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Winter Hiking recommended route Winter Hiking  · Luzern - Vierwaldstättersee

Rigi First Circular route

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    Rigi Kaltbad - Rigi First - Rigi Kaltbad 

    The First route is an easy yet scenic hiking trail that leads through the magical Rigi winter wonderland.

    easy
    Distance 2.4 km
    0:30 h
    57 m
    57 m
    1,493 m
    1,437 m

    The easy-to-walk path takes you from the village square of Kaltbad to Rigi First. On the flat and very easily walkable path with wonderful views of Lake Lucerne, special attention is due to the reformed mountain church by Zurich architect Ernst Giesel as well as the typical snow-covered conglomerate cliffs. From the sunny terrace at First, the idyllic upper First path leads back to Kaltbad. A delightful circular route without any exertion.

    Notes

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

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

    Author’s recommendation

    I can warmly recommend a stay at the Mineral Bath & Spa Rigi Kaltbad to conclude the hike.

    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Landscape
    Highest point
    1,493 m
    Lowest point
    1,437 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 45.67%Dirt road 6.87%Forested/wild trail 47.44%
    Asphalt
    1.1 km
    Dirt road
    168 m
    Forested/wild trail
    1.2 km
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    Rest stops

    Hotel Rigi Kaltbad
    Restaurant Sunset (Hotel Rigi Kaltbad)
    Mark Twain Bar (Hotel Rigi Kaltbad)
    Hotel Restaurant Alpina
    Hotel Rigi-First
    Bergsonne

    Safety information

    Please always follow the marked winter hiking trails.

    Roadbook

    Rigi Kaltbad (1436 m) - Rigi First (1453 m) - Rigi Kaltbad (1436 m)

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    Hotel Rigi Kaltbad
    Mineralbad Rigi
    Restaurant Sunset (Hotel Rigi Kaltbad)
    Mark Twain Bar (Hotel Rigi Kaltbad)
    Service centre Rigi Kaltbad
    Hotel Restaurant Alpina
    Hotel Rigi-First
    Bergsonne

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    Rigi Kaltbad, the starting point of the hike, is accessible via Vitznau by cogwheel train or by cable car from Weggis.

    Here is the timetable.

    Directions

    From the A4 exit Küssnacht towards Weggis - Vitznau

    From the A4 exit Brunnen towards Vitznau - Weggis

    Parking

    Paid parking is available at the Rigi Bahn stations.

    More info on arrival and parking

    However, we recommend public transport instead of a car: sit back, enjoy, and also do something good for the environment.

    Coordinates

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    2'678'116E 1'210'853N
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    47.044112, 8.466587
    DMS
    47°02'38.8"N 8°27'59.7"E
    UTM
    32T 459480 5210204
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    Equipment

    Good winter equipment: hiking boots with good tread, rain jacket, drink, food, possibly poles.

    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

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    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    2.4 km
    Duration
    0:30 h
    Ascent
    57 m
    Descent
    57 m
    Highest point
    1,493 m
    Lowest point
    1,437 m
    Public-transport-friendly Round trip Scenic Refreshment stops available Family-friendly Cableway ascent/descent Way cleared Groomed snow

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