enchanted by spectacular views down to Lake Lucerne and Lake Zug. You can expect a great pleasure with minimal effort, as the path leads steadily downhill. The panoramic view from the Känzeli viewpoint is simply fantastic. Queen Victoria of England was already there in 1868 and praised the majestic panoramic view.

    Notes

    You can find the current operating status of railways and hiking trails here.

    So that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of the Mountains, please dispose of your waste at the Rigi railway stations. Thank you.

    Author’s recommendation

    I am more than fascinated by the breathtaking view at Rigi Känzeli. There is also a barbecue area and various seating options inviting you to a snack break.

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    easy
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    easy

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    1,749 m
    Lowest point
    1,435 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 36.44%Path 63.55%
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    2.5 km
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    Rest stops

    Restaurant Bahnhöfli
    Restaurant Lok 7
    Bistro by Regina Montium
    Mark Twain Bar (Hotel Rigi Kaltbad)

    Roadbook

    Rigi Kulm (1748 m) – Rigi Staffel (1604 m) – Staffelhöhe (1565 m) – Känzeli (1464 m) – Rigi Kaltbad (1436 m)

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    Rigi Kulm mountain chapel
    Restaurant Bahnhöfli
    Rigi Staffel
    Restaurant Lok 7
    Fireplace Rotstock, Rigi Staffel
    Bistro by Regina Montium
    Gratweg barbecue area, Rigi Kaltbad
    Känzeli
    Känzeli barbecue area, Rigi Kaltbad
    Mark Twain Bar (Hotel Rigi Kaltbad)
    Mineralbad Rigi

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    You can reach Rigi Kulm station with the cogwheel train from Vitznau or Goldau.

    The hiking ticket for this hike includes the following train rides:

    • from Vitznau / Weggis to Rigi Kulm with the cogwheel train or cable car
    • from Rigi Kaltbad to Vitznau / Weggis with the cogwheel train or cable car

    The timetables of the Rigi railways can be found here.

    Directions

    Take exit A4 towards Küssnacht, Vitznau or take exit A4 Goldau.

    Parking

    Paid parking is available at the Rigi railway stations in Vitznau and Goldau A4.

    However, we recommend public transport instead of the car: lean back, enjoy, and do something good for the environment at the same time.

    Coordinates

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    2'679'447E 1'212'110N
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    47.055254, 8.484316
    DMS
    47°03'18.9"N 8°29'03.5"E
    UTM
    32T 460835 5211433
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    Equipment

    Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing recommended.

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    Difficulty
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    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    4 km
    Duration
    1:10 h
    Ascent
    2 m
    Descent
    314 m
    Highest point
    1,749 m
    Lowest point
    1,435 m
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