Whether skating or classic: these ten cross-country skiing destinations are all reachable from Einsiedeln by public transport. From romantic forest tracks to scenic high-altitude loops, there’s something for every level of Nordic skier.
The destinations below are sorted by travel time from Einsiedeln to make your planning easier. Make sure to visit the map to explore all cross-country skiing areas and thousands of other outdoor activities reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
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Tucked into the Wägital valley in canton Schwyz, Studen features an extensive network of trails following the valley floor. This somewhat secluded area offers a tranquil setting beneath steep forested slopes, with reliable snow conditions in the sheltered terrain.
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| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof (09:03) | |
| 553 (18m) | |
| Euthal, Ängi (09:21) |
Tucked into the Muota valley in central Switzerland, this resort offers a peaceful setting surrounded by steep limestone cliffs. The trails wind through pastoral landscapes typical of the Schwyzer Alps, making it a tranquil spot for Nordic skiing away from busier destinations.
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| Einsiedeln (08:45) | |
| S40 (6m) | |
| Biberbrugg (08:51) |
| Biberbrugg, Bahnhof (09:10) | |
| 507 (30m) | |
| Schwyz, Zentrum (09:40) |
| Schwyz, Zentrum (09:45) | |
| 501 (17m) | |
| Muotathal, Militärspital (10:02) |
High above Lake Lucerne, this historic mountain offers cross-country trails with sweeping panoramic views across Central Switzerland. The Queen of the Mountains combines accessible terrain with an unforgettable alpine backdrop, reached by cogwheel railway from Vitznau or Arth-Goldau.
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| Einsiedeln (08:45) | |
| S40 (6m) | |
| Biberbrugg (08:51) |
| Biberbrugg, Bahnhof (09:10) | |
| 507 (9m) | |
| Rothenthurm, Bahnhof (09:19) |
| Rothenthurm (09:29) | |
| VAE (16m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (09:45) |
| Arth-Goldau RB (09:55) | |
| 81 (8m) | |
| Kräbel (10:03) |
| Kräbel (Talstation Scheidegg) (10:05) | |
| PB (6m) | |
| Rigi Scheidegg (10:11) |
The Trachslau cross-country ski track is a circuit for connoisseurs. A footpath leads from Einsiedeln station along the river to the start and finish area. The sunny and mostly flat route leads past farms, the Au convent and the Alp stream.
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| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof (08:37) | |
| 554 (1m) | |
| Einsiedeln, Allmeindstrasse (08:38) |
A baroque abbey, the delightful landscape of Lake Sihl, the Schwyz mountains and the peaceful Schwantenau moor – the Schwedentritt half-marathon trail demands a huge effort from skiers, but also rewards them with magnificent views.
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| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof (08:37) | |
| 556 (2m) | |
| Einsiedeln, Brüel (08:39) |
Switzerland's largest upland moor can be found in the high valley of Rothenthurm, a Nordic-looking landscape crossed by the varied Finnenloipe track. This long route amid a protected landscape offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the pleasures of nature.
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| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof (09:03) | |
| 551 (14m) | |
| Bennau, Wettertannen (09:17) |
Located in the heart of the Zurich Oberland, the Bäretswil-Maiwinkel cross-country ski trail leads over undulated terrain and offers outstanding natural beauty. The region is a popular local recreation area as it is known to have little fog and is easily accessible.
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| Einsiedeln (08:45) | |
| S40 (31m) | |
| Pfäffikon SZ (09:16) |
| Pfäffikon SZ (09:22) | |
| S5 (22m) | |
| Wetzikon ZH (09:44) |
| Wetzikon ZH, Bahnhof (09:50) | |
| 850 (14m) | |
| Bäretswil, Oberdorf (10:04) |
The panoramic trail on Scherb between Hemberg and Ebnat-Kappel leads past various viewpoints. Eight theme charts describe the panorama and make the hillier trails to a special experience.
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| Einsiedeln (08:45) | |
| S40 (38m) | |
| Rapperswil SG (09:23) |
| Rapperswil SG (09:37) | |
| S4 (22m) | |
| Wattwil (09:59) |
| Wattwil, Bahnhof (10:03) | |
| 770 (2m) | |
| Wattwil, Wis (10:05) |
A slightly hilly trail set in the scenic countryside of the Ricken upland moor. Several shortcuts make it an ideal choice for hobby skiers and families. The Bildhuus turning point affords breathtaking views across the Linth Plain to the mountains of Glarus and Central Switzerland.
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| Einsiedeln (08:45) | |
| S40 (38m) | |
| Rapperswil SG (09:23) |
| Rapperswil SG, Bahnhof (09:32) | |
| 622 (35m) | |
| Ricken SG, Hinterer Schümberg (10:07) |
The canton of Zurich’s longest cross-country ski trail is a short distance from the city itself, yet still in the heart of a quiet rural area. The hilly route is almost 30 km long (18.5 miles) and runs along the back of Pfannenstiel, offering breathtaking views of Lake Zurich and the Swiss Alps.
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| Einsiedeln (08:45) | |
| S40 (31m) | |
| Pfäffikon SZ (09:16) |
| Pfäffikon SZ (09:22) | |
| S5 (14m) | |
| Rüti ZH (09:36) |
| Rüti ZH, Bahnhof (09:45) | |
| 880 (24m) | |
| Hombrechtikon, Wisental (10:09) |
