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Switzerland
Zentralschweiz
Schwyz
Küssnacht (SZ)

Rigi Kulm – Rigi Kulm summit loop from Rigi

Moderate

5.0

(3)

67

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Rigi Kulm – Rigi Kulm summit loop from Rigi

04:13

9.24km

740m

Mountaineering

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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1.40 km

View of Lake Zug from Rigi Kulm

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One of the most beautiful places in Switzerland.

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2.90 km

Nice view and delicious food, you can see 10 lakes from the top.

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4.08 km

If you are above the sea of fog, you are at least partially lucky; without fog and clouds and rain and wind, you are completely lucky.

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4.29 km

A very nice but difficult mountain hike, it is quite steep uphill and downhill. Hiking poles recommended, surefootedness and alpine experience must be available. There are very nice viewpoints around the entire mountain hike. On the whole way there are always benches, as well as isolated barbecue areas. After arriving at Rigi Kulm, the view of the Alps and the lakes is a dream for the eyes and soul.

Highlight of the mountain hike I felt the following for me:

- Chapel of the Holy Cross is very nice to visit when it is open. However, you can have a look. Was built in 1685 and renovated in 1778. For mountain hiking a very nice place with a wonderful view of Lake Lucerne.

- After the chapel on the way there are bunkers, maybe you could go in with a flashlight, the doors are open. Unfortunately I didn't have a headlamp with me, so I can't say what it's like inside.

- Felsentor the view is just fabulous. Here you can eat something at the Felsentor Foundation. There is a nice outdoor space.

- Rigi Kaltbad First there are various shops (small ones) where you can buy something. There are also various restaurants (Restaurant Gratalpstübli, Restaurant Alpina, and a creperie.

- Rigi Staffel there is also a very nice restaurant (Restaurant Gnuss) with a dreamlike terrace. As well as at the station there are public toilets

- Rigi Kulm here you have reached the summit and now you can admire the view. Various benches are available to have something to eat or there is also a large restaurant and a small kiosk.

Important: This tour starts directly from the parking lot. Fees due.

For information: difficult mountain hike

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4.43 km

Rigi Kulm

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Comprehensive panorama in all directions.

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4.52 km

Mocha coffee

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there is no nicer place for a fine Caffee Mocca

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4.54 km

Rigi Kulm summit

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The highest peak of the Rigi is the Rigi Kulm (1,797 meters). You can ascend via various hiking trails, all of which are very beautiful, or take the Arth-Rigi-Bahn railway up. From the summit, you can enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Zug and sometimes a sea of clouds. The sunrise on the Rigi is particularly impressive. It is worth getting up early for this unforgettable experience.

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6.91 km

Very nice barbecue area. Also extremely beautiful at sunset.

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9.24 km

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4.04 km

1.98 km

1.88 km

1.33 km

Surfaces

5.00 km

1.91 km

1.69 km

623 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 20 August

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