Rigi – Queen of the Mountains

At 1,797 meters above sea level, Mount Rigi rises like a peninsula from the lakes of Central Switzerland, offering broad alpine views from Europe’s oldest mountain railway.
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How to get there

Mount Rigi is easily accessible from all major Swiss cities by train, bus, or boat. From Vitznau or Arth-Goldau, a cogwheel railway leads to the top in around 30 min. From Weggis, the summit can be reached by cableway in just 10 min.

​ The essentials at a glance​

From tickets to timetables – everything you need to prepare your clients for a smooth travel experience to the Rigi – Queen of the Mountains.

Tickets

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  • Fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex)​
  • 50% discount with the Swiss Half Fare Card​
  • 50% discount with Eurail / Interrail
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Bookings and reservations ​

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Timetable

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  • Year-round operation​
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Services and experiences

  • Queen of the Mountains round trip – Pair a trip to Mount Rigi with a scenic boat cruise on Lake Lucerne.​

  • Steam train rides ​– On selected dates Mount Rigi can be ascended in historic carriages pulled by steam locomotives.​

  • Hiking ​– Various hiking and theme trails for all levels and every season. ​

  • Family experiences – Easy and fun hiking trails, campfire sites and playgrounds for families. ​

  • Wellness ​– “Mineral Bad & Spa Rigi Kaltbad”, an exclusive wellness experience with views of the alpine panorama.​

  • Restaurants – Twelve restaurants offer everything from local specialties to gourmet dining.​

In pictures​

  • Rigi Railway passes by a flower meadow, with Lake Lucerne and mountains in the background
  • Rigi Railway in winter on the way to the summit, Central Switzerland
  • Dinner in the gondola, Rigi, sunset
  • The aerial cable car from Weggis to Rigi Kaltbad on a sunny winter day
  • Steam locomotive No. 16 on its journey from Goldau to Rigi Kulm, Central Switzerland
  • The motor coach No. 12 on the way between Goldau and Rigi Kulm
  • The snow-covered Mount Rigi rising out of the sea of fog, Lucerne
  • Cable car from Kräbel to Rigi Scheidegg, Lucern
  • The articulated railcar in the winter landscape, Rigi
  • Cogwheel train traveling through the snowy landscape on Mount Rigi, Lucerne

Explore Mount Rigi​

Find further information on the official website.​
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