- 2:10 h
- 6.42 km
- 245 m
- 72 m
- 1,424 m
- 1,643 m
- 219 m
- Start: Station Wölfertschen-Rigi First
- Destination: Rigi-Scheidegg
The Felsenweg is a section of the popular and beautiful high route along the former Rigi-Kaltbad-Scheidegg railway. Walk effortlessly over the mighty Unterstetten railway bridge and experience a piece of railway history. You will pass an old passenger carriage that now serves as a holiday home, a short tunnel, and a water station for the steam locomotives. The magnificent panorama of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains is your constant companion.
Lush green hills, wild meadows, and interesting rock formations line the path. Like a painting appears the splendid panorama with the shimmering lakes and the majestic Alps in the background. On the way, you will find cozy rest areas and fire pits for relaxing. If you prefer a leisurely stop, the alpine restaurants also offer a good option. The route remains varied until the destination Rigi Scheidegg and can also be walked in reverse.
Notes
You can find the current operating status of the railways and hiking trails here.
So future generations can also enjoy the queen of the mountains, please dispose of your waste at the stations of the Rigi railways. Thank you.
Waypoints
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
Rigi Wöfertschen-First (1453 m) – Rigi First-Felsenweg - Unterstetten (1451 m) – Hinder Dossen (1546 m) – Rigi Scheidegg (1656 m)
Tour information
Cultural Interesting
Mountain Railway Tour
Nature Highlight
Equipment
Hiking shoes with good tread or trekking shoes, rain jacket, drink, provisions, possibly poles.
Directions & Parking facilities
Via motorway A4, exit Goldau.
At the stations of the Rigi railways (Goldau and Kräbel), paid parking spaces are available.
However, we recommend public transport instead of a car: Sit back, enjoy, and do something good for the environment.
The journey is comfortably done by public transport. Here is the timetable
The hiking ticket for this hike includes the following train rides:
- from Kräbel to Rigi Scheidegg by aerial cableway
- from Wölfertschen to Kräbel by cog railway
You can find the Rigi railways timetables here.
Additional information
Requirements for wheelchair users: difficult
During the last 300 metres there is a gradient of approx. 14%. An accompanying person is recommended.
Author
Gäste-Service Rigi / Schwyzer Wanderwege
Organization
Schwyzer Wanderwege
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
A refreshment break at Chalet Schild, with a magnificent view of the Alps, is highly recommended.
Safety guidelines
The Felsenweg is closed in winter
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