Rigi
Queen of the Mountains
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Welcome to the Rigi The Rigi is a whole world of its own: two cogwheel railways, seven aerial cableways, hotels and restaurants, wellness in the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa, numerous hiking trails with several summits to climb as well as summer and winter activities for adults and children. "Rigi television" – the panorama that made the Rigi so well-known – is the constant companion. The view roams over 13 lakes and a sea of jagged peaks: Säntis, Glarus, Urner and Bernese Alps, far in the west a few peaks in the Jura mountain range, and the Black Forest in the north. With optimal visibility, 24 of the 26 Swiss cantons can be spotted from Rigi Kulm. Welcome to the Queen of the Mountains.
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Table of contents Rail- and Cableways
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Round trips & majestic railway moments
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Accommodation and restaurants
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Summer on the Rigi
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Wellness
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Top events in the summer
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Winter on the Rigi
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2013/2014 calendar of events
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Rail- and Cableways on the Rigi The Rigi: one mountain and boundless possibilities. Whether you travel to the Rigi from KĂźssnacht, Weggis, Vitznau, Gersau/Obergschwend, Brunnen or Goldau, the two cogwheel railways and the seven aerial cableways enable you to rediscover the Queen of the Mountains over and over again.
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Vitznau – Rigi Kulm / Weggis – Rigi Kaltbad / Goldau – Rigi Kulm Even the journey to the „Queen of the Mountains“, the most popular daytrip mountain in Switzerland, is an experience: the two cogwheel railways from Vitznau and Goldau and the panoramic aerial cable car from Weggis offer a breathtaking panoramic view of the Alps, 13 lakes and the whole midland up to Germany and France. Mt. Rigi Railways possess also the world‘s biggest nostalgic cogwheel railway fleet of vehicles, and can boast Europe‘s first mountain railway (1871) as among its attractions. Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87 www.rigi.ch rigi@rigi.ch
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Goldau Kräbel – Rigi Scheidegg In only 6 minutes with the aerial cableway you can reach the sun terrace with the brilliant 360° view at 1,656 metres above sea level. Phone +41 (0)41 828 18 38 www.rigi-scheidegg.ch info@rigi-scheidegg.ch
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Küssnacht – Seebodenalp On the Seebodenalp, about 1,000 metres above the sea, a fantastic view of Mt. Pilatus and the foothills of the Alps delights visitors. Phone +41 (0)41 850 19 33 www.luftseilbahnseebodenalp.ch info@luftseilbahnseebodenalp.ch
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Gersau Obergschwend – Rigi Burggeist The Obergschwend cableway above Gersau takes 10 minutes to reach Rigi Burggeist, where a cosy mountain inn invites you to enjoy its hospitality. Phone +41 (0)41 828 16 86 www.rigi-burggeist.ch berggasthaus-burggeist@gmx.ch
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Vitznau – Hinterbergen The Hinterbergen, located above Vitznau on the southern slope of the Rigi, are an ideal starting point for unique hiking experiences. Phone +41 (0)41 397 16 87 www.hinterbergen.ch hinterbergen@bluewin.ch
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Vitznau – Wissifluh The hotel‘s own aerial cableway leads to the vantage point of the mountain restaurant Wissifluh with a magnificent mountain panorama. Phone +41 (0)41 397 13 27 www.wissifluh.ch wissifluh@wissifluh.ch
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Brunnen – Urmiberg/Timpel With a height difference of over 700 metres, the Urmiberg cableway brings hikers and bon vivants quickly over the misty border. Phone +41 (0)41 820 14 05 www.urmiberg.ch luftseilbahn.urmiberg@bluewin.ch
RigiPlus ticket The RigiPlus ticket is a child-friendly ticket with which you can combine all nine cableways on the Rigi. The day ticket is valid for three different zones in which the corresponding ticket is valid for all cableways: • Zone 1: Hinterbergen, Wissifluh, Urmiberg, Burggeist, Seebodenalp • Zone 2: Zone 1 plus Scheidegg, Kaltbad, Staffelhöhe, Klösterli, Wölfertschen • Zone 3: Zone 1 and zone 2 plus Staffel and Kulm For people with a RigiPlus ticket, children up to age 16 travel free of charge. The ticket is available at all cableway stations as well as at the Tourist Information offices in Weggis, Vitznau, Gersau and Brunnen.
