Stage: Brunnen – Rigi-Scheidegg | Schwyz Valley & Summit Tour

From the shore of Lake Lucerne, this demanding tour climbs via Urmiberg and Gätterlipass to Rigi Scheidegg. Along the way, forests alternate with alpine pastures, while the Mythen, lakes and peaks increasingly come into view.

From the Brunnen (See) stop, the route initially follows the lakeside promenade to the shore of Lake Lucerne. Behind the houses, the long, steep ascent towards Urmiberg begins. The broad hiking trail leaves the residential area and enters the forest, quickly gaining elevation; at Schwand, an expansive view opens up for the first time.

The route continues across open meadows and through stretches of forest to Gätterlipass. A short detour to Gottertli offers additional views of the Mythen and several lakes. The route then continues in a steady succession of ascents and descents via Rigi Burggeist. One short section runs outside the marked hiking trail network before the trail returns to the panoramic heights of the Rigi.

The final ascent ends at the Rigi Scheidegg Arche. From here, the panoramic view extends far across lakes and peaks; mountain inns along the route offer food and drink. After almost six hours and nearly 1'400 metres of ascent, Rigi-Scheidegg is reached at around 1'640 m, marking the highest point of the tour. Rigi Scheidegg station is located directly at the finish; from there, the Rigi Railways run via Kräbel to Goldau.