The Top 8 Mountain Passes around Rigi Kaltbad
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Rigi Kaltbad and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: November 21, 2025
Staffelhöhe
Highlight • Viewpoint
This is where the cantonal border between Lucerne and Schwyz lies. Originally, the Vitznau Rigi Railway was only allowed to run as far as Staffelhöhe. For a long time, it …
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Michaelskreuz Pass Summit
Highlight • Mountain Pass
The Michaelskreuz is also known as the Alp d'Huez of central Switzerland so a must for every cyclist.
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Gätterlipass Mountain Lodge
Highlight • Mountain Hut
Junction on the Rigi; But there are definitely better vantage points than the Gätterli Pass.
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Gehren Saddle
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
Varied and easy-to-drive tarred road to Gehren (barbecue area, alpine inn, onward journey to the Wildspitz)
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Zugerberg Ascent via Blasenberg
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
This climb (and descent) is possible at any time of the year.
Many people do this climb to escape the fog in winter.
Many people do this climb to escape the fog in winter.
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