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Round Trips Majestic Round Trip An unbeatable classic – the "Majestic Round Trip" has been delighting young and old visitors for years. The combination of a boat trip on Lake Lucerne, the trip from Vitznau with Europe’s first cogwheel railway (1871) up the Rigi and the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) train trip from Arth-Goldau back to Lucerne guarantees an eventful full-day or half-day excursion. Round trip tickets are available via the Lake Lucerne Navigation Company (SGV) or SBB. Hiking Round Trip on Historic Trails Europe’s first mountain railway leads you from Vitznau to Rigi Kaltbad. From Rigi Kaltbad you hike along the route of the disused Rigi Scheidegg railway over a viaduct and through a tunnel to Rigi Scheidegg (7 km). The Rigi Scheidegg aerial cable car takes you back to Kräbel with a connection to the Arth-Goldau railway station. Ticket: RIGI BAHNEN AG "Wanderbillett" (hiking ticket). Hiking Round Trip with Wellness The journey to Küssnacht on the Rigi occurs by boat or train. You can conveniently reach Seebodenalp with the aerial cable car. You continue by foot to Känzeli and Rigi Kaltbad, where relaxation at the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa is the order of the day. The aerial cable car from Rigi Kaltbad to Weggis brings you back to the foot of Mount Rigi. Round trip tickets are available via SGV or SBB (excl. admission to the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa). "Summiteer" Hiking Round Trip This hiking round trip invites summiteers to witness unknown Rigi panoramas that are off the beaten track. You ride with the aerial cable car from Brunnen to Urmiberg. On the mountain hiking trail (marked blue) you hike via Hochflue and Gätterli to Obergschwend. The aerial cable car brings you to Rigi Burggeist, and you hike on beautiful hiking trails to Hinterbergen. The aerial cable car brings you comfortably to Vitznau from there. Ticket: RigiPlus ticket, zone 1.
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Majestic Railway Moments Sunrise Trip Sunday, 29.6.; 6./27.7.; 10./17./24./31.8.; 7./14.9.2014 and Friday, 1.8.2014; from Goldau Enjoy the magnificent panorama with the sunrise and sound of alphorns on the Rigi and then have breakfast on the Rigi Staffel afterwards. Even Mark Twain appreciated this natural spectacle. Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87, www.rigi.ch Majestic Evening Atmosphere Friday, 13.6.; 11.7.; 15.8.; 12.9.2014; 18.45; from Vitznau A nostalgic trip in the lounge car with a royal aperitif, the majestic panoramic view with sunset and a fine evening meal – an attractive combination in order to get to know the Queen of the Mountains from another side. Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87 www.rigi.ch
Atmospheric Steam Train Trips Every Sunday, 6.7.-31.8.2014 & 1.8.2014; Friday, 1.8.2014 from Vitznau For nostalgia fans, train lovers and families: the steam train trip up Mount Rigi can also be wonderfully combined with a steam boat trip on Lake Lucerne. Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87 www.rigi.ch The Floating Restaurant Every Saturday, 7.6.-27.9.2014; 19.45 - 21.45 Culinary pleasures and breath-taking sunsets in the panoramic cabin of the Weggis – Rigi Kaltbad aerial cableway – an exclusive mountain experience! Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87 www.rigi.ch
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Accommodation and Restaurant Weather you prefer a state-of-the-art hotel with famous panoramic view or a cosy mountain inn: There is a range of different accommodations you can choose from. Dining stands out with variety on Mount Rigi: you can enjoy gourmet menus in the Gault Millau restaurant on the Rigi as well as a spicy Rigi alp cheese fondue in a rustic alpine hut. The culinary legacy of the Rigi with regional specialities delights every gourmet’s heart.
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Rigi Kulm-Hotel Rigi Kulm Phone +41 (0)41 880 18 88 www.rigikulm.ch hotel@rigikulm.ch Hotel Rigi Kaltbad Rigi Kaltbad Phone +41 (0)41 399 81 81 www.hotelrigikaltbad.ch info@hotelrigikaltbad.ch Hotel Alpina Rigi Kaltbad Phone +41 (0)41 397 11 52 www.alpina-rigi.ch hotel@alpina-rigi.ch
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Hotel Edelweiss Rigi Staffelhöhe Phone +41 (0)41 399 88 00 www.edelweiss-rigi.ch willkommen@edelweiss-rigi.ch Hotel Klösterli Rigi Klösterli Phone +41 (0)41 855 05 45 www.kloesterli.ch hotel@kloesterli.ch Chäserenholzhütte Alp Chäserenholz Phone +41 (0)41 855 02 06 chaeserenholz@bluewin.ch
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Mountain Inn Rigi Burggeist Rigi Burggeist Phone +41 (0)41 828 16 86 www.rigi-burggeist.ch berggasthaus-burggeist@gmx.ch
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Rigi Maison Rigi Scheidegg | Phone +41 (0)41 828 17 20 www.rigi-maison.ch Festpark Rigi Staffel Rigi Staffel | Phone +41 (0)41 750 23 21 www.festpark-rigi.ch Skihaus Chalet Schild Rigi First | Phone +41 (0)41 760 44 02 www.sc-oberwil-zug.ch Hotel Rigi First Rigi First | Phone +41 (0)41 859 03 10 www.rigifirst.ch Mountain Inn Unterstetten
Rigi Unterstetten | Phone +41 (0)41 855 01 27
Heiri-Hütte Rigi Klösterli | Phone +41 (0)41 855 01 32 www.arth-online.ch/heirihuette Mountain Inn Wissifluh Wissifluh | Phone +41 (0)41 397 13 27 www.wissifluh.ch Mountain Inn Bärfallen Brunnen | Phone +41 (0)79 373 42 02 www.baerfallen.ch
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j Private parking D Garage l Elevator m Wheelchair access r Snack/Bistro e Public restaurant C Bar B Dancing, Night Club L Playground q Suitable for families o All rooms with telephone
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p Central location f Conferences and banquets k Very quiet location c Rooms with bath/shower b Rooms without bath/shower q Bath/shower in the house t Fireplace n All rooms with TV m All rooms with radio Washing machine R
O Internet + W-Lan O Childbed Q Pets admitted
