The Mythen Nature Trail starts at the Rätigs midway station of the Rotenfluebahn 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.
At this point, the two routes of the Mythen Nature Trail diverge: instead of descending into Brunni, as on the more challenging route, you turn off here directly towards Holzegg / Rotenflue. This path is also well maintained and offers plenty of natural beauty, as well as a stunning mountain panorama.
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.
- 2:45 h
- 6.21 km
- 643 m
- 133 m
- 1,053 m
- 1,566 m
- 513 m
- Start: Rättigs, Zwischenstation Rotenfluebahn
- Destination: Rotenflue, Bergstation
Pavements
- Asphalt (6%)Trail (65%)Path (29%)
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Directions
- Mittelstation Rätigs (1052 m) – Güntrigs (1103 m) – Zwüschet-Mythen (1436 m) – Alp Zwüschet-Mythen (1356 m) – Holzegg (1405 m) – Bergstation Rotenflue / Gipfelstubli (1571 m)
Tour information
Cable car tour
Equipment
- Hiking boots with good tread or trekking boots, a rain jacket, a drink, snacks, and possibly walking poles.
Directions & Parking facilities
- Getting thereTake the A4 motorway to the Seewen/Schwyz exit. From there, drive via Schwyz to Rickenbach, where you will find the Rotenfluebahn valley station.ParkingParking at the Rotenfluebahn valley station is subject to a charge.Public transportationLocated in the heart of Central Switzerland, right on the north-south axis, the Mythen region 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, Rotenfluebahn
Additional information
Author
Jeannette Reichmuth
Organization
Schwyzer Wanderwege
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
- Make sure you allow enough time for a break at Alp Zwüschet-Mythen or at the Gipfelstubli on the Rotenflue – perfect spots to linger.
