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: January 14, 2026

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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 5.65 km for 499 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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192 m

Vitznau Rigi Railway Station

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

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1.63 km

View of Lake Lucerne from Vitznau

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Parking available and therefore a good starting point

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2.18 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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4.98 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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5.45 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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6.60 km

St. Antoni Chapel

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church

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7.38 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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7.54 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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8.18 km

Theiler Wäldli

Forest

8.93 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.66 km

2.39 km

2.06 km

883 m

457 m

294 m

174 m

Surfaces

4.27 km

2.20 km

984 m

883 m

415 m

159 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (970 m)

Lowest point (440 m)

Weather

Friday 3 April

17°C

7°C

15 %

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