u Pets not admitted I Outside pool J Indoor pool A Hotel garden or park D Terrace/garden restaurant I Balcony E Restaurant with view H Diet meals M Sauna F Laundry BW Bed linen Tax Visitor’s tax Z Rooms n Hotel opening dates
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Restaurants E6
Rigi Kulm-Hotel | Rigi Kulm Phone +41 (0)41 880 18 88 www.rigikulm.ch hotel@rigikulm.ch
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Restaurant und Souvenirshop Rigi Pic | Rigi Kulm Phone +41 (0)41 857 03 05 www.rigipic.ch
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Restaurant Bahnhรถfli | Rigi Staffel Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 66 www.rigi.ch rigi@rigi.ch
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Hotel Rigi Kaltbad | Rigi Kaltbad Phone +41 (0)41 399 81 81 www.hotelrigikaltbad.ch info@hotelrigikaltbad.ch
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Hotel Alpina | Rigi Kaltbad Phone +41 (0)41 397 11 52 www.alpina-rigi.ch hotel@alpina-rigi.ch
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Hotel Bergsonne | Rigi Kaltbad Phone +41 (0)41 399 80 10 www.bergsonne.ch hotel@bergsonne.ch
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Hotel Edelweiss | Rigi Staffelhรถhe Phone +41 (0)41 399 88 00 www.edelweiss-rigi.ch willkommen@edelweiss-rigi.ch
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Mountain Inn Rigi Burggeist | Rigi Burggeist Phone +41 (0)41 828 16 86 www.rigi-burggeist.ch berggasthaus-burggeist@gmx.ch
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Mountain Inn Rigi Scheidegg | Rigi Scheidegg Phone +41 (0)41 828 14 75 www.rigi-scheidegg.ch berggasthaus@rigi-scheidegg.ch
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Hotel Klösterli | Rigi Klösterli Phone +41 (0)41 855 05 45 www.kloesterli.ch hotel@kloesterli.ch
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Chäserenholzhütte | Alp Chäserenholz Phone +41 (0)41 855 02 06 chaeserenholz@bluewin.ch
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Öko-Hotel Gruebisbalm | Grubisbalm Phone +41 (0)41 397 16 81 www.gruebisbalm.ch oeko-hotel-gruebisbalm-rigi@bluewin.ch
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Restaurant Hinterbergen | Hinterbergen Phone +41 (0)41 397 16 87 www.hinterbergen.ch restaurant@hinterbergen.ch
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Hotel Restaurant Rigi Seebodenalp | Seebodenalp Phone +41 (0)41 850 10 02 www.hotelseebodenalp.ch gast@hotelseebodenalp.ch
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Mountain Inn Ruodisegg | Seebodenalp Phone +41 (0)41 850 36 59 www.ruodisegg.ch info@ruodisegg.ch
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Holderenhütte | Seebodenalp Phone +41 (0)41 850 44 28
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Grod | Seebodenalp Phone +41 (0)41 850 82 44
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Mountain Inn Räb | Seebodenalp Phone +41 (0)79 385 01 18 www.raebalp.ch s.o.greter@bluewin.ch
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Alpenhof with Rigi High Wire Park | Seebodenalp Phone +41 (0)41 850 10 73 www.restaurant-alpenhof.ch info@restaurant-alpenhof.ch
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Restaurant Timpelweid | Urmiberg Phone +41 (0)41 820 14 05 www.urmiberg.ch luftseilbahn.urmiberg@bluewin.ch
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Rigi Kulm | Phone +41 (0)76 321 71 20
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Rigi Kaltbad | Phone +41 (0)79 460 00 46
Alpwirtschaft Firsthütte
Rigi First | Phone +41 (0)79 689 98 38
Berggasthaus Chalet Schild
Rigi First | Phone +41 (0)41 855 02 53
Alp Schild
Rigi Schild | Phone +41 (0)41 855 05 80
Berggasthaus Unterstetten
Unterstetten | Phone +41 (0)41 855 01 27
Heiri-Hütte
Rigi Klösterli | Phone +41 (0)41 855 01 32
Gartenwirtschaft Felsentor
Romiti | Phone +41 (0)41 397 17 76
Restaurant Gätterlipass
Gersau | Phone +41 (0)41 828 11 53
Restaurant Obergschwend
Gersau | Phone +41 (0)41 828 14 80
Restaurant Dächli
Goldau | Phone +41 (0)79 311 63 41
Restaurant Wissifluh
Wissifluh | Phone +41 (0)41 397 13 27
Berghaus Bärfallen
Brunnen | Phone +41 (0)79 373 42 02
Gartenrestaurant Kuorez
Gersau | Phone +41 (0)41 828 19 23
Alpencafé Rigi Maison
Rigi Scheidegg | Phone +41 (0)41 828 15 73
Hotel Rigi First
Rigi First | Phone +41 (0)41 859 03 10
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Rigi village shop with groceries and more... In the Rigi village shop you will find fine regional products that are produced by the farmers around the Rigi. In addition to the regio shop there is a Victorinox store with pocket and household knives, travelling luggage, perfume, etc. The village shop on the village square of Rigi Kaltbad sells more than 1,000 items (groceries, fruit, vegetables, drinks and household goods) and offers a postal service. Phone +41 (0)41 397 03 66 Rigi "Indulgence Box" The Rigi "Indulgence Box" ("Rigi-Gnuss-Chischtli") is made of Rigi wood, padded with fragrant Rigi hay, and filled with wonderful products and specialities from farmsteads in the Rigi municipalities Greppen, Weggis and Vitznau. - Earthy products: dried meat, goat cheese, "cakes in a jar", dried cherries - Farm specialities: "Oberberg natural sausage", "Gruebis herbal tea", "herbal oil from Rita’s garden", "Haldi mustard", pear vinegar - Bound to be a hit: Rigi capers, Rigi walnut oil, wild garlic paste, mixture of mountain herbs & spices - Sweets: "Schokokrönli" ("Chocolate Crowns"), "Rigi nut biscuits", dessert cherries, "Rigi bars", honey www.naturigi.ch rigi-gnuss-chischtli@naturigi.ch Rigi alp cheese Superlative local cheese pleasure: whether spicy or mild, with herbs, olives or chilli. Would you rather have goat cheese? Or should it be a "Rigi Formaggini"? Aromatic Rigi milk is refined into the finest cheese by Franz-Toni Kennel at Alp Chäserenholz as well as by the Annen family at Alp Trieb. The delicacies can be purchased directly from the farmstead, and a visit to both alpine cheese dairies can be combined in the course of a leisurely hike.
