From Weggis on foot up to Rigi Kulm
1,447 metres of ascent in 10.8 kilometres: this climb leads from the lakeshore in Weggis at 439 metres all the way up to Rigi Kulm at 1,767 metres. The elevation range of 1,328 metres is among the largest in the collection; allow five hours.
The route from above
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Elevation profile
Route description
The starting point is Weggis on Lake Lucerne. The climb begins at once and gains around 1,015 metres by kilometre 7.2; on the way the path crosses the Chienbach, the Vorderer Lützelauerbach and the Speuzibach.
At kilometre 4.5 the path passes the Felsentor; the steepest passage comes shortly before it at kilometre 4.1 and reaches around 27 per cent. Via the Wichmatt, Rigi Kaltbad is reached at kilometre 6.3, where the Hotel-Restaurant Alpina invites you to a break.
After a second climb of 129 metres, the final push of 186 metres follows from kilometre 9.1 at Rigi Staffel. At kilometre 10.3 Rigi Kulm is reached, where the Restaurant Kessiboden awaits; the highest point lies at kilometre 10.7 at 1,767 metres.
Several sections require a sure step and sturdy footwear, and the almost 1,450 metres of ascent call for very good fitness. If you would rather not walk back down, take the railway from Rigi Kulm. The tour can be walked from May to October.
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Getting there / public transport
By public transport or boat to Weggis; the hike starts at the Felsberg stop. Current timetable at sbb.ch.
Food and drink
Hotel-Restaurant Alpina at kilometre 6.5 in Rigi Kaltbad and Restaurant Kessiboden at kilometre 10.3 on Rigi Kulm.
Best time of year
Recommended: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct