Michaelskreuz Chapel – Michaelskreuz Pass Summit loop from Meierskappel

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Meierskappel

Michaelskreuz Chapel – Michaelskreuz Pass Summit loop from Meierskappel

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Michaelskreuz Chapel – Michaelskreuz Pass Summit loop from Meierskappel

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7.94km

290m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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52 m

Start of Kinderweg

Highlight • Trail

Start is in the center of Meierskappel. Nice boards with information about the cow and for the kids to discover/try out.

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1.78 km

View of the Sea of Fog and Mountains

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2.84 km

View of Lake Zug and the surrounding mountains

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Nice view in good weather!

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3.98 km

Michaelskreuz Chapel

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A brochure from the parish of St. Martin in Root provides information on the history of the power place Michael's Cross: "Around 1,500 years ago, the pious Medardus decided to …

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4.06 km

The chapel looks simple, with thick stone walls, and invites reflection and contemplation 🕊️🙏. From up there, you have a great view of the mountains and Lake Zug – perfect for enjoying nature and leaving everyday life behind 🏞️👀.

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4.19 km

Restaurant Michaelkreuz

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Good service, friendly with a large parking lot

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4.29 km

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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5.01 km

Gisikon-Root - Michaelskreuz - Meierskappel - Ibikon - Gisikon-Root

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A very nice hike of medium difficulty, can be done all year round, but in the winter months it should be noted that it is not frozen, especially in the …

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