--- title: "Rigi Lake View Walk" url: "https://www.luzern.com/en/tour/rigi-lake-view-walk" description: "This effortless elevation hike offers you magnificent views over the Swiss plateau all the way to the Black Forest and the Vosges. Let yourself be enchanted by spectacular views down to Lake Lucerne and Lake Zug. You can expect a great pleasure with minimal effort, as the path leads steadily downhill. The panoramic view from the Känzeli viewpoint is simply fantastic. Queen Victoria of England was already there in 1868 and praised the majestic panoramic view. Notes You can find the current operating status of railways and hiking trails here. So that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of the Mountains, please dispose of your waste at the Rigi railway stations. Thank you." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2776534/750ad8f0ff8513303e5e29e6a7aa74df2bf84050901b53fcb36350552cdb3d02/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Welcome to Lucerne > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Rigi Lake View Walk =================== - Tip - 3.97 km long - Difficulty: easy - Great panorama - Hike Rigi Kulm – Rigi Staffel – Staffelhöhe – Känzeli – Rigi Kaltbad Discover Rigi now, the gateway to the Alps. This route is very popular among hikers of all ages. You will steadily walk downhill, covering a good 300 meters of elevation loss. This effortless elevation hike offers you magnificent views over the Swiss plateau all the way to the Black Forest and the Vosges. Let yourself be enchanted by spectacular views down to Lake Lucerne and Lake Zug. You can expect a great pleasure with minimal effort, as the path leads steadily downhill. The panoramic view from the Känzeli viewpoint is simply fantastic. Queen Victoria of England was already there in 1868 and praised the majestic panoramic view. **Notes** You can find the current operating status of railways and hiking trails . So that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of the Mountains, please dispose of your waste at the Rigi railway stations. Thank you. Read more - 1:10 h - 3.97 km - 2 m - 314 m - 1,435 m - 1,749 m - 314 m - - Start: Rigi Kulm - Destination: Rigi Kaltbad Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Rigi Kulm - Fireplace - Viewpoint - Fireplace Destination Destination Rigi Kaltbad Show more Good to know ------------ Pavements Asphalt (36%) Path (64%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Rigi Kulm (1748 m) – Rigi Staffel (1604 m) – Staffelhöhe (1565 m) – Känzeli (1464 m) – Rigi Kaltbad (1436 m) Read more Tour information - Refreshment stop Equipment Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing recommended. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**Take exit A4 towards Küssnacht, Vitznau or take exit A4 Goldau. Read more **Parking**Paid parking is available at the Rigi railway stations in Vitznau and Goldau A4. However, we recommend public transport instead of the car: lean back, enjoy, and do something good for the environment at the same time. Read more **Public transportation**You can reach Rigi Kulm station with the cogwheel train from Vitznau or Goldau. The for this hike includes the following train rides: - from Vitznau / Weggis to Rigi Kulm with the cogwheel train or cable car - from Rigi Kaltbad to Vitznau / Weggis with the cogwheel train or cable car The timetables of the Rigi railways can be found . Read more Author Gäste-Service Rigi Organization Schwyzer Wanderwege Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author I am more than fascinated by the breathtaking view at Rigi Känzeli. There is also a barbecue area and various seating options inviting you to a snack break. Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - concert - concert - other events - Place of interest - Fireplace - Fireplace - Fireplace - Tours 5.01 km - Hike 8.67 km - Hike 5.90 km - Hike Download GPX file - - - -