Mount Rigi Activities
enjoy the variety!
Activities on the mountain
Two cogwheel trains, seven aerial cable cars, countless hotels and restaurants, the renowned Mineralbad & Spa Rigi Kaltbad, all types of hiking trails, from a simple walk to a tour lasting several hours, panoramic toboggan runs, family ski areas and many more summer and winter activities for all ages. And the list continues! This is the Queen of the Mountains.
HIKING FROM ONE PEAK TO THE OTHER
And just this view! Hiking on the Rigi means you have a wide range of selections from 120 kilometres of trails: from leisurely, barrier-free walking to challenging hiking. On Mt. Rigi, no matter where you decide to blaze your trail, the specular and seemingly endless views will be your loyal hiking friend. And a total of 1400 meters in altitude divides the lake from the mountain and a wide grid of adventure hiking trails offers plenty of places for one to recharge the battery.
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Rigi Floral Trail - From Rigi Staffel to Rigi Känzeli
A very easy walk on well-made paths. In the area around Rigi Kaltbad it's even suitable for prams and wheelchairs. This nature tour offers both stunning views and fascinating insights into the diverse plant life and geology of Mt. Rigi.
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Rigi Kaltbad - Känzeli vista point - Rigi Kaltbad
An easy, panoramic hiking trail awaits you, which is also suitable for pram or wheelchair users.
Visit the charming rock chapel at the starting point of this easy walk.
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Classic Rigi Hike Rigi Kulm – Staffel
This easy high-altitude walk features magnificent views out over the Swiss plateau to the Black Forest, the Vosges mountains and the Alps, as well as a breathtaking bird's-eye view over the Lake Lucerne and Lake Zug.
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Rigi Kaltbad – lower Firstweg – First – upper Firstweg – Rigi Kaltbad
This easy walk goes from the village square in Kaltbad to Rigi First, some of the way on an asphalted track. On the way, there are benches and a playground to spend some time at. From the sunshine terrace in First, the idyllic upper Firstweg takes you back to Kaltbad… a lovely round trip that is not at all strenuous. -
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PARAGLIDING
Paragliding is truly an unforgettable moment - without a license you can fly while accompanied by an experienced pilot who will guide you above the breath-taking scenery and make you feel like you are flying. Just stand in the wind and you can take off smoothly. By letting the glider fill with air, it forms a lift and off you go! -
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Spa
A spa world at its most refined. Unspoiled nature, an interlaced grid of hiking trails through the magnificent alpine flora, lonely sunsets, romantic waterfalls, clear streams, and rock basins. Search and feel the different energy in those places. Just let yourself go, float away, and stay in the Mineralbad & Spa Rigi Kaltbad or dive into the natural whey bath at Alp Chäserenholz.
Top 3 activities in winter
ENJOY WINTER
Whether it is summer or winter, the Queen of the Mountains offers activities for every season. Rock the slopes with your skis or sled or enjoy the wintery panorama on snowshoes.
FUN ON THE SLOPES
The Mount Rigi railways take you up through the snow-covered landscape to magnificent viewpoints, where a family and beginner-friendly ski resort awaits you. This little but charming ski area is perfectly situated and easy to access, which will bring you loads of fun in the snow.
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Toboggan Run Rigi Kulm-Staffel-Klösterli
The most popular sledge run on the Rigi. It runs from Rigi Kulm via Rigi Staffel to Rigi Klösterli.
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Rigi Kulm Rental Centre
At Rigi Kulm, right next to the top station of the mountain railway, is the Rigi Kulm rental centre where you can hire items like sledges and snowshoes. -
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The Rigi Panorama Path
The panoramic hike from Rigi Kaltbad to Rigi Scheidegg is wonderful just like a winter dream. In this entire area you will find inviting restaurants with panoramic terraces or hearty picknick places with prefilled firewood. Even in winter!
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Snowshoe Tour Rigi via Chäserenholz (2.8km)
This snowshoe trail from Rigi Kulm leads you down the valley to Obere Schwändi. On the way back you will pass the alp Chäserenholz, where the alpine farmer will be pleased to serve you a delicious cheese plate.
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Rigi Kulm – Staffel – Staffelhoehe – Kaenzeli – Rigi Kaltbad
Discover the winter magic of the Rigi now. This route is very popular for the hikers of all ages. You will march steadily downhill and go over more than 300 metres in altitude.