Breathtaking views, varied hiking trails and plenty of history - expect all this and more on the Schwyzer Höhenweg. With a total of 62 kilometres (39 mi) and 3,610 metres (11,843 ft) of ascent, it takes you to the heart of the Swiss Alps, from Küssnacht am Rigi to Einsiedeln.

The Schwyzer Höhenweg (Schwyzer High Path) is characterised by the three historic mountains of Rigi, Rossberg and Mythen. Each of these mountain massifs has its own story to tell. On the Rigi, railway history dominates the landscapes. On the Rossberg, the story is closely linked to the fateful 2nd September 1806, when gigantic masses of rock slid down the slopes of the Gnipen into the valley. The geological history of the Myths, in turn, is fascinating. The Mythen are remnants of a rock cover that has otherwise been completely eroded north of the Alps.

In addition to these three mountains steeped in history, you can enjoy the panoramas and views down into most of the valleys of the original canton of Schwyz, as well as Lake Zug and Lake Lucerne.

In this Collection, the Schwyzer Höhenweg is divided into five stages. The paths aren’t difficult and can be taken by novice hikers with minimal mountain experience. You’ll need a good level of fitness, though, as the gradients can be steep. The stages are between 8 and 19 kilometres (5 - 12 mi) with an average ascent of 900 metres (2,950 ft).

You can reach Küssnacht am Rigi and Einsiedeln easily by public transport. There’s more information on the Swiss Federal Railway website: sbb.ch/en.

Have fun and enjoy the fantastic views on the Schwyzer Höhenweg.