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Summer on Mt. Rigi Mount Rigi offers real summer pleasure and pure hiking enjoyment: 120 km of car-free hiking routes with fabulous views, the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa, covered fire-sites, attractive activities for children and a wide and varied range of hotels and restaurants with sun terraces will delight you with perfect summer experiences.
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Hiking
1 Rigi Flower Trail Signposted flower trail Rigi Kaltbad - Känzeli - Staffelhöhe Rigi Staffel. Cliff path from Rigi First, 2h, 5km As well as fabulous views, this nature tour reveals educational insights into botany and the geology of Mt. Rigi.
2 Rigi Panoramic Trail Rigi Kaltbad – Scheidegg, 2h, 7km A obstacle-free hiking trail at around 1,500 m above sea-level with wonderful 360° view of the alpine landscape. Historic buildings and bridges, one tunnel and one viaduct round off this attractive main artery of the Rigi hiking mountain.
3 Natural Treaures Trail Rigi Kaltbad - Rigi First - Unterstetten - Seeweg - Hinterbergen, 2h30, 5.8 km This hike guarantees breathtaking views down onto Lake Lucerne and long-distance views into the alps of Lake Lucerne Region.
4 Mark Twain Trail Weggis - Rigi Kaltbad - Rigi Kulm, 4h, 10.9 km The route follows the trail of the author and globetrotter Mark Twain to Rigi Kulm - hiking as it was in the days before the opening of the first Rigi Mountain Railway in 1871.
5 Rigi Ridge Hike Rigi Kaltbad – Rigi Scheidegg – Gätterlipass – Urmiberg: 5h, 12.6 km The hike from Rigi Kaltbad over the Rigi Ridge towards Urmiberg is attractive and varied. You hike on natural trails across alpine countryside featuring unique alpine flora with a beautiful vista. Numerous mountain restaurants along the way provide an opportunity for refreshments. At the end you ride comfortably with the aerial cable car to Brunnen.
6 Seebodenalp Glacier Track Cableway station/parking area Seebodenalp – Ruodisegg – Hinter-Boden – Holderen – Seebodenalp parking area: 1h30, 4.5 km Plunge into the Ice Age on the easy thematic trail. Information panels at five locations report on the various Ice Ages and which traces they have left behind at Seebodenalp.
