Rigi - Seebodenalp "Path of Grüezi"

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4.43 km long
difficulty: easy
condition: very easy
Great panorama
Hike
  • 01:30 h
  • 7 m
  • 744 m
  • 1,019 m
  • 1,763 m
  • 744 m
  • 4.43 km
  • start: Rigi Kulm
  • destination: Seebodenalp

Rigi Kulm – Rigi Staffel – Holderen – Seebodenalp

An asphalt path connects Rigi Kulm to Rigi Staffel. From Rigi Staffel, the descent to Seebodenalp is relatively short but at times quite steep.

This pleasant descent from the summit of Mt. Rigi is one of the most popular walking trails on the "Queen of the Mountains". It features a captivating view of the Alps and the Swiss plateau, yet isn't excessively strenuous. From Rigi Staffel onwards the path becomes very steep, so your knees and calves will definitely get a workout. Back in 1868, this route was even completed by Queen Victoria of England – albeit on horseback. Needless to say, you will have earned a well-deserved break by the time you reach Seebodenalp, before you catch an aerial cable car back down to Küssnacht.

For your information

In order to let our next generation also could enjoy the beauty of the Rigi, we would like to ask you to dispose of your own waste in the waste bins which are located at all of the stations of RIGI BAHNEN AG. Thank you.

Info

Best season

suitable
depending on the weather

Directions

Rigi Kulm (1748 m) – Rigi Staffel (1604 m) – Holderen (1116 m) – Seebodenalp (1020 m)

Tour information

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Festes Schuhwerk und dem Wetter angepasste Kleidung empfohlen. 

Directions

Vitznau: A4 exit Küssnacht am Rigi, follow the signs to Vitznau


Goldau: A4 exit Goldau, follow the signs to the open air parking lot A4 of RIGI BAHNEN AG

There are plenty parking spaces avaliable at the valley stations. Fees apply.


However, we recommend public transport instead of cars: lean back, be stress-free and do something good for the environment.

Good accessible by train and bus


Rigi Kulm, the starting point of the hike, can be easily reached via Vitznau or Goldau with the cogwheel railway.

Author

Gäste-Service Rigi

Organisation

Schwyzer Wanderwege

Recommendation

Gönnen Sie sich auf der lieblichen Seebodenalp eine Verschnaufpause, bevor es danach per Luftseilbahn runter nach Küssnacht geht. 

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Rigi - Seebodenalp "Path of Grüezi"
6410 Macarthur