Whether skating or classic: these ten cross-country skiing destinations are all reachable from Zug 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 Zug 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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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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| Zug (08:30) | |
| IR46 (15m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (08:45) |
| Arth-Goldau RB (08:55) | |
| 81 (8m) | |
| Kräbel (09:03) |
| Kräbel (Talstation Scheidegg) (09:05) | |
| PB (6m) | |
| Rigi Scheidegg (09:11) |
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.
6.1 kmLearn more on
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| Zug (08:30) | |
| IR46 (31m) | |
| Schwyz (09:01) |
| Schwyz, Bahnhof (09:07) | |
| 501 (25m) | |
| Muotathal, Militärspital (09:32) |
Located in the Bernese Oberland near Adelboden, Feldenmaas provides a compact network of trails winding through gentle alpine meadows. This peaceful spot suits those looking for a relaxed outing amid mountain scenery without venturing into high-altitude terrain.
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| Zug (08:36) | |
| S5 (23m) | |
| Bonstetten-Wettswil (08:59) |
| Bonstetten-Wettswil, Bahnhof (09:35) | |
| 227 (4m) | |
| Bonstetten, Sunnenberg (09:39) |
With ideal winter and cross-country skiing conditions, the Menzingen-Loipe trail, also known as the Schurtannenloipe, has become a real insider tip for cross-country skiers. The beautifully designed cross-country trail leads through stunning countryside with views of Menzingen and its monastery.
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| Zug, Bahnhofplatz (08:38) | |
| 602 (16m) | |
| Menzingen, Dorf (08:54) |
Escape the fog in the beautiful Ägerital valley and enjoy the winter landscape of Unterägeri on cross-country tracks with views of Ägerisee lake.
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| Zug, Bahnhofplatz (08:34) | |
| 601 (19m) | |
| Unterägeri, Spinnerei (08:53) |
Cross-country skiers can escape the hustle and bustle above the fog, within viewing distance of the pulsing economic hub of Zug. In the snowy highland moors, you can imagine you are in Scandinavia and enjoy views stretching as far as the Rigi and the Alpine foothills.
15.4 kmTour published by:
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| Zug, Metalli/Bahnhof (08:38) | |
| 603 (12m) | |
| Zug, Schönegg (08:50) |
| Schönegg (08:56) | |
| 2566 (8m) | |
| Zugerberg (09:04) |
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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| Zug (08:30) | |
| IR46 (15m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (08:45) |
| Arth-Goldau (08:54) | |
| S31 (17m) | |
| Rothenthurm (09:11) |
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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| Zug (08:30) | |
| IR46 (15m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (08:45) |
| Arth-Goldau (08:54) | |
| S31 (26m) | |
| Biberbrugg (09:20) |
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.
18.4 kmTour published by:
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| Zug (08:34) | |
| S24 (17m) | |
| Thalwil (08:51) |
| Thalwil (08:54) | |
| S8 (13m) | |
| Wädenswil (09:07) |
| Wädenswil (09:10) | |
| S13 (23m) | |
| Einsiedeln (09:33) |
The Finsterwald cross-country trails above the Entlebuch rank amongst the most scenic in Switzerland. The Wissenegg trail passes through a varied forest and moorland area within the boundary of the UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch.
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| Zug (08:32) | |
| IR70 (19m) | |
| Luzern (08:51) |
| Luzern (08:57) | |
| RE7 (25m) | |
| Entlebuch (09:22) |
| Entlebuch, Bahnhof (09:25) | |
| 232 (7m) | |
| Finsterwald LU, Chilenwald (09:32) |
