Discover a variety of beautiful hikes accessible by public transport from Weggis. From lakeside trails along the Vierwaldstättersee to challenging mountain paths on the Rigi, there's something for every hiker. Explore the Mediterranean-like forests, enjoy panoramic views of the Alps, and experience the charm of central Switzerland's landscapes.
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The Waldstätterweg leads around the touristic highlight of the Vierwaldstättersee (Lake Lucerne). Explore the natural and cultural landscape with its historic sites, villages, lake shores and city on foot. Discover the heart of Central Switzerland anew.
115km
4800m
4800m
Landscape: Along the water,With panoramic views
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Via ladders on the Riviera - past orchards to Oberwilen and via the narrow molasse folds with ladders that at one time afforded the only overland link to Weggis. Through the Chestenenweid nature reserve via Weggis, Hertenstein and the Haldihof fruit farm to Küssnacht.
19km800m780m
5h 45mLandscape: Along the water
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| Weggis, Dorfplatz (08:33) | |
| 508 (2m) | |
| Weggis, Zopf (08:35) |
A touch of southern ambiance - from Brunnen on the Waldstätterquai and the Auslandschweizerplatz on the Seestrasse to Brünischart and the start of the mountain trail through almost Mediterranean-like forest vegetation with wonderful panoramic views. Vitznau is reached via Gersau.
15km740m740m5h 0mLandscape: Along the water
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| Weggis, Dorfplatz (08:57) | |
| 508 (9m) | |
| Vitznau, Station (09:06) |
The Schwyzer Panoramaweg is characterized by three history-steeped mountains: the Rigi, Rossberg and Mythen. Spectacular scenery and views deep into the valleys of Switzerland’s founding canton as well as of the Zugersee and Vierwaldstättersee lakes.
62km4200m3800mLandscape: With panoramic views
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The first stage of the Schwyzer Höhenweg (high-level trail) is a relatively short but steep hike to the highest point of the Rigi at 1,797 metres above sea level. The spectacular panoramic views, the lovely location between three lakes and the wide range of leisure activities contribute to this mountain's popularity.
9km1200m50m3h 50mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Weggis, Dorfplatz (08:33) | |
| 508 (14m) | |
| Küssnacht am Rigi, Hauptplatz (08:47) |
Stroll with views of the Alps - from Küssnacht through the nature reserves in Wagenmoos, along the lakeshore at Meggen and Meggehorn castle. Approach to the city of Lucerne and arrival along the 19th-century tourism alley, its quay with distant views of the Alps.
17km420m440m4h 30mLandscape: Along the water,With panoramic views
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| Weggis, Dorfplatz (08:33) | |
| 508 (21m) | |
| Küssnacht am Rigi, Bahnhof (08:54) |
The Chänzeli is one of the most popular viewing points on the Rigi. Once at the top, the view across Lake Lucerne and the city of Lucerne as far as the Swiss plateau is impressive. The snow-covered Alpine chain rises in the south. Even the journey is an experience.
2km40m40m30mLandscape: With panoramic views
Barrier free: Yes
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| Weggis (Luftseilbahn) (09:10) | |
| 2562 (10m) | |
| Rigi Kaltbad (Luftseilbahn) (09:20) |
This impressive tour features countless highlights, ranging from the «former Republic» of Gersau at the lake, the ascent to mountain pastures and the typical Rigi landscape on Rigi Scheidegg, with a magnificent panoramic view of the Alps and the midland.
8km1250m50m3h 50mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Weggis, Dorfplatz (08:57) | |
| 508 (25m) | |
| Gersau, Schiffstation (09:22) |
This unobstructed high-altitude trail with views of Lake Lucerne, Lake Zug and Lake Lauerz as well as the Alpine chain is a special experience. This not only applies to the views; the Rigi Panorama Trail also has plenty to offer from a historical perspective.
7km220m20m1h 50mLandscape: With panoramic views
Barrier free: Yes
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| Weggis (Luftseilbahn) (09:10) | |
| 2562 (10m) | |
| Rigi Kaltbad (Luftseilbahn) (09:20) |
After a pleasant ramble alongside the Zugersee lake, you reach the first highlight – the vantage point of Michaelskreuz with restaurant and wedding chapel. Following an undulating stretch you reach Dietschiberg, where you can watch golf at close quarters.
30km760m740m7h 45mLandscape: With panoramic views
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| Weggis, Dorfplatz (08:33) | |
| 508 (12m) | |
| Küssnacht am Rigi, Seilbahn (08:45) |
| Küssnacht am Rigi, Seilbahn (08:50) | |
| 653 (15m) | |
| Buonas, Neuhofstrasse (09:05) |
