
Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Zug 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 Zug. Explore the map to find all snowshoe hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities accessible from anywhere in Switzerland.
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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.
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| Zug, Bahnhofplatz | |
| (7m) | |
| Baar, Talacher |
| Baar, Talacher | |
| (16m) | |
| Oberägeri, Station |
| Oberägeri, Station | |
| (9m) | |
| Alosen, Raten |

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.
Landscape: Over a suspension bridge,With panoramic views
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| Zug | |
| (15m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau | |
| (14m) | |
| Biberegg |

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.
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Zug | |
| (41m) | |
| Flüelen |
| Flüelen, Hauptplatz | |
| (1m) | |
| Flüelen, Eggberge Talstation |
| Flüelen (Talstation Eggberge) | |
| (9m) | |
| Eggberge |

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.
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| Zug | |
| (31m) | |
| Schwyz |
| Schwyz, Bahnhof | |
| (26m) | |
| Muotathal, Post |

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.
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| Zug | |
| (15m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau RB | |
| (39m) | |
| Rigi Kulm |

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.
Landscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Zug | |
| (44m) | |
| Altdorf UR |
| Altdorf UR, Bahnhof Ost | |
| (11m) | |
| Schattdorf, Dorf |
| Schattdorf (Talstation Haldi) | |
| (5m) | |
| Haldi |

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.
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| Zug | |
| (15m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau | |
| (7m) | |
| Schwyz |
| Schwyz, Bahnhof | |
| (27m) | |
| Ibergeregg, Eseltritt |

Snow crunching underfoot amidst a snowy winter landscape – the range of hills featuring the Napf on the right, a mountain backdrop with the Risetenstock, Schimbrig and Schafmatt on the left. And once you arrive at the First, a welcome Entlebuch-style coffee with schnapps. What more could you ask for?
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| Zug | |
| (19m) | |
| Luzern |
| Luzern | |
| (16m) | |
| Wolhusen |
| Wolhusen | |
| (13m) | |
| Schüpfheim |
| Schüpfheim, Bahnhof | |
| (9m) | |
| Hasle LU, Heiligkreuz Kirche |

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.
Landscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Zug | |
| (32m) | |
| Brunnen |
| Brunnen, Bahnhof | |
| (14m) | |
| Morschach, Luftseilbahn |
| Morschach Talstat. (Luftseilb) | |
| (8m) | |
| Stoos Bergstat. (Luftseilb) |

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.
Landscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Zug | |
| (19m) | |
| Luzern |
| Luzern | |
| (20m) | |
| Niederrickenbach Station |
| Niederrickenbach Talstation | |
| (8m) | |
| Niederrickenbach Dorf |