recommended routeThe Rigi Goethe Path
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Conquer the Queen of the Mountains in the footsteps of the great poet of world literature! The Rigi Railway takes you comfortably to the starting point of Romiti. From Rigi First, the mountain trail first leads over lush mountain meadows and then through beautiful mixed forests to heights with spectacular views. Above Kloesterli, where Goethe stayed, it crosses the Arth-Rigi railway line. The crowning ascent via Staffel to the Rigi summit follows, where the fantastic 360° panoramic view will make you forget any strain in no time. The poet-prince took the way to the summit on his first Swiss journey (1775) under his feet and was very enthusiastic. Come and let yourself convinced.
For your information
You can find the current operating status of the railways and hiking trails here .
In order to let our next generation also be inspired from the Queen of the Mountains, may we ask you to dispose of your own waste at Rigi Stations. Thank you.
Author’s recommendation
Rest Stop
Kessiboden-StubliAlpwirtschaft Obere First
Rigi Kulm-Hotel
Restaurant Bahnhöfli
Rigi Pic Snack & Shop
Gasthaus Rigi-Bärenstube
Chalet Schild
Felsentor Gartenwirtschaft
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Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Romiti, the starting point of this hike, is easily accessiable via Vitznau by cogwheel train.
Getting there
A4 highway - exit Küssnacht - direction to Weggis - VitznauParking
At Rigi Railway Vitznau station you will find parking spaces for a fee.
Further information about getting there and parking
However, we recommend you to arrive by public transportations instead of cars: just lean back, enjoy and do something good for the environment.
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