The Best Trails in Schwyz (Switzerland)

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  • Brunni-Mythen

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    near Alpthal, Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    gulyasal
    Distance
    4.61mi
    Elevation +
    2582f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofBrunni-Mythen Photo ofBrunni-Mythen Photo ofBrunni-Mythen

    Tallest mountain in Schwyz with unencumbered views of all the Alps. Dangerous to hike in or after rain due to rock type; children must be attached to adult with rope.

  • Rigi Scenic Ridge Run (Kulm, Rotstock, Dosse, Scheidegg)

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    near Goldau, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Miguel Alcober
    Distance
    17.15mi
    Elevation +
    5541f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofRigi Scenic Ridge Run (Kulm, Rotstock, Dosse, Scheidegg) Photo ofRigi Scenic Ridge Run (Kulm, Rotstock, Dosse, Scheidegg) Photo ofRigi Scenic Ridge Run (Kulm, Rotstock, Dosse, Scheidegg)

    Done relaxed in 3h50 net time (Schweizmobil suggests 9h41 min hiking time). This is as scenic as it gets for the Rigi as the route aims to stay high and with ridge views. It is a circular run from Goldau. First 2-3...

  • Willerzell-Lachen

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    near Willerzell, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    gulyasal
    Distance
    7.26mi
    Elevation +
    1444f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofWillerzell-Lachen Photo ofWillerzell-Lachen Photo ofWillerzell-Lachen

    Take a bus from Einsiedeln to Willerzell, Bodenmattli, and begin your walk. This 4.5 hour walk to Lachen covers some of the nicest parts of the inner Schwyz region. Views are always impressive. Great food at Gueteregg. T...

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  • Rigi Kulm Goldau Snow run

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    near Goldau, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Miguel Alcober
    Distance
    11.87mi
    Elevation +
    4216f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofRigi Kulm Goldau Snow run Photo ofRigi Kulm Goldau Snow run Photo ofRigi Kulm Goldau Snow run

    Fun route in winter. You get a lot of sun after the forested area on the uphill from Goldau. Some sections have people with sledges so careful. Minicrampons were necessary as 80% was on snow, fortunately most of the sn...

  • Rigi from Küssnacht

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    near Küssnacht, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Vinalti
    Distance
    10.28mi
    Elevation +
    4977f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofRigi from Küssnacht Photo ofRigi from Küssnacht Photo ofRigi from Küssnacht

    We started from Küssnacht to go on the Rigi. I chosen to select the level "Difficult" for this hike, because : - For the begin of the hike, we took the wrong path, so there is about 30 minutes of hike in the wild, wi...

  • Rigi Kulm Sunset from Küssnacht

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    near Küssnacht, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Miguel Alcober
    Distance
    11.32mi
    Elevation +
    4432f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofRigi Kulm Sunset from Küssnacht Photo ofRigi Kulm Sunset from Küssnacht Photo ofRigi Kulm Sunset from Küssnacht

    Very easy route, only the height difference is meaningful, 1300m+ up, 2h27 moving time The aim of this route on the west side of the Rigi is to enjoy sunset views. Pick a sunny day and start running about 2.5 hours...

  • Oberiberg-Furggelenstock-Ibergeregg

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    near Laburg, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Cucufate
    Distance
    7.14mi
    Elevation +
    2169f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofOberiberg-Furggelenstock-Ibergeregg Photo ofOberiberg-Furggelenstock-Ibergeregg Photo ofOberiberg-Furggelenstock-Ibergeregg

    Great but demanding round tour. Starting at the parking of Oberiberg with beautiful forrest stretches, great views during the ascent and specially at the summit of Furggelenstock. In high risk of avalanche, better to avo...

  • Goldau Seebodenalp Panorama Rigi Kulm Circular

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    near Goldau, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Miguel Alcober
    Distance
    16.18mi
    Elevation +
    5213f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofGoldau Seebodenalp Panorama Rigi Kulm Circular Photo ofGoldau Seebodenalp Panorama Rigi Kulm Circular Photo ofGoldau Seebodenalp Panorama Rigi Kulm Circular

    Very runnable circular route with about 6 km of asphalt as you get out of and into Goldau. Done in 2 hr. 54 min. of moving time (8.9km/h). The path that follows the north side of the Rigi is mostly lined by trees. ...

  • Küssnacht Rigi Kulm Circular

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    near Küssnacht, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Miguel Alcober
    Distance
    12.37mi
    Elevation +
    4524f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofKüssnacht Rigi Kulm Circular Photo ofKüssnacht Rigi Kulm Circular Photo ofKüssnacht Rigi Kulm Circular

    On a clear day this route will not disappoint. 2h28 min net time. 20 km with 1400 metres of climb and equal descent. 22 of May 2019 there were some tiny bits of snow left on trail. Done well hydrated and with on...

  • Alpthal-Hagennegg-Mostelberg

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    near Alpthal, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    gulyasal
    with stefan.hradetzky
    Distance
    7.69mi
    Elevation +
    2198f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofAlpthal-Hagennegg-Mostelberg Photo ofAlpthal-Hagennegg-Mostelberg Photo ofAlpthal-Hagennegg-Mostelberg

    A 4.5 hour walk from Alpthal, through wild berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries), to the crest between the Alpthal valley and that of Rothenthurm/Sattel; along the crest to Haggenegg, with wonderous views of t...

  • Schwyz to Küssnacht via lake, half road half trail

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    near Seewen, Kanton Schwyz (Swiss Confederation)
    Author
    Miguel Alcober
    Distance
    21.30mi
    Elevation +
    1814f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofSchwyz to Küssnacht via lake, half road half trail Photo ofSchwyz to Küssnacht via lake, half road half trail Photo ofSchwyz to Küssnacht via lake, half road half trail

    Schwyz Ingenbohl Brunnen Gersau Vitznau Weggis Greppen Küssnacht Very flat path with good lake views (Vierwaldstätter). 16 km to through path (wanderweg) and 18 km through the road. The trail sections are the first 8...

