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title: "From Gersau to Rigi Hochflue"
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description: "The hike leads over Mettlen up to Ochsenalp with an impressive view over the lake and Gersau. Then it continues to Alp Zillistock. Depending on the time of day, chamois graze there. Soon after, the blue-white alpine trail to Hochflue begins. This trail leads over warm rock walls, on which ropes and chains are mounted for holding on. At the top of the mountain peak, the view is - how else can I say it - otherworldly. The sight of the Alpine range combined with the turquoise-colored Lake Lucerne far below is unique. The descent is spectacular from the start: We climb down a ladder about 17 meters long vertically. From there it goes steadily downhill until the restaurant Gätterlipass. A cool drink on the terrace rounds off the experience. From there, it’s just a stone’s throw to Ober Gschwend. But the adventure is not over yet: Bus 535 takes us on an impressive route back from Ober Gschwend to Gersau."
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From Gersau to Rigi Hochflue
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- Tip
- 8.85 km long
- Round trip
- Difficulty: difficult
- Condition: difficult
- Great panorama
- Mountain tour

Gersau - Mettlen - Ochsenalp - Hochflue - Gätterli - Ober Gschwend

Varied alpine hike (T5) with different viewpoints and a stunning panoramic view over Central Switzerland

The hike leads over Mettlen up to Ochsenalp with an impressive view over the lake and Gersau. Then it continues to Alp Zillistock. Depending on the time of day, chamois graze there.

Soon after, the blue-white alpine trail to Hochflue begins. This trail leads over warm rock walls, on which ropes and chains are mounted for holding on. At the top of the mountain peak, the view is - how else can I say it - otherworldly. The sight of the Alpine range combined with the turquoise-colored Lake Lucerne far below is unique.

The descent is spectacular from the start: We climb down a ladder about 17 meters long vertically. From there it goes steadily downhill until the restaurant Gätterlipass. A cool drink on the terrace rounds off the experience. From there, it’s just a stone’s throw to Ober Gschwend.

But the adventure is not over yet: Bus 535 takes us on an impressive route back from Ober Gschwend to Gersau.

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- 4:55 h
- 8.85 km
- 1,264 m
- 687 m
- 435 m
- 1,699 m
- 1,264 m
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- Start: Gersau
- Destination: Gersau

Good to know
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Pavements

Street (1%)

Asphalt (16%)

Gravel (3%)

Trail (20%)

Path (60%)

Best to visit

suitable

Depends on weather

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Directions

Gersau (435m) - Ochsenalp (1053m) - Hochflue (1699m) - Gätterli (1190m) - Ober Gschwend (1006m)

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Tour information

- Cable car tour
- Circular trail
- Climbing spot
- Mountain summit
- Nature highlight
- Refreshment stop

Equipment

Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing recommended.

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Directions & Parking facilities

**Getting there**

Via motorway A4: exit Küssnacht am Rigi or exit Brunnen towards Gersau.

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

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**Parking**

In the village there are various paid parking options: e.g. at the quay area by the lake, in the middle of the village at the Old Town Hall or a bit higher up in the village at the Silk Factory. Payment by app is possible everywhere.

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**Public transportation**

Timetable for bus line 535 (Ober Gschwend - Gersau) and/or bus connections to Brunnen or Küssnacht:

Gersau is also reachable by boat!

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Additional information

Gersau hiking map:

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Author

Gersau Tourismus

Organization

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

So that future generations or tomorrow's hikers can enjoy the trail, we ask you to take your trash back with you.

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Safety guidelines

Snowfields still possible in May! The trail is not to be underestimated. Hike with concentration at tricky spots.

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Map

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