--- title: "Mythen Nature Trail (challenging route)" url: "https://www.luzern.com/en/tour/mythen-nature-trail-challenging-route" description: "The Mythen Nature Trail starts at the Rätigs midway station and leads along the south-western side of the Grosser Mythen towards Güntrigs to the Zwüschet-Mythen. The well-maintained footpath winds through varied countryside and offers frequent beautiful views of the Schwyz valley basin. At Zwüschet-Mythen, at 1,436 metres above sea level, a viewpoint with a cross and benches invites you to take a break. From here, the path leads down to the Zwüschet-Mythen alp, where a cosy alpine inn offers refreshments. The route then continues to Brunni in the Alpthal valley. From there, the path leads through the Zweckentobel gorge, across mountain meadows and through sparse woodland to Müsliegg and on to the Rotenflue mountain station. The hike concludes at the Gipfelstubli restaurant, where you can enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and round off the tour in comfort. Take the Rotenfluebahn cable car back to Rickenbach, enjoying the stunning views along the way. Short route – shortcut via Holzegg There is a way to shorten the Mythen Nature Trail slightly. The walk follows the same route as the first option to Alp Zwüschet-Mythen. At this point, the paths diverge: instead of descending into Brunni as on the first route, you turn off here directly towards Holzegg / Rotenflue. This path is also well maintained and offers plenty of nature, as well as a beautiful mountain panorama. This shorter route covers a distance of 5.8 km and involves an elevation gain of around 630 metres. The hike takes about 2.5 hours. Click here for the route description" language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3791588/4e0382500f3221fc52c3400888696009f01d8dc8423a31aad5fe24dd0e63ab92/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Welcome to Lucerne > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Mythen Nature Trail (challenging route) ======================================= - Tip - 11.04 km long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: easy - Great panorama - Hike A varied circular walk around the Mythen mountains, offering panoramic views, a mountain restaurant and beautiful stretches of countryside between Rätigs, Brunni and . The Mythen Nature Trail starts at the Rätigs midway station and leads along the south-western side of the Grosser Mythen towards Güntrigs to the Zwüschet-Mythen. The well-maintained footpath winds through varied countryside and offers frequent beautiful views of the Schwyz valley basin. At Zwüschet-Mythen, at 1,436 metres above sea level, a viewpoint with a cross and benches invites you to take a break. From here, the path leads down to the , where a cosy alpine inn offers refreshments. The route then continues to Brunni in the Alpthal valley. From there, the path leads through the Zweckentobel gorge, across mountain meadows and through sparse woodland to Müsliegg and on to the mountain station. The hike concludes at the , where you can enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and round off the tour in comfort. Take the back to Rickenbach, enjoying the stunning views along the way. Short route – shortcut via Holzegg There is a way to shorten the Mythen Nature Trail slightly. The walk follows the same route as the first option to Alp Zwüschet-Mythen. At this point, the paths diverge: instead of descending into Brunni as on the first route, you turn off here directly towards Holzegg / Rotenflue. This path is also well maintained and offers plenty of nature, as well as a beautiful mountain panorama. This shorter route covers a distance of 5.8 km and involves an elevation gain of around 630 metres. The hike takes about 2.5 hours. Read more - 4:25 h - 11.04 km - 913 m - 401 m - 1,052 m - 1,566 m - 514 m - - Start: Rättigs, Rotenfluebahn midway station - Destination: Rotenflue, top station Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Rättigs, Rotenfluebahn midway station - Fireplace Destination Destination Rotenflue, top station Good to know ------------ Pavements Street (6%) Asphalt (8%) Gravel (4%) Trail (44%) Path (38%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Rätigs midway station (1052 m) – Güntrigs (1103 m) – Zwüschet-Mythen (1436 m) – (1356 m) – Brunni (1100 m) – Zwäcketobel – Müsliegg (1427 m) – Rotenflue top station / (1571 m) Read more Tour information - Cable car tour - Nature highlight - Refreshment stop Equipment Hiking boots with good tread or trekking boots, a rain jacket, a drink, snacks, and possibly walking poles. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**Take the A4 motorway to the Seewen/Schwyz exit. From there, drive via Schwyz to Rickenbach, where you will find the valley station. Read more **Parking**Parking at the valley station is subject to a charge. Read more **Public transportation**Located in the heart of Central Switzerland, right on the north-south axis, the is easily accessible from all directions, whether by car or train. It takes around 45 minutes from Zurich and just 30 minutes from Lucerne or Zug. Bus stop: Rickenbach SZ, Read more Additional information - - - Read more Author Carole Suter Organization Schwyzer Wanderwege Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Make sure you allow enough time for a break at or at the on the – perfect spots to linger. Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Fireplace - Fireplace - Viewpoint - Tours 16.52 km - Hike 5.83 km - Hike 6.38 km - Hike Download GPX file - - - -