Hike across the cantonal border

Tip
2.23 km long
Difficulty: easy
Condition: very easy
Great panorama
Hike
  • 0:40 h
  • 2.23 km
  • 2 m
  • 242 m
  • 1,555 m
  • 1,797 m
  • 242 m
  • Start: Rigi Kulm
  • Destination: Rigi Staffelhöhe

Rigi Kulm - Rigi Staffel - Rigi Staffelhöhe

The scenic hike leads steadily downhill and offers deep views of numerous lakes, mountains, and the Central Plateau.

This high altitude hike starts just under 1,800 meters above sea level. The hiking trail is very wide and easily accessible with a stroller.

The hike can also be done in the opposite direction.

Notes

The current operating status of the railways and hiking trails can be found here.

To ensure future generations can also enjoy the queen of the mountains, we kindly ask you to dispose of your waste at the Rigi Bahnen stations. Thank you.

Good to know

Pavements

Asphalt
Trail
Path

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Rigi Kulm (1797 m) - Rigi Staffel (1604 m) - Rigi Staffelhöhe (1550 m)

Tour information

  • Nature Highlight

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Hiking shoes with good tread or trekking shoes, rain jacket, drink, food, possibly poles.

Directions & Parking facilities

Exit A4 towards Küssnacht, follow signs to Vitznau.

You can reach the stations Rigi Kulm or Rigi Staffelhöhe by cogwheel railway from Vitznau. 

At the Rigi Bahnen station in Vitznau, paid parking is available.

More information about arrival and parking

We recommend public transport instead of car: Sit back, enjoy, and do something good for the environment at the same time.

You can reach the Rigi Kulm station by the cogwheel railway from Vitznau. 

Here is the timetable

Author

Gäste-Service Rigi

Organization

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

At the Kräuterhotel Edelweiss I enjoy the excellent natural cuisine with many products from the hotel's own garden.

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Contact

Hike across the cantonal border
6410 Goldau