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Guided Hikes Rigi Wild Herb Walks Stroll together with wild herb expert Susan Zurm체hle across mountain spring meadows and through the forest. Become acquainted with edible Rigi wild herbs and collect these for the wild herb lunch which you will prepare and enjoy together by the fire. Sat., 24.5.; Fri., 6.6.; Sat., 28.6.; Fri., 11.7.; Mon., 14.7.; Fri., 25.7.; Mon.; 28.7.2014; 10.45; Rigi Kaltbad (village shop on the corner) Phone +41 (0)79 706 55 86 (Susan Zurm체hle) www.atelier-am-see.ch Botanical Hikes You can follow the traces of nature while participating in guided botanical and natural history excursions. Beautiful and rare flowers and plants bloom on Mount Rigi. During this easy tour, a knowledgeable guide from the association "Pro Rigi" will show where you can find the flora and will give you an understanding of the botanical wonders of the Queen of the Mountains with interesting explanations. Wednesday, 14.5.-30.7.2014; 10.00; Rigi Kaltbad (village shop on the corner) Saturday, 7.6.; 5.7.; 2.8.2014; 10.00; Rigi Staffel station Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87 www.prorigi.ch Rigi Scheidegg Hiking Night Hike along on the 9th Hiking Night, when night turns into day. The guided full moon hike starting at Rigi Scheidegg is a unique experience. Hike in the moonlight under the starry sky and above the sea of many small lights of civilisation. The guided circular hike across the Rigi Dossen ends with a goulash soup prepared over the fire at Gruebi Scheidegg. Night trips back to Kr채bel/Goldau are organised. Saturday/Sunday: 12./13.7.2014 Phone +41 (0)79 616 37 77 www.rigi.com
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Horse-Drawn Carriage - Rigi Kaltbad In a horse-drawn carriage you can travel comfortably through the fairytale land of Mt. Rigi with a magnificent view of the lake and mountains - ideal for relaxation and letting go. Phone +41 (0)41 227 18 20 www.rigi.com
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Miniature Golf Rigi Kaltbad This miniature golf course (18-hole) in the „Parkwald“ woodlands is only a few minutes by foot from Rigi Kaltbad Station. Right next door, there is the playground Rigiland for the little ones. Bats & balls: Rigi Sport, Rigi Kaltbad, 9.00 - 17.00 Phone +41 (0)41 227 18 20 www.rigi.com
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Cheese Dairy The cheese dairy Chäserenholz beneath Rigi Kulm is an insider tip for adults and children: a homey Rigi alpine inn with outdoor area, alpine cheese dairy, alpine farm and numerous alpine events. The fine Rigi cheese is produced here and on the alp Trib!Phone +41 (0)41 855 02 06 www.rigi.com
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Rigi Ropes Course Skill, fun and action: the ropes course at Seilpark Rigi is a beautiful adventure park at the foot of Mount Rigi. The ropes course provides seven different routes with various levels of difficulty. Fun is guaranteed for adults and children (minimum height 135 cm). Phone +41 (0)79 844 06 24 www.seilpark-rigi.ch
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Paraglider Passenger Flights Rigi Unique and spectacular passenger flights from Rigi Kulm over Lake Zug or Lake Lucerne, with a view of the alpine panorama and far into the midland (flying time approx. 20-50 min.). Phone +41 (0)79 357 95 56 www.paragliding-rigi.ch
Climbing on Mount Rigi Various attractive climbing gardens in the rocky slopes of Chileflue, Sunneplättli, Sattelflüe and Tridwand and on the Rigi Hochflue above Gersau are available to visitors. Climbing the routes is at one’s own risk Phone +41 (0)41 227 18 20 www.rigi.com
ORIGINALS – your friendly hosts If the weather is good at Känzeli, Rigi Kulm and at other locations, the ORIGINALS will tell you about many interesting and unknown things about Mount Rigi. Do you have any questions about the panorama, timetable or the floral splendour? Would you like tips regarding hikes, restaurants or recreational activities? Do not hesitate – the ORIGINALS will gladly help you!
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Rigiland Playground This generously sized playground is located only five minutes away from the centre of Rigi Kaltbad and offers Rigi‘s littlest guests an exciting environment in a beautiful natural setting.
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Rigi Scheidegg Playground - with two ground trampolines On Rigi Scheidegg there is the biggest and most varied children‘s playground on Mt. Rigi. The big hits are two ground trampolines that guarantee fun for the whole family.
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Rigi Scheidegg Ark 360° The ark at 1,656 m above sea-level offers a fantastic all-round view high above the sea of mist - where the sun shines the longest and the flood never reaches! A revolving bench gives a comfortable 360° panoramic view of the mountains and lakes.
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Family Paradise Rigi Burggeist Ludo, nine men‘s morris, and as a special gag a giant rolling-ball track - here at Rigi Burggeist, not only the children feel at home. Young and old can spend hours here!
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Picnic Areas Picnic areas and pits with fireplaces incl. wood (some with tables and benches): Rigiland, Känzeli, Gratweg, Rotstock, Schienenflue, Chäserenholz, Trib, Bruedersbalm, Unterstetten, Scheidegg, Burggeist, Seebodenalp, Düssen, Gottertli, Rohrboden.
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Rigi Wildmannli Trail The Wilmannli entertain with their stories and give an insight into where they live and their dreams. The trail leads from Rigiland via the miniature golf course to the Känzeli vantage point and back to Rigi Kaltbad.
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Wild Animal Trail Rigi-Scheidegg At 1,656 m above sea-level there is an educational round walk. Indigenous wild animals are vividly described and with a little luck and patience these can be spotted and observed. At the end of the walk (30 min.) you can enjoy the fantastic 360° alpine panorama at the RigiScheidegg Ark.
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Clambering Path / Ladder Routes For surefooted hikers the ladder route is a good idea: the round route leads from Rigi Kaltbad (1,450 m) to Steiglen and Müserenalp (1,018 m) and to Geissrüggen and Känzeli, returning to Rigi Kaltbad - 2h with various ladders.
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Steimannli Trail This idyllic walk leads from Rigi First (1,453 m) to Ober-Äbnet to Romiti (1,195 m). From there it is worth making a side trip to the Felsentour beer-garden (1,126 m, 15 min.). From Romiti take the cogwheel railway to Rigi Kaltbad/ Kulm or Vitznau - 1.5 h.
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Hiking Paths Suitable for Pushchairs The flat paths from Rigi Kaltbad in the direction of Känzeli (15 min. with Rigi Wildmannli figures) or in the direction of Unterstetten (45 minutes with fireplace and mountain inn) are very suitable for pushchairs.
