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Müserenalp Trail
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- 5.37 km long
- Difficulty: medium
- Condition: medium
- Great panorama
- Hike

**Rigi Kaltbad – Steiglen – Müseralp – Geissrücken – Rigi Känzeli – Rigi Kaltbad**

Seven ladders and stunning views: Hiking on Rigi's southern slopes.

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The hike starts at the village square of Rigi Kaltbad and follows the well-known Steiglen Trail downhill to Müseralp. At a prominent glacial boulder, the ascent begins, first across alpine pastures to the foot of Geissrücken, then up the ridge with the help of seven ladders (aluminium ladders) to Rigi Känzeli. The phenomenal view from Rigi Känzeli already impressed Queen Victoria of England during her visit in 1868. From there, it is only a short walk back to the village square of Rigi Kaltbad.

**Attention:** The descent via Geissrüggen includes aluminum ladders and you must be free from dizziness.

**Notes**

You can find the current operating status of the railways and hiking trails

So that future generations can enjoy the Queen of the Mountains, we ask you to dispose of your waste at the stations of the Rigi railways. Thank you.

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- 2:25 h
- 5.37 km
- 419 m
- 390 m
- 1,045 m
- 1,464 m
- 419 m
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- Start: Rigi Kaltbad
- Destination: Rigi Kaltbad

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Pavements

Asphalt (13%)

Trail (29%)

Path (58%)

Best to visit

suitable

Depends on weather

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Directions

Rigi Kaltbad (1437 m) - Steiglen - Müserenalp (1145 m) –  Geissrüggen – Känzeli (1464 m) - Rigi Kaltbad (1437 m)

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Tour information

- Cable car tour
- Nature highlight

Equipment

Hiking boots with a good tread or trekking shoes, rain jacket, drink, and possibly poles.

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Directions & Parking facilities

**Getting there**

From the A4 exit Küssnacht toward Weggis - Vitznau

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**Parking**

At the stations of the Rigi railways, paid parking is available.

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

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**Public transportation**

Rigi Kaltbad, the starting point of the hike, is accessible via Vitznau with the cogwheel trains of RIGI BAHNEN AG or via Weggis with the cable car.

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Author

Gäste-Service Rigi

Organization

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

After this challenging hike, I like to treat myself to relaxation at the Mineral Bath & Spa Rigi Kaltbad. It feels great!

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