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title: "Rigi Goethe Trail"
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description: "Conquer the Queen of the Mountains following the footsteps of the great poet of world literature! The Rigi railway conveniently brings you to the starting point Romiti. From Rigi First, the mountain trail first leads over lush alpine meadows and then through beautiful mixed forests to scenic heights. Above Klösterli, where Goethe stayed, it crosses the track of the Arth-Rigi railway. The crowning ascent follows via Staffel to the Rigi summit, where the stunning 360° panoramic view makes you forget all the exertions in no time. The prince of poets took the path to the summit on his first Swiss journey (1775) and was completely thrilled. Convince yourself. Notes You can find the current operating status of the railways 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 railways. Thank you."
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Rigi Goethe Trail
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- 5.90 km long
- Difficulty: medium
- Condition: medium
- Hike

Romiti – First – Riedboden – Staffel – Rigi Kulm
Summit climbers beware: The approximately 600 meters of elevation require a certain basic fitness and good footwear.

Conquer the Queen of the Mountains following the footsteps of the great poet of world literature! The Rigi railway conveniently brings you to the starting point Romiti. From Rigi First, the mountain trail first leads over lush alpine meadows and then through beautiful mixed forests to scenic heights. Above Klösterli, where Goethe stayed, it crosses the track of the Arth-Rigi railway. The crowning ascent follows via Staffel to the Rigi summit, where the stunning 360° panoramic view makes you forget all the exertions in no time. The prince of poets took the path to the summit on his first Swiss journey (1775) and was completely thrilled. Convince yourself.

**Notes**

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

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

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- 3:00 h
- 5.90 km
- 699 m
- 117 m
- 1,166 m
- 1,797 m
- 631 m
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- Start: Romiti Rock Gate
- Destination: Rigi Kulm

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Pavements

Street (25%)

Trail (43%)

Path (32%)

Best to visit

suitable

Depends on weather

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Directions

Romiti (1198 m) – Oeräbnet (1167 m) - First (1453 m) – Riedboden (1441 m) – Staffel (1604 m) – Rigi Kulm (1797 m)

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Tour information

- Cable car tour
- Culturally interesting
- Mountain summit
- Refreshment stop

Equipment

Hiking shoes with good grip or trekking shoes, rain jacket, drink, food, possibly sticks.

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Directions & Parking facilities

**Getting there**From the A4 exit Küssnacht, drive in the direction of Weggis - Vitznau.

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**Parking**At the Vitznau station of the Rigi railways, paid parking spaces are available.

However, we recommend public transport instead of car: lean back, enjoy and do something good for the environment too.

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**Public transportation**Romiti, the starting point of the hike, is accessible via Vitznau with the cogwheel railway.

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Author

Gäste-Service Rigi / Schwyzer Wanderwege

Organization

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

On this quiet hike, away from heavily frequented trails, you will experience peace and relaxation.

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