- 04:00 h
- 1,194 m
- 9 m
- 434 m
- 1,627 m
- 1,193 m
- 7.93 km
- Start: Gersau
- Destination: Rigi-Scheidegg
At the beginning of this hiking trail, it leads you from the lake to the former silk factory. A geological information board provides information how the water generates electricity power for the silk factory. After a steep ascent you will reach remote cottages, which are still inhabited and managed all year round. The trail leads through the Schlaetterwald forest to Gaetterli - a traditional mountain inn.
Alternatively, there is a mountain path leads to the Hochflue vista point or down to Lauerzersee and Goldau. The hiking trail to Alp Chellensack and on to Hoecheli leads past lush green meadows and the typical orchids,, which is also known as Rigirollen. Along the mountain ridge you will have an impressive panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and Lake Lucerne. After this impressive mountain hike you will reach the cosy mountain inn Rigi Burggeist. After another half hour you will be arrived at your destination: the magnificent vista point of Rigi Scheidegg Arche.
For your information
You can find the current operating status of the railways and hiking trails 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
Directions
Gersau (435 m) - Gätterlipass (1189 m) - Chellensack (1225 m) - Höcheli (1437 m) - Rigi Burggeist (1551 m) - Rigi Scheidegg (1656 m)
Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Summit
Equipment
High profiled hiking boots or trakking boots, rain jacket, drink, food and walking sticks when possible.
Directions & Parking facilities
A4 highway, main road (Seestrasse), Gersau
However, we recommend you to arrive by public transportations instead of cars: just lean back, enjoy and do something good for the environment.
Arrive conveniently by bus and train:
By SBB Swiss national railway to Brunnen train station, then take the bus Line 2 from Brunnen to Gersau
Additional information
Use the aerial cable car Obergschwend-Rigi Burggeist for a shortcut.
The Kraebel-Rigi Scheidegg aerial cableway is recommended for the return journey.
Click here to find the current timetable
Author
Gäste-Service Rigi / Schwyzer Wanderwege
Organization
Schwyzer Wanderwege
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
I suggest to plan enough time to enjoy this fantastic 360° view on the Rigi Scheidegg Arche.