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Wellness Go up into the mountains to get away from it all! Rigi the "wellness mountain" invites you to enjoy a sense of well-being far away from everyday hectic. Plunge into the world of Mario Botta at the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa. Be enchanted by the intact nature of a magnificent meadow of mountain flowers, or treat yourself to relaxation on a lounger during a hike. The NatuRigi wellness products provide a piece of Rigi wellness for at home.
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Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa Let yourself be taken on a trip into the mystical world of the renowned architect Mario Botta and treat yourself to time out from everyday life. The Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa, with indoor and outdoor pool, crystal bath, steam bath, sauna and lovely views invite to go on an alpine bathing journey. Evening Bathing by Candlelight Evening Bathing by Candlelight is a special highlight. Every last Saturday in the month you can enjoy the unique experience of bathing by candlelight. Admissions to the baths are limited. Early reservations are worthwhile. Phone +41 (0)41 397 04 06, www.mineralbad-rigikaltbad.ch F6
Wellness on the Alp Well-being for all the senses: in addition to unforgettable pleasure of cheese, Alp Chäserenholz provides a wellness offer featuring a fascinating mountain view. The outdoor whirlpool and the sauna (starting in the summer of 2014) invite visitors to rest in an intact natural landscape far away from any hectic and to relax muscles tired by hiking. Phone +41 (0)41 855 02 06 M4
Time Out & Ayurveda Retreat It is a place of tranquillity, a place to slow down and a place to get away from it all. The Time Out & Ayurveda Retreat at Rigi Scheidegg offers traditional Ayurveda treatments, cooking courses, and a specially created and cosy brick clay sauna, sound therapies as well as various rituals. It is suitable for guests staying one day or several days. Phone +41 (0)41 828 12 46, www.andreachiara-rigert.ch
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Rigi – Place of Power There have always been places which were particularly attractive to people. Such "places of power" are zones with enhanced natural energy and have an enhanced wellness potential for man, animal and nature. Mount Rigi is well-known for its numerous places of power. These places have energy that is higher than average: the rock passage to and in the rock chapel, near the cross on the high-altitude trail between Staffelhöhe and Staffel, Rigi Kulm, Rotstock and at the Chapel "Maria zum Schnee" at Rigi Klösterli.
Rigi wellness couches For relaxation on the Rigi hike: you will find Rigi wellness couches at choice locations and at natural oases of tranquillity on Mount Rigi. The geometry of the couches is optimally aligned and designed for wellness.
NatuRigi Wellness Products The precious treasures of nature from which the high-quality NatuRigi wellness products are manufactured flourish on Rigi‘s southern slope. Available in the village shop in Rigi Kaltbad as well as in the Rigi-shop in the train station in Vitznau. Phone +41 (0)41 227 18 20 www.naturigi.ch
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Top Events in the Summer Cavern feast at Gruebisalm The 100,000 year-old Gruebisalm cavern is the ideal place for extraordinary events. The cavern provides room for up to 400 people and guarantees a unique atmosphere. Magical Summer Cavern Supper Friday, 13.6.2014, 19.15 – 23.08 Summer Cavern Brunch Sunday, 10.8.2014, 10.15 – 14.28 Swiss Wrestling & Alpine Herdsman’s Festival at Rigi Staffel Year after year, the Swiss Wrestling & Alpine Herdsman’s Festival attracts thousands of spectators to the Queen of the Mountains. The specially prepared wrestling arena with the magnificent view, exciting duels and the alpine procession ensure a fantastic atmosphere. Sunday, 13.7.2014 (Alternative dates: 20.7./3.8.2014) 19th Gathering of Alphorn Blowers For the 19th time, Alphorn blowers from near and far will make a pilgrimage to Rigi Staffelhöhe for an impressive interaction. The alphorn sound spectacle starts at 11.00 when about 40 alphorns will resound in front of Hotel Edelweiss to form an overall chorus. Sunday, 20.7.2014 Rigi Scheidegg-Burggeist Fair The church consecration festival on the Gersau house mountain has been firmly marked in the Rigi calendar for years: festive yodel Mass, a small but fine alpine market and an attractive entertainment programme will be offered. Sunday, 27.7.2014 31st International Mountain Run The route leads from Arth-Goldau via Dächli, Klösterli and Staffel to Rigi Kulm. An impressive altitude difference of 1,380 metres will be overcome on 11.3 kilometres. The impressive panorama compensates for possible strains. Sunday, 10.8.2014
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17th Rigi Dixie & Swing Weekend A handful of choice bands on various stages will ensure superior listening pleasure and atmosphere for three days. The evening jam sessions are legendary. Friday–Sunday, 15.–17.8.2014
Yodeller Fair at Seebodenalp Typical Swiss: year after year, the traditional Yodeller Fair at Alp Ruodisegg surprises spectators with a varied programme and convinces with superior folk music performances. Sunday, 17.8.2014
Rigi Literature Days “…all around the splendour…” said Johann Wolfgang Goethe during his visit to Mount Rigi. The Queen of the Mountains has had a special appeal to literary figures ever since that time. The Rigi Literature Days offer an attractive programme with readings, literary walks and lyric poetry at various locations on Mount Rigi. Friday-Sunday, 5.-7.9.2014 Historic Mountain Race at Seebodenalp Lovingly restored and maintained historic motorcycles will make spectators gaze in amazement at the mountain race from Küssnacht up to Seebodenalp. Saturday/Sunday, 13.-14.9.2014
Rigi Kulm Folk Music Festival & Rigi Alp Market Mount Rigi makes music and enjoys the atmosphere. Swiss folk musicians perform with talented young musicians at the Rigi Kulm Folk Music Festival, and regional specialities from around Mount Rigi will be presented to you at the Rigi Alp Market ’14. Saturday/Sunday, 27.-28.9.2014
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Winter on Mt. Rigi Mount Rigi is also very warmly recommended for the cold season. Several ski-lifts, 35 km of prepared winter hiking trails, 15 km of sledding routes, 3 snowshoe trails, cross-country ski-runs, an airboard piste, the rental centre on Rigi Kulm. Cosy sun terraces and the Mineral Baths and Spa of Mario Botta at Rigi Kaltbad invite you to a winter wonderland.
