The Seebodenalp is a popular hiking paradise above Küssnacht, situated on a sunny terrace at 1,020 metres above sea level. At its feet lies the sparkling Lake Lucerne, while the majestic Mount Rigi rises high above. Surrounded by forests, the alpine plateau is easily reached by the Küssnacht–Seebodenalp aerial cable car. Traditional mountain restaurants invite visitors to relax and enjoy local specialities before or after the hike.
This circular hike starts on the Seebodenalp and initially follows well-maintained trails uphill towards Rigi Staffel. This section is demanding and requires a good level of fitness, but rewards hikers with diverse alpine scenery and increasingly impressive views along the way.
From Rigi Staffel, the route continues to Rigi Känzeli, where breathtaking views of Lake Lucerne and the mountains of Central Switzerland await. The trail then descends through cool mountain forests to Alp Ruodisegg.
The final section follows the scenic moraine trail back to the Seebodenalp. Combining a challenging ascent, magnificent panoramas, shaded woodland paths and welcoming alpine inns, this circular hike offers a varied and memorable experience on the Queen of the Mountains.
Notes
You can find the current operating status of the cable cars and hiking trails here.
To ensure that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of the Mountains, please dispose of your rubbish at the stations or take it home with you. Thank you.
- 3:40 h
- 9.42 km
- 588 m
- 588 m
- 1,018 m
- 1,606 m
- 588 m
- Start: Küssnacht - Seebodenalp
- Destination: Seebodenalp - Küssnacht
Pavements
- Asphalt (13%)Trail (61%)Path (26%)
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Directions
Seebodenalp (1020 m) – Alp Ruodisegg (1040 m) - Alp Räb (1124 m) – Chänzeli (1464 m) – Staffelhöhe (1537 m) - Rigi Staffel (1604 m) – Seebodenalp (1020 m)
Tour information
Circular trail
Nature highlight
Refreshment stop
Equipment
Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing. Possibly hiking poles. Food and drinks for the way.
Directions & Parking facilities
- Getting thereTake the A4 motorway to the Küssnacht exit towards Weggis - Vitznau. Paid parking is available at the outskirts of Küssnacht.Parking
At the valley station of the Küssnacht-Seebodenalp aerial cableway, paid parking spaces are available.
However, we recommend public transport instead of a car: sit back, enjoy, and do something good for the environment.
Public transportationAccessible by train and bus.
Continuous service during high guest frequency. To the timetable
Additional information
To ensure that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of the Mountains, please take your rubbish home with you. Thank you.
Author
Rita Baggenstos
Organization
Schwyzer Wanderwege
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
I won’t miss something delicious from the kitchen of the Ruodisegg alpine farm before the hike starts.
