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.
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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.
6km
220m
220m
2h 35mTour published by:
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| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof | |
| (13m) | |
| Euthal, Schulhaus |
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.
7km700m400m4h 25m
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof | |
| (14m) | |
| Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni |
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.
10km640m640m5h 20mLandscape: Over a suspension bridge,With panoramic views
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| Einsiedeln | |
| (7m) | |
| Biberbrugg |
| Biberbrugg | |
| (9m) | |
| Biberegg |
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.
9km560m560m4h 40mTour published by:
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| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof | |
| (31m) | |
| Oberiberg, Tschalun |
| Oberiberg, Tschalun | |
| (10m) | |
| Ibergeregg, Passhöhe |
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.
5km170m170m2h 5mTour published by:
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| Einsiedeln | |
| (7m) | |
| Biberbrugg |
| Biberbrugg | |
| (7m) | |
| Rothenthurm |
| Rothenthurm, Bahnhof | |
| (19m) | |
| Oberägeri, Pfrundhaus |
| Oberägeri, Pfrundhaus | |
| (8m) | |
| Alosen, Raten |
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.
4km220m220m1h 55mTour published by:
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| Einsiedeln | |
| (7m) | |
| Biberbrugg |
| Biberbrugg, Bahnhof | |
| (30m) | |
| Schwyz, Zentrum |
| Schwyz, Zentrum | |
| (18m) | |
| Muotathal, Post |
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.
7km360m360m3h 25mLandscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Einsiedeln | |
| (7m) | |
| Biberbrugg |
| Biberbrugg, Bahnhof | |
| (30m) | |
| Schwyz, Zentrum |
| Schwyz, Zentrum | |
| (9m) | |
| Schwyz, Stoosbahn |
| Schwyz Stoosbahn (Talstation) | |
| (7m) | |
| Stoos SZ |
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.
2km150m150m1h 5mTour published by:
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| Einsiedeln | |
| (7m) | |
| Biberbrugg |
| Biberbrugg | |
| (25m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau RB | |
| (39m) | |
| Rigi Kulm |
From Eggbergen, an alpine terrace below Rophaien and Schön Chulm, snowshoers can trek through delightful scenery towards Hüenderegg.The reward awaiting them there is a tremendous view of the Urner mountain scenery.
5km480m200m3h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Einsiedeln | |
| (7m) | |
| Biberbrugg |
| Biberbrugg | |
| (25m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau | |
| (20m) | |
| Flüelen |
| Flüelen (Talstation Eggberge) | |
| (9m) | |
| Eggberge |
Trudge over the wonderful Gössigenhöchi, the view wanders into the Thur valley and from Lake Constance to Lake Zurich: The tour from the elevated health resort Hemberg to Ennetbühl is right up the street of those who like untouched landscapes. Your constant companion is the Säntis, the highest mountain in the Alpstein region.
9km660m740m5h 15mTour published by:
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| Einsiedeln | |
| (8m) | |
| Biberbrugg |
| Biberbrugg | |
| (49m) | |
| Wattwil |
| Wattwil, Bahnhof | |
| (18m) | |
| Hemberg, Dorf |