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Winter Experiences Fun on the Slopes Three family skiing areas on Mount Rigi provide a total of 20 kilometres of fun on the slopes, far away from hectic and without waiting times at the ski lifts. The slopes on Mount Rigi are optimally suitable for recreational skiers and families with children. Rigi skiing area Seven transport facilities offer easy to moderately difficult ski slopes in the areas to include Ständli, Rotstock, First and Kaltbad. The area is ideal for beginners, recreational skiers and families, and the slopes are wonderfully sunny thanks to the south-facing hillsides. Scheidegg/Burggeist skiing area Small but fine: amply groomed slopes and – thanks to the location and gradient – optimal area for skiing in deep powder snow as well as variations. The ski bus will bring you comfortably from Gersau to the skiing area. Seebodenalp skiing area The ski lift Seebodenalp provides easy slopes in a manageable area. It is perfect for recreational skiers and families looking for a quiet skiing experience in a scenically beautiful environment. 1
Practice lifts for children The various children’s ski lifts on Mount Rigi are optimally suitable for beginners and children on skis and snowboards. Whether it is at Rigi Kaltbad, First, Scheidegg/Burggeist or at Seebodenalp, Mount Rigi provides the best conditions for learning snow sports as well as a wonderful panorama.
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Swiss Snow-Sports School Rigi The snow-sport ABC for skiers and snowboarders: from Monday to Friday, group courses, private lessons by agreement. Course location: Rigi Kaltbad. Phone +41 (0)41 397 16 12 schneesportrigi@bluewin.ch
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Sledding & Airboard Five different sledding slopes make the Queen of the Mountains a sledding paradise: - Rigi Burggeist – Gschwänd (4 km) - Kulm – Staffel – Klösterli (3.1 km) - Kulm – Schwändi – Klösterli (4 km/Airboard run) - Staffel – Klösterli (2.4 km) - Staffelhöhe – Kaltbad (0.5 km)
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Cross-country skiing Cross-country skiing on Mount Rigi is a tradition: the 7-kilometre-long panoramic cross-country skiing trail leads from Rigi Kaltbad via Unterstetten to Rigi Scheidegg. The cross-country skiing trail at Seebodenalp is considered an insider’s tip. The predominantly flat circuit extends over 5.5 kilometres.
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Rigi Ice Rink Natural ice rink for ice-skating on Rigi Kaltbad - opened and prepared in appropriate weather conditions.
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Rigi Sleigh Rides Travelling in a sleigh through the snowy fairytale landscape - relax and enjoy the view. Phone +41 (0)41 227 18 20 www.wvrt.ch
E6 10 Rental Centre Rigi Kulm At the rental station on Rigi Kulm you can get winter sports gear. Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87 | www.rigi.ch Rigi-Sport-Kiosk H8 11 Casa Margherita, Rigi Kaltbad Phone +41 (0)41 397 16 82 | www.rigi-sport-kiosk.ch
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Winter Hiking Winter hiking above the fog line: Mount Rigi provides 35 kilometres of optimally prepared winter hiking trails.
1 The Rigi classic Rigi Kulm – Staffel – Staffelhöhe – Känzeli – Rigi Kaltbad, 1h, 3 km This easy high-altitude hike provides magnificent views over the Swiss Plateau and a sea of jagged peaks. Pure pleasure – almost no exertion! The trail constantly leads gently down to the valley.
2 Panorama trail Rigi Kaltbad – First – Unterstetten – Rigi Scheidegg, 2h, 7 km Unique on Mount Rigi: the panoramic hike on the route of the former Scheidegg railway leads over old railway bridges and through a tunnel. The impressive Rigi panorama is your constant companion.
3 Leisurely walk Rigi Kaltbad – First – Heiri Hütte – Rigi Klösterli, 30 min., 1.8 km After warming up on a flat stretch with a view of the crown of the Alps, this tour leads slightly downhill towards Alpwirtschaft Heiri Hütte and further towards Rigi Klösterli, where the beautiful Baroque chapel "Maria zum Schnee" is located.
4 Hike with visibility Seebodenalp aerial cable car – Ruodisegg – Alp Räb, 1h, 2 km The fastest way above the blanket of fog to the sun leads via Seebodenalp. The easy winter hike is suitable for adults and children, and provides a unique view of the sea of fog.
