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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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.
19 km
800 m
780 m
5h 45m
Landscape: Along the water
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| 508 (2m) | |
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.
115 km4800 m4800 mLandscape: Along the water,With panoramic views
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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.
15 km740 m740 m5h 0mLandscape: Along the water
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| 508 (13m) | |
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.
62 km4200 m3800 mLandscape: 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.
9 km1200 m50 m3h 50mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp,Onto a mountain peak
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| 508 (14m) | |
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.
2 km40 m40 m30m
Barrier free: Yes
Landscape: With panoramic views
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| 509 (2m) | |
| PB (10m) | |
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.
17 km420 m440 m4h 30mLandscape: With panoramic views,Along the water
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| 508 (14m) | |
| 653 (5m) | |
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.
8 km1250 m50 m3h 50mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto a mountain peak
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| 508 (24m) | |
| 535 (2m) | |
A lakeside promenade along the Vierwaldstättersee from Beckenried into the impressive Risleten Gorge, with its ancient dinosaur traces. After a steep climb, the romantic high-level trail towards Seelisberg. Far below, the shimmering turquoise lake.
21 km820 m480 m6h 0mLandscape: Along the water
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| 508 (9m) | |
| 3600 (16m) | |
Via the north wall to the other shore and the Bürgenstock cliff path, which as an Alpine promenade, afforded well-heeled ladies and gentlemen a view back to the city of Lucerne. Past the pilgrimage site of St Jost along the shore at Ennetburgen, Buochs and Beckenried.
13 km300 m740 m3h 45mLandscape: With panoramic views,Along the water
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