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Snowshoeing from Einsiedeln by public transport

Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Einsiedeln by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.

To make planning easier, the hikes below are sorted by travel time from Einsiedeln. Explore the map to find all snowshoe hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities accessible from anywhere in Switzerland.

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Furggelen-Schneeschuhtrail

Minimum travel time: 15m to Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni

This snowshoe hike crosses remote yet busy areas, overseen in silence by the two Mythen peaks. It's well worth stopping along the way to admire the magnificent views of the Schwyz mountains and landscape.

dist7 km
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asce700 m
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desc400 m
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dura4h 25m
  • Landscape: Onto a mountain peak, Onto an alp, With panoramic views

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How to get to Furggelen-Schneeschuhtrail

Fastest connection from Einsiedeln to Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni: 15m
Walk from to
554 (14m)
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Chlosterweid-Schneeschuhtrail

Minimum travel time: 17m to Euthal, Schulhaus

You don't need to be in peak condition to enjoy this snowshoe hike through remote areas, but watch out: the view of the Chli Aubrig could whet your appetite for more challenging tours.

dist6 km
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asce220 m
|
desc220 m
|
dura2h 35m

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How to get to Chlosterweid-Schneeschuhtrail

Fastest connection from Einsiedeln to Euthal, Schulhaus: 17m
Walk from to
553 (16m)
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Biberegg-Herrenboden-Schneeschuhtrail

Minimum travel time: 48m to Biberegg

Bridges and views are the stars of this snowshoe trail. Along the way, hikers can take off their snowshoes and enjoy a special experience: the foot suspension bridge in Sattel-Hochstuckli.

dist10 km
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asce640 m
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desc640 m
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dura5h 20m
  • Landscape: Over a suspension bridge, With panoramic views

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How to get to Biberegg-Herrenboden-Schneeschuhtrail

Fastest connection from Einsiedeln to Biberegg: 48m
S13 (7m)
Walk from to
507 (5m)
Walk from to
S31 (5m)
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Guggeli-Schneeschuhtrail

Minimum travel time: 1h 4m to Muotathal, Post

This circular route is especially popular with beginners and snowshoe hiking enthusiasts. Discover the sunny side of Muotathal in the southern part of the village and, if you like, make a detour to a spiritual site.

dist4 km
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asce220 m
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desc220 m
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dura1h 55m

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How to get to Guggeli-Schneeschuhtrail

Fastest connection from Einsiedeln to Muotathal, Post: 1h 4m
S13 (7m)
Walk from to
507 (30m)
501 (18m)
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Raten Trail

Minimum travel time: 1h 14m to Alosen, Raten

Discover the wildly romantic side of winter high above the Ägerital valley on the highest snowshoe trail in the canton of Zug, traverse snow-capped forests, and gaze out on the Säntis from the Central Swiss Alps.

dist5 km
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asce170 m
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desc170 m
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dura2h 5m

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How to get to Raten Trail

Fastest connection from Einsiedeln to Alosen, Raten: 1h 14m
S13 (7m)
Walk from to
507 (10m)
Walk from to
609 (23m)
610 (9m)
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Ober-Altberg-Schneeschuhtrail

Minimum travel time: 1h 17m to Ibergeregg, Passhöhe

On the sun terrace above Illgau, not far from the cantonal capital of Schwyz, lies a charming landscape of gently rolling hills. The special tranquillity of this area makes it very popular with snowshoe hikers and nature lovers.

dist9 km
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asce560 m
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desc560 m
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dura4h 40m

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How to get to Ober-Altberg-Schneeschuhtrail

Fastest connection from Einsiedeln to Ibergeregg, Passhöhe: 1h 17m
Walk from to
555 (35m)
505 (12m)
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Waldhüttli-Schneeschuhtrail

Minimum travel time: 1h 18m to Stoos SZ

This trail takes hikers from a bustling winter sports resort to total seclusion in no time at all. At the highest point on the tour lies a hidden gem: the cosy Waldhüttli mountain pub.

dist7 km
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asce360 m
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desc360 m
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dura3h 25m
  • Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic views

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How to get to Waldhüttli-Schneeschuhtrail

Fastest connection from Einsiedeln to Stoos SZ: 1h 18m
S13 (7m)
Walk from to
507 (30m)
501 (9m)
Walk from to
2577 (7m)
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Chäserenholz-Schneeschuhtrail

Minimum travel time: 1h 35m to Rigi Kulm

The circular hike on top of the Rigi offers fascinating views of Lake Lucerne, the Alps of Uri, the cities of Lucerne and Zug, and the lakes of Central Switzerland. From the mountain station, the snowshoe trail leads to Alp Chäserenholz, with views of the Grosse and Kleine Mythen, the landmarks of the Canton of Schwyz.

dist2 km
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asce150 m
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desc150 m
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dura1h 5m

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How to get to Chäserenholz-Schneeschuhtrail

Fastest connection from Einsiedeln to Rigi Kulm: 1h 35m
S13 (7m)
Walk from to
507 (9m)
Walk from to
VAE (16m)
Walk from to
81 (39m)
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Vorder Höhi Trail

Minimum travel time: 1h 38m to Arvenbüel, Arven

Plenty of sunshine, magnificent countryside, and panoramic views of the Leistchamm, the jagged Churfirsten, and the Toggenburg are among the highlights the trail from Arvenbüel to Vorder Höhi has to offer. After snowshoeing through sparse forest and over snowy Alpine meadows, the cosy, little mountain inn invites you to relax and refuel.

dist9 km
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asce520 m
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desc520 m
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dura4h 25m
  • Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic views

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Egg–Rör Trail

Minimum travel time: 1h 38m to Arvenbüel, Arven

The Egg-Rör Trail leads through snowy forests, wintery Beerenbach, and through a natural landscape that is home to a variety of wild animals. The Glarner Alps provide the imposing backdrop.

dist5 km
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asce280 m
|
desc280 m
|
dura2h 20m

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How to get to Egg–Rör Trail

Fastest connection from Einsiedeln to Arvenbüel, Arven: 1h 38m
S13 (27m)
IR35 (27m)
Walk from to
650 (33m)
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