Furggelenstock

Tip
9.70 km long
Round trip
Difficulty: medium
Condition: medium
Hike
  • 3:40 h
  • 9.70 km
  • 607 m
  • 607 m
  • 1,090 m
  • 1,656 m
  • 566 m
  • Start: Valley station of the Brunni-Holzegg cable car
  • Destination: Valley station of the Brunni-Holzegg cable car

On the circular hike to Furggelenstock, you will discover beautiful landscapes and traditional alpine farms.

The route to Furggelenstock is perfect for hiking enthusiasts looking for a unique experience away from the crowded paths. The circular hike starts at Brunni and initially leads up to Holzegg. From there, the route continues over Müsli Egg up to Furggelenstock. Once at the top, you enjoy a wonderful panoramic view. Shortly after the summit, you can see the Alp Furggelen with its traditional alpine farm. In the summer months, alpine products such as alpine cheese are offered at the mountain inn. The sun terrace invites you to a cozy moment and offers a fantastic view of the Mythen massif.

Good to know

Pavements

Street
Asphalt
Gravel
Trail
Path

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Brunni - Holzegg - Müsli Egg - Zwäcken - Halbegg - Schindleggen - Furggelenstock - Alp Furggelen - Brunni

Tour information

  • Loop Road

  • Nature Highlight

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Hiking shoes with good grip or trekking shoes, rain jacket, drink, food, possibly sticks.

Directions & Parking facilities

From Zurich:
A3 (Zurich–Chur) towards Chur, Richterswil motorway exit, via Samstagern, Biberbrugg to Einsiedeln. In Einsiedeln village turn right towards Alpthal / Brunni.

From Schwyz:
A8 towards Biberbrugg. Via Sattel, Rothenthurm, Biberbrugg to Einsiedeln. In Einsiedeln village turn right towards Alpthal / Brunni.

From Zug:
Via Menzingen, Hütten, Biberbrugg to Einsiedeln. In Einsiedeln village turn right towards Alpthal / Brunni.

There is a parking lot directly at the valley station of the Brunni-Holzegg cable car.

By bus from Einsiedeln railway station to Brunni-Alpthal to the final stop.

SBB timetable

Author

Einsiedeln-Ybrig-Zürichsee Tourismus

Organization

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Enjoy a break at the Alpwirtschaft Furggelen.

Nearby

Contact

Furggelenstock
8849 Alpthal