Across the Rigi Hochflue

An airy summit traverse across the Rigi Hochflue: rock steps, scrambling sections and a panoramic ridge define this demanding route before the mountain trail descends steeply to Brunnen.

The Urmiberg cable car leads to the starting point at around 1,140 m. From the upper station, the trail climbs via Schwand to Gottertli. Woodland alternates with open pastures before the mountain ridge becomes rocky. The alpine route continues over Zilistock to the Rigi Hochflue. Its highest point stands at around 1,680 m and offers views across the lakes and mountains of Central Switzerland.

The summit traverse is a demanding alpine hike. One rock step is equipped with iron rungs and wire ropes, while further scrambling sections require sure-footedness and a head for heights. A rope or via ferrata set is recommended for these sections.

Beyond the summit, the long descent begins. The mountain trail heads down into the valley via Bärfallen, entering increasingly dense woodland. By the Bergrestaurant Timpel, a large part of the total descent of just over 1,300 metres has been completed. Farther down, the houses of Brunnen and Lake Lucerne come into view. After around five hours, the route ends at the lower station of the Urmiberg cable car, immediately beside the Brunnen, Seilbahn Urmiberg bus stop.