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- 25.23 km
- Start: Tourist Information Brunnen, Waldstätterquai 1, 6440 Brunnen
- Destination: Tourist Information Brunnen, Waldstätterquai 1, 6440 Brunnen
Relaxation, exercise, nature - treat yourself to some time out in the Schwyz valley basin.
Starting point of the tour is Brunnen. Redeem the picnic voucher at the Conditorei Schelbert in Brunnen. On a flat path, the tour leads along the hill of the Ingenbohl monastery out of the village center of Brunnen. After a slight climb you reach the hamlet of Schönenbuch and enjoy a beautiful view of the valley and the main town of Schwyz, your first stage destination. In the Schwyz museum 'Forum Swiss History' you will witness the oath of the three confederates on the adventure trail. After a lot of history, your head needs some fresh air and your belly needs to be refreshed as well. Cycle with your enjoyment basket to the shores of the Lauerzersee. There are many cozy spots around the lake, pick your favorite. After the break, the ride continues around the lake, possibly soon the next stop for the ferry crossing to the island of Schwanau beckons. Back to Brunnen, the route always follows the foot of the Rigi.
The entire route is asphalted.
E-bikes, directions, vouchers for picnic and museum are available at the Adventure Region Mythen (Bahnhofstrasse 15) in Brunnen.
Two e-bikes are available, a reservation at the Adventure Region Mythen under Tel. 041 825 00 40 or Online is recommended.
Opening hours Conditorei Schelbert, Parkstrasse 1, Brunnen: Monday - Sunday
Opening hours Forum Schweizer Geschichte: Tuesday - Sunday
Opening hours Mythen Adventure Region: Monday - Sunday (April - October)
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Directions
After the museum stop, get back on the saddle with much anticipation for the picnic. Ride along Bahnhofstrasse in the direction of Seewen and take the turnoff to the left at the Bundesbriefmuseum, so you can bypass the main road. It goes delightfully downhill between lush meadows. At the end of the road, turn right and go straight on to the Schwyz-Seewen train station. After the station, take the underpass to Unterseewen and always keep right. At the intersection of the highway exit turn left in the direction of the ice rink and Seebad Seewen. Now you are at the Lauerzersee and follow road around the lake. After circling the lake, drive again in the direction of Unterseewen and now always keep to the right, at the foot of the Rigi. At the restaurant Alpenrösli it is worthwhile to take the climb to the right, you will then have a beautiful view of Brunnen, Lake Lucerne and the mountains of Uri. At the historic wooden bridge over the Muota you drive straight ahead and at the restaurant Pluspunkt you also drive straight across the crossing. At the end of the road, turn right into Bahnhofstrasse and after 300 m you will reach your starting point again.
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Cultural Interesting
Loop Road
Stop at an Inn
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Directions & Parking facilities
Drive into the centre of Brunnen, approx. 1 km from the motorway exit Brunnen. Park in the nearby municipal car park.
1 minute walk to the Tourist Information.
Municipal car park, 220 parking spaces, subject to charge.
(cheap alternative: Muota car park, 240 parking spaces, 24 h = Fr. 5.00)
By train to Brunnen station. 8 minutes walk to the Tourist Information.
By boat to Brunnen boat station. 2 minutes walk to the Tourist Information.
By bus No. 2 or 4 to Brunnen-See/Schiffstation station. 1 minute walk to the Tourist Information.
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Erlebnisregion Mythen
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Erlebnisregion Mythen
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Ein Besuch auf der Insel Schwanau macht den Ausflug magisch!
Geniessen Sie einen Kaffee oder einen feinen Coupe.