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Lucerne — The Myth-man

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Lucerne — The Myth-man

Hiking Collection by Switzerland Tourism

Lucerne — The Myth-man

11 routes

82:31

241km

12,640m

An exhilarating ascent to a spectacular summit with an unforgettable panoramic view of the Alps, Lake Lucerne and the surrounding villages and towns — that’s the Great Myth. Together with the myth-man Armin Schelbert, we will take you up this unique mountain on the first hike.

Armin has climbed the Great Myth more than 4,600 times and knows the mountain like the back of his hand. Whether in the dark, to watch the sunrise on the summit, by day to bring the mail to the Mythen hut or simply to enjoy the mountain and the view — Armin climbs the summit several times a day. Let yourself be fascinated by the mountain and join us on the Great Myth.

For the challenging hike, you will need some alpine experience, good footwear, and sure-footedness, then you can get started. From the Brunni-Holzegg mountain station, you will climb up the 47 hairpin bends to the summit. You will certainly meet the myth-man — you will probably bump into Armin when you are strengthing yourself at the Mythen hut with delicious nut and almond peaks, if not before. Oh and if you meet the 74-year-old on the way, try your best to keep up with him: it takes him about 40 minutes to ascend — the average hiker one hour and 20 minutes...

But, there is much more to discover and experience around Lucerne than just the Great Myth. That's why we've put together ten experiences in the region in this Collection. Whether you are looking to hike long distances or just for the day, you will find the right experience for you in Lucerne: from scenic tightrope hikes to leisure lakeside strolls, hikes for foodies or with a cable car ride.

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1. Wanderung auf den Großen Mythen – Der Mythen-Mensch

1.84km

01:20

410m

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Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Moderate

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Hard

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Hard

7.50km

03:02

130m

590m

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Hard

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Hard

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Hard

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Hard

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Hard

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Moderate

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Collection Stats

Activities

11

Distance

241 km

Duration

82:31 h

Elevation

12,640 m

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