Gersau is a region situated on the southern slopes of Mount Rigi, directly on the shores of Lake Lucerne in Central Switzerland. This unique geographical location provides a diverse landscape, combining mountain terrain with lakeside environments. The area is characterized by its mild microclimate, which supports distinct flora. These natural features make Gersau suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Gersau offers a variety of outdoor activities for different…
142
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4.7
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Average rating
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People visited

4.8
(181)
1,160
hikers
14.4km
04:51
520m
520m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(5)
36
hikers
10.8km
03:41
160m
760m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(21)
166
hikers
6.55km
03:41
610m
610m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(24)
195
hikers
7.43km
02:35
410m
410m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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7
runners
8.39km
01:19
490m
370m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
(15)
662
runners
11.3km
01:11
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
87
runners
15.4km
02:10
460m
460m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
31
runners
26.7km
03:41
1,380m
1,380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.7
(46)
223
riders
32.6km
02:47
890m
890m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(27)
202
riders
61.7km
03:39
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(10)
108
riders
33.6km
03:24
1,340m
1,340m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

16
riders
14.6km
01:48
790m
780m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.5
(14)
248
riders
37.0km
01:54
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(9)
172
riders
32.3km
01:55
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

79
riders
38.1km
02:32
1,070m
1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(2)
57
riders
22.3km
02:06
1,090m
1,090m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
(2)
106
riders
33.9km
03:47
1,500m
1,500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
101
riders
32.3km
03:22
1,190m
1,190m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.9
(8)
88
riders
61.1km
04:39
1,310m
1,310m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.6
(5)
80
riders
11.4km
00:44
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
37
hikers
11.1km
06:54
1,220m
1,220m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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14
hikers
10.2km
05:10
980m
980m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(2)
19
hikers
13.9km
06:42
1,030m
1,040m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(1)
14
hikers
6.14km
04:25
520m
520m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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1.0
(1)
22
riders
46.2km
03:52
1,430m
1,430m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
riders
36.8km
03:57
1,670m
1,670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
riders
35.6km
03:12
1,430m
1,430m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
18
riders
50.0km
03:38
1,150m
1,150m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gersau offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features 43 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.61 stars from more than 52,000 ratings.
Gersau features 32 hiking routes, ranging from lakeside paths to mountain trails on Mount Rigi. The region offers more than 70 km (43 miles) of marked hiking trails, including sections of the Waldstätterweg and the Swiss Path. For detailed information, consult the Hiking around Gersau guide.
Gersau provides several hiking trails suitable for families. These routes often feature easier terrain and scenic points of interest. Specific family-friendly options are detailed in the Family-friendly hikes around Gersau guide.
Gersau offers dog-friendly hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore the region with their pets. Specific regulations regarding leashes or restricted areas may apply. Information on suitable routes can be found in the Dog-friendly hikes around Gersau guide.
Gersau offers routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. There are 3 touring cycling routes, 1 road cycling route, and 2 mountain biking routes. Detailed information on these routes is available in the Cycling around Gersau guide.
Gersau features dedicated routes for road cycling, often along scenic lakeside paths or through the surrounding landscape. These routes cater to various skill levels. For specific routes and details, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Gersau guide.
Gersau offers 4 dedicated jogging routes suitable for runners. These trails provide diverse terrain for various running preferences. Information on these routes can be found in the Running Trails around Gersau guide.
Gersau is situated on the shores of Lake Lucerne and the southern slopes of Mount Rigi. The region's highlights include viewpoints, trails, facilities, climbs, huts, cycle ways, and summits. The mild climate supports unique Mediterranean flora.
Gersau is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 417,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 43 available routes have received over 52,000 ratings, averaging 4.61 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Gersau offers hiking routes that are accessible from public transport stations. This allows visitors to reach trailheads without private vehicles. Specific routes and access points are detailed in the Hikes from bus stations around Gersau guide.
Additional information about Gersau can be found on the official website, gersau.ch. For direct inquiries, the Gersau Tourism office can be reached by phone at +41 41 829 70 70.

