--- title: "Rigi - Mark Twain Trail" url: "https://www.weggis-vitznau.ch/en/translate-to-englisch-tour/rigi-mark-twain-trail" description: "Before guests could comfortably reach the Queen of the Mountains from 1871 with the first mountain railway in Europe, they used this traditional hiking path from Weggis. So did the writer and globetrotter Mark Twain. In his book \"A Trip to Mt. Rigi\" he describes his ascent, which took him three days at the time. On the partly steep path, 8 information boards invite you to rest. The signs take you into the world of the humorous and witty author, who magically describes the Rigi. Especially romantic, almost mystical, is the passage at the Felsentor, where massive rock pillars pile up in the open mountain forest. From Rigi Kaltbad, the hike leads on winding paths to the summit at 1,800 m above sea level. Notes The current operating status of the railways and hiking trails can be found here. So that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of the Mountains, we ask you to dispose of your waste at the stations of the Rigi railways. Thank you." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2858683/52881ddba4c3a2ecbb6e98416c9893de33e0b8ebcf5fb66b8cfd0e4388cee9c7/mark-twain-denkmal-in-weggis.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > The offical Weggis Vitznau Rigi guide > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Rigi - Mark Twain Trail ======================= - 10.81 km long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Great panorama - Theme trail Mark Twain Denkmal in Weggis Durch eine mystische Waldlichtung gehts zum Felsentor Heiligkreuz Kapelle Weggis Aussicht bei der Heiligkreuz Kapelle Weggis Aussicht bei der Stiftung Felsentor - 5:50 h - 10.81 km - 1,361 m - 28 m - 439 m - 1,767 m - 1,328 m - - Start: Weggis - Destination: Rigi Kulm Weggis – Felsentor – Rigi Kaltbad – Rigi Staffel – Rigi Kulm Following in the footsteps of Mark Twain. This scenic mountain hike offers everything for a beautiful hiking day. After the ascent of just over 1,350 meters in altitude, you will be rewarded with fantastic views for the hiking effort. Before guests could comfortably reach the Queen of the Mountains from 1871 with the first mountain railway in Europe, they used this traditional hiking path from Weggis. So did the writer and globetrotter Mark Twain. In his book "A Trip to Mt. Rigi" he describes his ascent, which took him three days at the time. On the partly steep path, 8 information boards invite you to rest. The signs take you into the world of the humorous and witty author, who magically describes the Rigi. Especially romantic, almost mystical, is the passage at the Felsentor, where massive rock pillars pile up in the open mountain forest. From Rigi Kaltbad, the hike leads on winding paths to the summit at 1,800 m above sea level. **Notes** The current operating status of the railways and hiking trails can be found . So that future generations can also enjoy the Queen of the Mountains, we ask you to dispose of your waste at the stations of the Rigi railways. Thank you. Read more Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Weggis - Minigolf course - Tourist Information - Sports shop - carriage ride - Fireplace - Fireplace - Viewpoint Destination Destination Rigi Kulm Show more Good to know ------------ Pavements Asphalt (26%) Gravel (15%) Trail (47%) Path (11%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Weggis (435 m) – Felsentor (1120 m) – Rigi Kaltbad (1436 m) – Rigi Staffel (1604 m)– Rigi Kulm (1797 m) Read more Tour information - Cable car tour - Culturally interesting - Refreshment stop Equipment Hiking shoes with good tread or trekking shoes, rain jacket, drink, food, possibly poles. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there** From Küssnacht towards Weggis village From Schwyz towards Brunnen - Gersau - Weggis village We recommend public transport instead of car: sit back, enjoy and do something good for the environment at the same time. Read more **Parking** In the village of Weggis, paid parking spaces are available. Read more **Public transportation** The journey is convenient by bus or boat from Küssnacht or Brunnen. Read more Additional information Read more Author Gäste-Service Rigi / Schwyzer Wanderwege Organization Schwyzer Wanderwege Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author My personal favorite place to linger is at the Felsentor, where I let the mystical atmosphere affect me and gather strength for the further way. The perfect place to just be. Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Customs - concert - concert - Place of interest - Places of interest - Handicrafts - seaside resort - Tours 5.74 km - Theme trail 5.07 km - Theme trail 6.93 km - Theme trail - Webcams - Media - Media - Media Contact 6353 Weggis Download GPX file - - - -