  • Klingenstock Fronalpstock Ridge from Brunnen

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    near Ingenbohl, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Miguel Alcober
    Distance
    18.42mi
    Elevation +
    6424f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofKlingenstock Fronalpstock Ridge from Brunnen Photo ofKlingenstock Fronalpstock Ridge from Brunnen Photo ofKlingenstock Fronalpstock Ridge from Brunnen

    Very gradual almost gentle, but long up from Brunnen towards Stoos The path is gravel, wide enough for a vehicle. Once in Stoos turn to catch the mountain hiking path to Klingenstock. In Klingenstock you have an...

  • Stoos - Fronalpstock

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    near Chli Wissenflue, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    gulyasal
    Distance
    3.04mi
    Elevation +
    92f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofStoos - Fronalpstock Photo ofStoos - Fronalpstock Photo ofStoos - Fronalpstock

    A great walk with great views beginning at Stoos. Drive to the Stoosbahn outside Schwyz and take the newly built funicular! Steepest in Switzerland! There's a chairlift that runs between Stoos and Fronalpstock to get you...

  • Einsiedeln

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    near Einsiedeln, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    goartandkitchen
    Distance
    1.79mi
    Elevation +
    112f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofEinsiedeln Photo ofEinsiedeln Photo ofEinsiedeln

    A short random walk i the town and view to the famous and beautiful church of the abbey. Interesting videos: https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/madonna-s-fashion_famous-einsiedeln-statue-gets-dressed-up/41828900 https://w...

  • Grosse Mythen, Schwyz

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    near Holzegg, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    RenaRanu
    Distance
    4.36mi
    Elevation +
    1480f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofGrosse Mythen, Schwyz Photo ofGrosse Mythen, Schwyz Photo ofGrosse Mythen, Schwyz

    Grosse Mythen, Schwyz The actual hike up the mountain can be done in 1 hour (speedy climb 45 minutes), down in half an hour. I took much longer, since I was on a photography/interview assignment.

  • Brunnin - Grosser Myhen circular

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    near Brunni, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Guillem L
    with Bayle13
    Distance
    6.31mi
    Elevation +
    3150f
    TrailRank
    33| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofBrunnin - Grosser Myhen circular Photo ofBrunnin - Grosser Myhen circular Photo ofBrunnin - Grosser Myhen circular

    ENGLISH BELOW Ruta molt assequible tot i tenir un desnivell important i i trams molt verticals. Començem al parking de Brunni, només sortir ja podem gaudir del majestuós Grosser Mythen. Pujarem seguint paisatge bos...

    Really enjoyable trail. Only downside was that it was a very hot day and the trail does not offer much shade. Appreciate...
    Flavio Pergo

  • Mostelberg-Mythen-Brunni

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    near Mostelberg, Kanton Schwyz (Swiss Confederation)
    Author
    Victor Kuipers
    Distance
    10.69mi
    Elevation +
    4318f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofMostelberg-Mythen-Brunni Photo ofMostelberg-Mythen-Brunni Photo ofMostelberg-Mythen-Brunni

    A great hike offering superb views over Schwyz and Lake Lucerne. We begin at Mostelberg, which can be reached by cable car from Sattel-Aegeri. From Mostelberg we cross Europe's longest swing bridge and meander along a pl...

  • Schwyz: Wiselegg - Ober Brunnenwald - Pfiiffeggwald

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    near Galgenen, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    AMS777
    Distance
    11.23mi
    Elevation +
    3301f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofSchwyz: Wiselegg - Ober Brunnenwald - Pfiiffeggwald Photo ofSchwyz: Wiselegg - Ober Brunnenwald - Pfiiffeggwald Photo ofSchwyz: Wiselegg - Ober Brunnenwald - Pfiiffeggwald

    - There are several short risky parts with chains on the wall for support. For more info check: https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/lachen-pfiiffegwald-sattelegg-wiselegg-97978993

  • Zindlenspitz

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    near Innerthal, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    PBGuy
    Distance
    6.67mi
    Elevation +
    3776f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofZindlenspitz Photo ofZindlenspitz Photo ofZindlenspitz

    Route from Wäggitalrsee up to Zindlenspitz. Very beautiful peak and not crowded at all. I suggest to swim on the lake afterwards if weather allows it.

  • Stoos Klingenstock Gratwanderweg Fronalpstock Brunnen

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    near Stoos, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Miguel Alcober
    Distance
    13.54mi
    Elevation +
    3297f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofStoos Klingenstock Gratwanderweg Fronalpstock Brunnen Photo ofStoos Klingenstock Gratwanderweg Fronalpstock Brunnen Photo ofStoos Klingenstock Gratwanderweg Fronalpstock Brunnen

    Bus 504 to Morschach Seilbahn (last stop) Start in Stoos, follow signs for Klingenstock From there, follow the touristy narrow ridge path to Fronalpstock. Be mindful of walkers. Descent following signs for Stoos...

  • Illgau Sonnenterrasse

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    near Illgau, Kanton Schwyz (Switzerland)
    Author
    Miguel Alcober
    Distance
    7.27mi
    Elevation +
    2618f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofIllgau Sonnenterrasse Photo ofIllgau Sonnenterrasse Photo ofIllgau Sonnenterrasse

    Very easy trail. They call those slopes a "sun terrace" and they did not disappoint on a sunny day (22.3.2022) You take the bus to/park the car by the Illgau seilbahn It's all uncomplicated yellow trails, very g...

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