The Top 7 Mountain Passes around Einsiedeln
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Einsiedeln 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 27, 2025
Sattelegg Pass Restaurant
Highlight • Restaurant
Nice service, electricity is also available to charge the e-bike.
For racing bike, mountain bike, or as a hiker a meeting point or starting point,
large parking lot.
For racing bike, mountain bike, or as a hiker a meeting point or starting point,
large parking lot.
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Katzenstrick Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
The Chatzenstrick / Katzenstrick has nothing to do with a cat (Swiss German: Chatz) or with a rope. The first part of the word goes back to a farmer named …
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Etzel Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
In summer it is a popular destination for hikers, motorcyclists and cyclists. In addition to the highly recommended St. Meinrad restaurant, the pass also has the Etzel Chapel, which was …
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View of Einsiedeln from Katzenstrick
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
Short, crisp ascent from Einsiedeln Hospital to the Katzenstrick.
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Chatzestrick Pass summit
Highlight • Mountain Pass
The Chatzestrick Pass connects Einsiedel and Altmatt with the pilgrimage route, where bikers and hikers meet.
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Katzenstrick–Altmatt Pass Road
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
Small pass road (gravel), prohibited for motorized traffic. Biker's paradise!
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Chälen 1022 m
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Tiny pass crossing from Sihlsee (near Gross) to Alpthal (near Einsiedeln). Chälen is on the well-known "Hummel" MTB route. From point 1022 you can also drive west on a trail (first forest road) into the Alpthal.
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