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The Top 10 Mountain Passes around Menzingen

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Menzingen 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 8, 2025

Katzenstrick Pass

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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

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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

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Short, crisp ascent from Einsiedeln Hospital to the Katzenstrick.

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Raten Pass Summit

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From Gottschalkenberg over the Raten down to Zug, mega downhill with tip-top view over the Ägerisee.

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Ruchegg Pass (1,225 m)

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The Ruchegg is a simple transition from Rothenthurm to Trachslau. Nice view and then cool descent to Trachslau!

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Hirzel Heights

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Gravel bike highlight. Instead of taking the road, take the hiking trails to the top of the Hirzel. You'll be rewarded with a fantastic view of Lake Zurich and Lake Zug.

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Chatzestrick Pass summit

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The Chatzestrick Pass connects Einsiedel and Altmatt with the pilgrimage route, where bikers and hikers meet.

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Katzenstrick–Altmatt Pass Road

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Small pass road (gravel), prohibited for motorized traffic. Biker's paradise!

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Chälen 1022 m

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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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Zugerberg Ascent via Blasenberg

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This climb (and descent) is possible at any time of the year.
Many people do this climb to escape the fog in winter.

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