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title: "Rigi First Circular route"
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description: "The easy-to-walk path takes you from the village square of Kaltbad to Rigi First. On the flat and very easily walkable path with wonderful views of Lake Lucerne, special attention is due to the reformed mountain church by Zurich architect Ernst Giesel as well as the typical snow-covered conglomerate cliffs. From the sunny terrace at First, the idyllic upper First path leads back to Kaltbad. A delightful circular route without any exertion. Notes You can find the current operational status of the railways and trails here. So that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of Mountains, please dispose of your waste at the Rigi Bahn stations. Thank you."
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Rigi First Circular route
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- 2.44 km long
- Round trip
- Difficulty: easy
- Condition: very easy
- Great panorama
- Winter hiking

- 0:30 h
- 2.44 km
- 57 m
- 57 m
- 1,437 m
- 1,493 m
- 56 m
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- Start: Rigi Kaltbad
- Destination: Rigi Kaltbad

Rigi Kaltbad - Rigi First - Rigi Kaltbad

The First route is an easy yet scenic hiking trail that leads through the magical Rigi winter wonderland.

The easy-to-walk path takes you from the village square of Kaltbad to Rigi First. On the flat and very easily walkable path with wonderful views of Lake Lucerne, special attention is due to the reformed mountain church by Zurich architect Ernst Giesel as well as the typical snow-covered conglomerate cliffs. From the sunny terrace at First, the idyllic upper First path leads back to Kaltbad. A delightful circular route without any exertion.

**Notes**

You can find the current operational status of the railways and trails

So that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of Mountains, please dispose of your waste at the Rigi Bahn stations. Thank you.

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Waypoints
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Start

Start

Rigi Kaltbad

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Destination

Destination

Rigi Kaltbad

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Pavements

Asphalt (46%)

Gravel (7%)

Trail (47%)

Best to visit

suitable

Depends on weather

- Jan
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Directions

Rigi Kaltbad (1436 m) - Rigi First (1453 m) - Rigi Kaltbad (1436 m)

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Tour information

- Cable car tour
- Circular trail
- Familiy-Friendly
- Refreshment stop

Equipment

Good winter equipment: hiking boots with good tread, rain jacket, drink, food, possibly poles.

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Directions &amp; Parking facilities

**Getting there**

From the A4 exit Küssnacht towards Weggis - Vitznau

From the A4 exit Brunnen towards Vitznau - Weggis

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**Parking**

Paid parking is available at the Rigi Bahn stations.

However, we recommend public transport instead of a car: sit back, enjoy, and also do something good for the environment.

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**Public transportation**

Rigi Kaltbad, the starting point of the hike, is accessible via Vitznau by cogwheel train or by cable car from Weggis.

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Author

Gäste-Service Rigi / Schwyzer Wanderwege

Organization

Gäste-Service Rigi

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

I can warmly recommend a stay at the Mineral Bath &amp; Spa Rigi Kaltbad to conclude the hike.

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Safety guidelines

Please always follow the marked winter hiking trails.

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