- 0:40 h
- 2.20 km
- 27 m
- 145 m
- 1,311 m
- 1,453 m
- 142 m
- Start: Rigi Kaltbad
- Destination: Rigi Klösterli
This effortless but scenic path follows the old route of the former Rigi-Scheidegg railway on an initially completely flat stretch to Rigi First. From the southern shore of the lake, the Alpine summits greet you with eternal snow. From Rigi First, a descent leads to the cozy alp farm Heiri-Hütte, which invites you to a hearty alpine snack. Afterwards, the promenade continues in elegant curves downhill to the historic pilgrimage site Klösterli, where numerous Capuchin monks once lived. The charming pilgrimage chapel "Maria zum Schnee" (built 1689) is one of the most beautiful mountain chapels worldwide. The altarpiece is a copy of the famous "Maria zum Schnee" image of the ornate Santa Maria Maggiore church in Rome.
Notes
The current operational status of the railways and hiking trails can be found 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.
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
Rigi Kaltbad (1436 m) – First (1480 m) – Heiri Hütte – Rigi Klösterli (1373 m)
Tour information
Cultural Interesting
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing recommended.
Directions & Parking facilities
Accessvia the A4 motorway, exit (No. 36) Küssnacht, main road to Weggis, Vitznau or the A2 motorway, exit (No. 36) Altdorf/Flüelen, Axen road to Brunnen, main road to Vitznau, Weggis.
Information on access and parking can be found here.
Pay parking is available at the stations of the Rigi railways.
However, we recommend public transport instead of driving: Sit back, enjoy, and do something good for the environment at the same time.
Getting there is convenient by train and bus:
The starting point of the hike, Rigi Kaltbad, is easily accessible by cable car from Weggis or cogwheel railway from Vitznau.
You can find the Rigi railways’ timetables here.
Author
Gäste-Service Rigi
Organization
Schwyzer Wanderwege
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
On this hike, I recommend making a stop at the Heiri-Hütte alp farm.
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