Wissifluh Viewpoint – Vitznau Rigi Railway Station loop from Lake Lucerne

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Wissifluh Viewpoint – Vitznau Rigi Railway Station loop from Lake Lucerne

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Wissifluh Viewpoint – Vitznau Rigi Railway Station loop from Lake Lucerne

04:27

12.1km

690m

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: August 5, 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 3.90 km for 875 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.23 km

Viewpoint over Lake Lucerne

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The hike to this viewpoint above Rotschuo offers one of the most breathtaking panoramas of Lake Lucerne. You will stand above the sparkling blue waters of the lake, framed by …

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3.70 km

Wissifluh Viewpoint

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With unsurpassable views, the extremely friendly owners will serve drinks & homemade organic food. Overnight possibility given.

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6.03 km

View of Vitznau and Lake Lucerne

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The deep view from the Vitznauer Stock on Vitznau and the lake is simply awesome.

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6.19 km

View of Lake Lucerne and Bürgenstock from the Wissifluh Trail

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The ascent is accompanied by recurring insights into Lake Lucerne, the area around Emmetten, Schärhorn to Chaiserstock, Rigi and Pilatus.

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7.28 km

View of Lake Lucerne and Surrounding Mountains

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A very beautiful vantage point with a view of the picturesque Waldstättersee and the breathtaking mountains that surround it.

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7.83 km

Vitznau Rigi Railway Station

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Here you buy the tickets for the train ride on the RIGI

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9.61 km

View of Vitznau and Lake Lucerne

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Here you have a wonderful view of the town of Vitznau and the picturesque Lake Lucerne, surrounded by mountains.

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12.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.97 km

3.14 km

1.78 km

987 m

870 m

197 m

174 m

Surfaces

6.98 km

2.55 km

1.57 km

870 m

126 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 6 October

21°C

11°C

20 %

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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Comments

January 1, 2023,Wunderschöne Aussicht Runde von Talstation Zahnradbahn Vitznau-Rigi Kulm

In winter there is a part of the way after the mountain station, which would be officially closed due to falling rocks and ice.

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August 2, 2022,🇨🇭 Vitznau Wissifluh Runde

At the beginning the route led a little bit through the village and along the road by the lake. Then it went uphill on wide asphalt paths. After about 3 km we came to a pasture with goats, much to the delight of the children. The asphalt path turned into a beautiful meadow path here. From here you have many …

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August 17, 2021,Vitznau - Wissiflu- Vitznau-Runde

A small but not necessarily easy tour. After the brisk ascent from Vitznau via the Beiz Kuorez (where I treated myself to an alcohol-free beer), we continued to the “Panoramabänkli”, where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Lake Lucerne and the lower Nas. There is a "danger" of losing some time here if you just let your mind wander …

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