- 4:25 h
- 7.24 km
- 700 m
- 400 m
- 1,090 m
- 1,656 m
- 566 m
- Start: Brunni
- Destination: Holzegg
At the start in Brunni, the Great Mythen dominates a considerable part of the view. We hike uphill through the quiet nature – sometimes through open terrain, sometimes through forest sections. Over Alp Furggelen, we reach the highest point of the route: the Furggelenstock. The panoramic maps on the viewing platform help to identify the many peaks of the Ybrig area and the Muotathal mountains.
Now the descent towards Zwäcken begins. Here the path leads through the ski area of the Mythen region. On broad winter hiking trails, it goes towards Holzegg. With the Great Mythen right in front, we tilt our heads back to see its peak. Looking down, the view sweeps over the Schwyz valley basin and Lake Lucerne.
For the return trip to Brunni, snowshoes and cable car are available options. Back at the starting point, at the bus stop or parking lots, the last glance before heading home falls again on the Great Mythen.
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
Brunni – Furggelen – Brunni, Holzegg
Tour information
Loop Road
Mountain Railway Tour
Stop at an Inn
Summit
Equipment
Recommended equipment for snowshoe hikers:
Snowshoes, winter shoes (good hiking boots), depending on weather conditions wind jacket, sweater, gloves, hat, sunglasses, gaiters, and hiking poles
For longer routes, backpack with drink and provisions
Recommended map 1:25000, compass, GPS if available
First aid kit and any necessary medications
Directions & Parking facilities
A3 towards Feusisberg - Biberbrugg - Einsiedeln - Alpthal - Brunni
A4 exit Schwyz - Rothenthurm - Einsiedeln - Alpthal - Brunni
At the valley station of the Holzegg cable car
From Einsiedeln train station by bus to Alpthal - Brunni
Author
Region Ybrig
Organization
Region Ybrig
Safety guidelines
For your safety – stay on the route!
SVS snowshoe routes are marked, signaled, avalanche-safe, and environmentally friendly.
Order snowshoe maps from the Swiss Snowshoe Association (www.s-v-s.ch)
Attention:
Leaving the route in the nature reserve and hunting ban areas is prohibited!
Avalanche situation:Â
If the snow situation is uncertain, we recommend consulting the avalanche bulletin. Every winter sports participant is responsible for themselves and uses the official snow routes at their own risk.
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