The Rigi Panorama Path, Rigi First - Rigi Scheidegg section

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6.42 km long
Difficulty: easy
condition: very easy
Great panorama
Hike
  • 02:10 h
  • 245 m
  • 72 m
  • 1,424 m
  • 1,643 m
  • 219 m
  • 6.42 km
  • Start: Woelfertschen-Rigi First Station
  • Destination: Rigi-Scheidegg

Rigi First – Unterstetten – Hinder Dossen – Rigi Scheidegg

This hiking trail starts at the Rigi Woelfertschen-First station and follows the route of the former Rigi-Kaltbad-Scheidegg railway. Many contemporary witnesses recall this historical railway. 

This mountain trail along the former Rigi-Kaltbad-Scheidegg railway is very popular and beautiful. Hike leisurely over the mighty railway bridge Unterstetten and experience a piece of railway history. You will pass by an old couch, which today in use as a holiday residence, a short tunnel and a water filling station for the steam locomotives. The magnificent panorama of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains are your constant companions.

Rich green hills, wild meadows and interesting rock formations line the path. The magnificent panorama with its dazzling lakes and sublime Alps in the background looks like out of a painting. On the way you will find lovely resting places and fireplaces to linger. If you prefer a cosy break, visit one of the alpine restaurants are also a good choice. The route to your destination Rigi-Scheidegg remains diversified, exciting and picturesque.

For your information 

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

In order to let our next generation also be inspired from the Queen of the Mountains, may we ask you to dispose of your own waste at Rigi Stations. Thank you.

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Rigi First (1453 m) – Unterstetten ( 1451 m) – Hinder Dossen (1546 m) – Rigi Scheidegg (1656 m) 

Tour information

  • Barrier-Free

  • Cultural Interesting

  • Familiy-Friendly

  • Suitable for Pushchair

Equipment

High profiled hiking boots or trakking boots, rain coat, drinks, food and walking sticks, when possible.

Directions & Parking facilities

A4 highway - exit Goldau 

At Rigi mountain railway stations (Goldau and Kraebel) there are parking spaces available for a fee.


However, we recommend you to arrive by public transportations instead of cars: just lean back, enjoy and do something good for the environment.


Further information about how to get there and parking


Wheelchair-accessible parking spaces are available in Goldau and in Kraebel.

Arrival is convenient by public transport. Click here to timetable

 


The hiking ticket for this hike includes the following train journeys:



  • from Kräbel to Rigi Scheidegg with the cable car

  • from Wölfertschen to Kräbel with the cogwheel train


The timetables of the Rigi Railways can be found here.

Additional information

Requirements for wheelchair users: difficult


During the last 300 metres there is a gradient of approx. 14%. An accompanying person is recommended.

Author

Gäste-Service Rigi / Schwyzer Wanderwege

Organization

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

I highly recommend a refreshment break in the Restaurant Unterstetten, where you have a magnificent view over Lake Lucerne.

Safety guidelines

The path is closed in winter

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Getting there
The Rigi Panorama Path, Rigi First - Rigi Scheidegg section
6356 Rigi Kaltbad