recommended route
Rigi Tour - SwitzerlandMobility Route 963
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/ Seepromenade in BrunnenPhoto: Schwyz Tourismus, Ferien- und Ausflugsregion Schwyz -
/ Waldabschnitt der Rigi-TourPhoto: Schwyz Tourismus, Ferien- und Ausflugsregion Schwyz
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/ UrmibergPhoto: Schwyz Tourismus, Ferien- und Ausflugsregion Schwyz
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/ Restaurant Urmiberg mit BergbahnPhoto: Schwyz Tourismus, Ferien- und Ausflugsregion Schwyz
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/ Rast mit Blick auf den Lauerzersee und die beiden MythenPhoto: Schwyz Tourismus, Ferien- und Ausflugsregion Schwyz
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/ Verschnaufpause beim GätterliPhoto: Schwyz Tourismus, Ferien- und Ausflugsregion Schwyz
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/ Blick nach Gersau am VierwaldstätterseePhoto: Schwyz Tourismus, Ferien- und Ausflugsregion Schwyz
Though not really technically difficult, you need to be fit for this demanding tour. It is amply rewarded by wonderful distant views.
After a flat section along Lake Lucerne, the ascent to the Gätterli Pass begins at Gersau. The ride leads to Timpelweid via Alp Egg and the Gottertli. Just before the Urmiberg is a short section where you need to dismount. This is followed by a rapid descent down to the valley and along the Muota back to where you started.
Author’s recommendation
- Victorinox Museum and Visitor Centre
- Lake Lucerne
Safety information
The lakeside road between Brunnen and Gersau is very busy on weekends. The route is waymarked in one direction only: Brunnen - Gersau - Gätterli - Brunnen.Tips and hints
www.schweizmobil.ch/de/mountainbikeland/routen/route-0963.htmlStart
Destination
Turn-by-turn directions
Note
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Brunnen lies on the most important north-south railway axis and benefits from excellent connections with the rest of the Swiss Federal Railways network. Excellent rail links.
Insider's tip: take the bike on the boat and enjoy the trip on Lake Lucerne to Brunnen.
Getting there
Ein dichtes Netz gut ausgebauter National- und Hauptstrassen verbindet Brunnen mit allen wichtigen Zentren der Schweiz und der Nachbarländer. Weitere Informationen: www.tcs.ch oder www.maps.google.chParking
Auf dem Ortsplan von Brunnen finden Sie die verschiedenen Parkplätze eingezeichnet. Alle Parkplätze sind kostenpflichtig.
Empfehlung für Langzeitparkierer 24h/CHF 5.- Muotaplatz.
Coordinates
Equipment
Basic Equipment for Mountain Biking
- Cycling helmet
- Cycling gloves
- Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket)
- Sunglasses
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
Technical Equipment for Mountain Biking
- Air pump or CO2 pump including cartridges
- Puncture repair kit
- Replacement inner tube
- Tire levers
- Chain tool
- Hex keys
- Phone / device holder as required
- Bike lock as required
- Where applicable, the bike must meet requirements for road use by having a bell, front and rear lamps and spoke reflectors
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
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