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Rigi - The Path of Nature Treasures
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Vom Kaltbad geht's Richtung FelsenwegPhoto: Rita Baggenstos, RIGI BAHNEN AG
Rigi Kaltbad - Rigi First - Unterstetten - Seeweg - Glettialp - Hinterbergen
From Rigi Kaltbad the hike leads flat along the former route of the Rigi-Kaltbad-Scheidegg-Railway (1874 to 1931). From Rigi First you can reach Unterstetten via a rocky path.
Breathtaking views from the vertical rock wall and enchanting nature characterise the path of natural treasures from Rigi Kaltbad to Hinterbergen. Throughout this tour, you will greet the mighty Alpine peaks within your horizon - partly even covered with "eternal snow".
A large part of the trail leads over lush alpine pastures. From Rigi First, 12 information boards provide insights into the biodiversity and natural treasures of the Rigi. The rocky structure, natural history and mild sea climate of the Rigi south face have contributed creating a rich flora and fauna. From Rigi Unterstetten follows a short ascent to the Seeweg (lake route), which leads via Glettialp all the way downhill to Hinterbergen. Lake Lucerne with its signature shape lies at your feet. From Hinterbergen the cable car will take you back to Vitznau.
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 inspired from the Queen of the Mountains, may we ask you to dispose of the waste at Rigi Stations. Thank you.
Author’s recommendation
Take a short break on one of the plenty banches - an effortless way of discover oneself.
Track types
Rest stops
Hotel Restaurant AlpinaPanorama Restaurant
Rigistübli
Gratalp Stübli
Klanghotel Bergsonne
Gasthaus Rigi-Bärenstube
Chalet Schild
Berghaus Unterstetten
Bergrestaurant Hinterbergen
Start
Destination
Turn-by-turn directions
Rigi Kaltbad (1437 m) – Rigi First (1453 m) – Felsenweg – Rigi Unterstetten (1451 m) – Seeweg – Glettialp (1390 m) – Hinterbergen (1063 m)
Note
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
You can reach Rigi Kaltbad, the starting point of the hike trail, via Vitznau by cog railway or cable car via Weggis.
Getting there
A4 highway - exit Brunnen - direction Vitznau - Weggis
A4 highway - exit Küssnacht - direction Weggis - Vitznau
Parking
At the stations of the Rigi Railways you will find parking spaces at a fee.
Further information on arrival and parking
However, we recommend you to arrive by public transportations instead of cars: just lean back, enjoy and do something good for the environment.
Coordinates
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Equipment
High profiled hiking boots or trakking boots, rain jacket, drink, food and walking sticks when possible.
Statistics
- 18 Waypoints
- 18 Waypoints
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