Tell-Trail stage 3: Brunnen - Rigi Kaltbad - Lucerne
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Description
A wonderful view of the nearby peaks accompanies you today along the entire route. From the shore of Lake Lucerne in Brunnen, you ascend with the cable car to the Urmiberg. This is followed by a challenging hike over the Gätterli Pass, past the mountain inn Rigi-Burggeist. At the latest at the Känzeli viewpoint, the camera won't stay in your pocket any longer. The view over the fjord-like Lake Lucerne is overwhelming. Shortly afterwards, you reach Rigi Kaltbad. By cog railway down to Vitznau and boat trip to Lucerne.
Hiking time: approx. 5 hours | Distance: 16 km (without mountain railways & boat) | Ascent: 843 m (with mountain railways: 1,537 m) | Descent: 430 m (with mountain railways: 1,537 m)