A short circuit on Rigi Scheidegg
600 metres, four metres of ascent and no gradient to speak of: this circuit right by Rigi Scheidegg is the shortest route in the whole collection. It suits a quick outing with small children or a leg-stretch between the ride up and the ride down.
The route from above
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Elevation profile
Route description
The circuit begins and ends at Rigi Scheidegg at 1,646 metres. There are all of seven metres between the lowest and highest points, and the highest spot is reached after just 100 metres.
The route makes no technical demands; sturdy footwear is enough. At kilometre 0.5 stands the Berggasthaus Rigi-Scheidegg, so the loop combines well with a break. It is recommended from June to October.
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Good to know
Getting there / public transport
By public transport to Goldau, then the cable car from Kräbel up to Rigi Scheidegg. Current timetable at sbb.ch.
Food and drink
Berggasthaus Rigi-Scheidegg at kilometre 0.5, practically at the start and finish of the loop.
Best time of year
Recommended: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct