Brunni - Grosse Mythen

Tip
3.34 km long
Difficulty: medium
Condition: medium
Great panorama
Hike
The Grosse Mythen has an alpine character, yet the mountain can be easily climbed. The reward for the hike is a sensational panoramic view with tens of hundreds of mountain peaks.

The two Mythen majestically tower over the town of Schwyz and from the rear side over the Alpthal. With the Holzegg aerial cableway, you can get from Brunni/Alpthal to the starting point: Holzegg at the foot of the Grosse Mythen. Here begins the entry to the Mythen mountain path. Therefore, the place is ideal for a last break (fireplace, Holzegg restaurant). The ascent to the Grosse Mythen is relatively steep and should be approached with good footwear. Caution is advised in wet weather. The slippery stones can be very dangerous. The ascent opens up a wonderful panoramic view. Once on the summit, all efforts are forgotten. A breathtaking panoramic view of the Alpine mountain peaks, the Schwyz valley basin, the Central Swiss lakes and the expanse of the Swiss plateau will leave you amazed. Between April and November, the summit restaurant is open daily in nice weather (when the Swiss flag is hoisted).

  • 1:20 h
  • 3.34 km
  • 837 m
  • 46 m
  • 1,099 m
  • 1,890 m
  • 791 m
  • Start: Brunni, Alpthal
  • Destination: Brunni, Alpthal

Good to know

Pavements

Unknown
Path

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Tour information

  • Mountain Railway Tour

  • Stop at an Inn

  • Summit

Equipment

Good footwear and surefootedness are important.

Directions & Parking facilities

By car via Einsiedeln to Trachslau - Alpthal - Brunni
Sufficient parking spaces at the Brunni valley station

By train to Einsiedeln and bus to Alpthal-Brunni.

Additional information

Information about the Grosse Mythen on the homepage: Grosser Mythen

Author

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Organization

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

After a successful summit ascent and descent - stop at the Skihaus Holzegg with a beautiful sun terrace. 5 minutes from Holzegg towards Rotenflue. A unique experience is the sunrise on the Grosse Mythen.

Safety guidelines

Narrow, rocky mountain path. Preferably keep to the mountain side. Not recommended for small children. The Mythenweg is exposed but well developed and well secured at the critical points.

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