- 2:00 h
- 4.42 km
- 288 m
- 257 m
- 927 m
- 1,206 m
- 279 m
- Start: Municipal car park Rothenthurm
- Destination: Village center Trachslau
For two to three hours you hike through untouched snowfields with glittering views, far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The start is located at Oberdorfstrasse in Rothenthurm, from where you climb about 300 meters in altitude to Ruchegg, then take on the descent (again about 300 meters altitude) to the Tändli restaurant in Trachslau. The path can also be done in reverse.
This route is perfect for beginners:
The signposted route is straightforward and also suitable for beginners.
Those who want to rent snowshoes can do so at the following providers:
By the way, the Beaver Creek Ranch also offers guided snowshoe hikes – how about with a fondue afterwards?
Good to know
Best to visit
Directions
Rothenthurm - Biberstock - Eigen - Point 1206 (Ruchegg) - Point 1089 - Point 977 - Trachslau
(SVS route Ruchegg SZ 061)
Equipment
Recommended equipment for snowshoe hikers:
- Snowshoes, winter shoes (good hiking boots), depending on weather conditions wind jacket, sweater, gloves, hat, sunglasses, gaiters and hiking poles
- For longer routes backpack with drink and food
- Recommended are map 1:25000, compass, GPS if available
- First aid kit and possibly needed medication
Directions & Parking facilities
Additional information
For the sake of wildlife:
- Attention: Please respect the recommended wildlife quiet zone.
- In winter, wildlife needs quiet retreat areas to survive.
- Please stay on the route so that the wildlife is not disturbed.
- We ask you to keep your dog on a leash.
Author
Rothenthurm Tourismus / Schwyzer Wanderwege
Organization
Erlebnisregion Mythen
Safety guidelines
For your safety – stay on the route!
SVS snowshoe routes are marked, signposted, avalanche-safe and environmentally friendly.
Order snowshoe maps at the Snowshoe Association Switzerland (www.s-v-s.ch)
Avalanche situation:
In case of uncertain snow conditions, we recommend consulting the Avalanche bulletin. Every winter sports enthusiast is responsible for themselves and uses the official snow routes at their own risk.
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