Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Vitznau 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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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.
2 km
150 m
150 m
1h 5mTour published by:
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From the start at the Klewenalp mountain station high above Lake Lucerne, the trail first leads downhill to Wangiboden. Further on, the Brämegg viewpoint boasts spectacular views of the lake and the mountains of Central Switzerland. Head back to the mountain station via Röthen.
3 km190 m190 m1h 40m
Landscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp,Onto a mountain peak
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| 3600 (17m) | |
| 2556 (10m) | |
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.
7 km360 m360 m3h 25mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp
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| 508 (29m) | |
| 504 (3m) | |
| 504 (16m) | |
| 2580 (8m) | |
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.
10 km640 m640 m5h 20mLandscape: With panoramic views,Over a suspension bridge
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| 508 (34m) | |
| S3 (12m) | |
| S31 (14m) | |
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.
4 km220 m220 m1h 55mTour published by:
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| 508 (55m) | |
| 501 (26m) | |
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.
5 km480 m200 m3h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| 3600 (17m) | |
| 310 (20m) | |
| 402 (3m) | |
| 401 (3m) | |
| PB (9m) | |
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.
9 km560 m560 m4h 40mTour published by:
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| 508 (55m) | |
| 505 (25m) | |
Snowshoeing through nature's hushed stillness, under firs laden with fresh snow, in Brüsti near the Chulm mountains. The icing on the cake: a beautiful view stretching far down the Urner Reuss valley.
4 km300 m300 m2h 25mTour published by:
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| 508 (33m) | |
| IR46 (11m) | |
| 408 (7m) | |
| PB (15m) | |
The Haldi trail on the sunny alpine terrace above Schattdorf rewards snowshoers with fantastic views of the Urner valley floor. And that’s not all: it is said to have a healing effect.
7 km420 m420 m3h 40mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp
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| 508 (33m) | |
| IR46 (11m) | |
| 412 (11m) | |
| PB (5m) | |
This moderately challenging snowshoe trail surrounded by pristine nature offers stunning views into the Engelberg Valley, away from the hustle and bustle. It leads from the Maria-Rickenbach pilgrimage site with its famous monastery mainly through the forest and across meadows.
5 km240 m240 m2h 20mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp
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| 3600 (45m) | |
| IRLEX (20m) | |
| PB (8m) | |
