View of the Grosser Mythen – Rocky trail on the Grosser Mythen loop from Alpthal

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View of the Grosser Mythen – Rocky trail on the Grosser Mythen loop from Alpthal

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View of the Grosser Mythen – Rocky trail on the Grosser Mythen loop from Alpthal

04:20

7.85km

710m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 6, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.20 km for 2.65 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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299 m

Trail to the Grosser Mythen from the Brunni parking lot

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very pretty here, very pretty

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423 m

View of Grosser Mythen from Brunni

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Arrived in Bruni early in the morning and he stands there like a rock in the surf 🤩😍.

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1.89 km

View of the Grosser Mythen

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A wonderful view of the Mythen, a very attractive mountain that exudes something special.

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2.76 km

Rocky trail on the Grosser Mythen

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The climb is quite steep and requires surefootedness, but is rewarded with a unique view.

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3.23 km

Gruebiweg ascent, Grosser Mythen

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Safe path with beautiful views

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3.45 km

Near the summit of Grosser Mythen

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Beautiful view. Great way. However, many people and even more who hike little or never.

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3.58 km

Red Rock Traverse on the Grosser Mythen

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The climb is super steep and rocky, the beautiful view from the summit is well deserved! This red rock is particularly impressive!

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5.27 km

Grosser Mythen

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7.85 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.31 km

2.49 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.20 km

2.42 km

761 m

447 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 8 November

8°C

2°C

73 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

June 1, 2024,Wanderung zum Großen Mythen

A fascinating tour of the Mythen. You have to go there at least once in your life. An experience even in bad weather.

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July 5, 2024,Uf e 👣 Gross 📷 Mythe

Secondly, I went alone...but you're never really alone on the way to the summit. Choosing a normal weekday doesn't help either. I wonder what's going on up there on a Sunday🤔🤨😅
People go where it's nice...there's nothing you can do about it😉

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August 29, 2022,Wanderung

Time in motion was definitely more than 1:35 hrs, more like 3 hrs.

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July 31, 2024,Gschwind en Nussgipfel ufem Gipfel - Brunni, Grosser Mythen, Retour

Late again, and today it's actually too hot for the Gross Mythen, but I know what I'm letting myself in for. But apparently many don't... some are going without water, not recommended, even if there is a hut at the top.
The rock heats up quickly in the morning... Tip: it's more bearable again from around 4 p.m.

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August 14, 2023,Mythentrail

The Great Mythen is considered a landmark, "local mountain" of Zurich and is almost as well known as the Matterhorn.
A sharp tooth from all sides, from which one does not want to believe that there is a relatively easy "path" leading up. A certain degree of surefootedness and a head for heights is still required. And you should avoid …

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October 12, 2025,Brunni - Holzegg - Grosser Mythen

It's exactly 47 hairpin bends until you reach the top of the Grosser Mythen.

At the top, you'll be treated to a view of the Glarus and Uri Alps, which invites you to pause for a moment.

Today, there was also a view of a beautiful sea of fog.

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July 15, 2022,Wanderung

Good shoes are highly recommended. The path is well secured and easy to do, but should not be underestimated.

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September 25, 2026,Brunni - Grosser Mythen

The Grosser Mythen is a striking rocky summit in the Schwyz Alps and is considered a landmark of the canton of Schwyz

Location and altitude
It is located in the canton of Schwyz, east of Schwyz and south of the village of Alpthal, between the Schwyz basin and the Alptal

The altitude is 1,898 m above sea level.

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