HikingMiracle Schwyz: Rigi Burggeist

Tip
9.78 km long
Round trip
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Hike
  • 4:00 h
  • 9.78 km
  • 668 m
  • 668 m
  • 974 m
  • 1,642 m
  • 668 m
  • Start: Rigi Scheidegg
  • Destination: Rigi Scheidegg

Rigi Scheidegg - Burggeist - Gätterli - Obergschwend - Obermatt - Burggeist - Rigi Scheidegg

A scenic hike awaits you with many moments to linger on the historic ground of the Gersau district.

Off the well-trodden paths, you explore the idyllic south side of Rigi. The descent and ascent are somewhat steep, but you will experience Rigi from a completely new perspective. The biodiversity in this area will delight you. From Obergschwend to Breitebnet, you will be watched by funny dwarfs. More information about the Zwärgliweg Rigi Burggeist can be found here.

Notes

You can also start the hike alternatively in Obergschwend, above Gersau.

The hike can be shortened with the Obergschwend-Rigi Burggeist cable car. You can find the current operating status of the cable cars and hiking trails here.

So that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of the Mountains, please dispose of your waste at the stations of the Rigi Bahn. Thank you.

Good to know

Pavements

Street
Trail
Path

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Rigi Scheidegg (1656 m) - Burggeist (1551 m) - Höcheli (1437 m) - Gätterli (1189 m) - Obergschwend (1011 m) - Breitebnet (1197 m) - Obermatt (1264 m) - Burggeist (1551 m) - Rigi Scheidegg (1656 m)

Tour information

  • Loop Road

  • Nature Highlight

  • Stop at an Inn

Directions & Parking facilities

From the A4 Goldau exit, you reach the Kräbel parking lot after 2 km.

Alternatively, you can park at the Rigi Bahn parking lot in Goldau and take the cogwheel railway to the Kräbel station.

If you want to start the hike in Obergschwend, drive to the Brunnen exit, then via Gersau to Obergschwend.

Paid parking is available at the Rigi Bahn stations in Goldau and Kräbel.

More info on arrival and parking

Paid parking is also available in Obergschwend.

We, however, recommend public transport instead of a car: Sit back, enjoy, and also do something good for the environment.

Rigi Scheidegg, the starting point of the hike, is accessible via Goldau with the cogwheel railway and the Kräbel Rigi Scheidegg cable car.

Here is the timetable

If you want to start the hike in Obergschwend, you have the option to order the minibus from Gersau to Obergschwend. Roman Rickenbacher will be happy to assist you with reservations or questions at the number 079 955 90 82.

Author

Gäste-Service Rigi / Schwyzer Wanderwege

Organization

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

After the climb to the restaurant Rigi Burggeist, treat yourself to a Gersau cheesecake.

Safety guidelines

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

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Contact

HikingMiracle Schwyz: Rigi Burggeist
6410 Goldau