5 Snowshoe tours Plunge into the solitude of the snow-covered mountain world with snowshoes: the three marked snowshoe trails (1.5 km / 3 km / 4.5 km) from Rigi Kulm lead through pristine countryside – a pleasure above the sea of fog!
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Top Events in the Winter Full moon skiing at Seebodenalp 14.12.2013; 11.01.; 15.02.; 15.03.2014* The slopes are only illuminated by the light of the moon and glistening snow that reflects the light: full moon skiing at Seebodenalp provides a unique winter sports experience. www.skilifte-seebodenalp.ch
Schlitteln unter Sternen 31.12.2013; 17.01.; 14.02.2014 Night sledding on the illuminated Rigi Kulm – Rigi Staffel sled run guarantees a high fun factor and can be combined with a fondue trip. Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87 www.rigi.ch
Fondue trip – pure nostalgia! Every Friday: 3.1. – 7.3.2014; 18.50 from Goldau An unforgettable fondue trip: ascend in the heated nostalgia car by moonlight up to 1,800 metres above sea level. The unique evening mountain atmosphere and the delicious Rigi cheese fondue ensure a perfect experience. Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87 www.rigi.ch Guided snowshoe tours 11./25.1. & 8./22.2.2014 The snowshoe hike guided by a qualified guide leads through the romantic and magical winter landscape of the Queen of the Mountains. Many combination options are available for the senses, for tanking up on life and enjoying everything. Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87, www.rigi.ch Atmospheric winter steam train trips Sat./Sun. 25./26.1.; 15./16.2.; 8./9.3.2014 From Vitznau, at 11.16 Shiny metal, the smell of coal fire, the hiss of steam, spraying sparks and the smooth play of the powerful mechanical system will cast a spell over steam train passengers. Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 87 www.rigi.ch
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Events Dezember 2013 Sat., 14.12. Tues., 31.12.
Full moon skiing at Seebodenalp Sledding under stars
January 2014 Every Friday Sat., 11.1. Sat., 11.1. Fri. 17.1. Sat., 25.1. Sat., 25.1. Sat., 26.1.
Fondue Trip – pure nostalgia Guided snowshoe tour Full moon skiing at Seebodenalp Sledding under stars Guided snowshoe tour Atmospheric winter steam train trips Atmospheric winter steam train trips
February 2014 Every Friday Sat., 8.2. Fri., 14.2. Sat., 15.2. Sat., 15.2. Sun., 16.2. Sat., 22.2.
Fondue Trip – pure nostalgia Guided snowshoe tour Sledding under stars Full moon skiing at Seebodenalp Atmospheric winter steam train trips Atmospheric winter steam train trips Guided snowshoe hike
March 2014 Sun., 2.3. Fri., 7.3. Sat., 8.3. Sun., 9 .3. Sat., 15.3.
Rivella Open sledding event Fondue Trip - pure nostalgia Atmospheric winter steam train trips Atmospheric winter steam train trips Full moon skiing at Seebodenalp
May 2014 Every Wednesday, from 14.5. Wed., 14.5. Sat., 24.5. Wed., 28.5.
Botanical Hike Rigi "Clean-Up" with grill party Rigi Wild Herb Walk "Rigimarsch" (Rigi March) from Bremgarten; www.rigimarsch.ch
June 2014 Every Wednesday Every Saturday Fri., 6.6. Sat., 7.6. Fri., 13.6. Fri., 13.6. Sat., 28.6. Sun., 29.6.
Botanical Hike The Floating Restaurant Rigi Wild Herb Walk Botanical Hike Magical Summer – Cavern Dinner, Gruebisbalm Majestic Evening Atmosphere Rigi Wild Herb Walk Sunrise Trip
July 2014 Every Wednesday Every Saturday
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Every Sunday Sat., 5.7. Sun., 6.7. Fri., 11.7. Fri., 11.7. Sun., 13.7. Mon., 14.7. Sun., 20.7. Fri., 25.7. Sun., 27.7. Sun., 27.7. Mon., 28.7.
Atmospheric steam train trips Botanical Hike Sunrise Trip Rigi Wild Herb Walk Majestic Evening Atmosphere Swiss Wrestling & Alpine Sports Festival at Rigi Staffel (alternative dates: 20.7./3.8.) Rigi Wild Herb Walk 19th Rigi Gathering of Alphorn Blowers Rigi Wild Herb Walk Sunrise Trip Rigi Scheidegg-Burggeist Fair Rigi Wild Herb Walk
August 2014 Every Saturday Every Sunday Fri., 1.8. Fri., 1.8. Fri., 1.8. Sat., 2.8. Sun., 10.8. Sun., 10.8. Sun., 10.8. Fri.-Sun., 15.-17.8. Fri., 15.8. Sun., 17.8. Sun., 17.8. Sun., 2 4.8. Sun., 3 1.8.
The Floating Restaurant Atmospheric steam train trips Sunrise Trip Rigi – Swiss National Day Atmospheric steam train trip Botanical Hike 31st International Mountain Run Arth-Rigi Kulm Sunrise Trip Summer Cavern Brunch at Gruebisbalm 17th Rigi Dixie & Swing Weekend Majestic Evening Atmosphere Sunrise Trip Yodeller Fair at Seebodenalp Sunrise Trip Sunrise Trip
September 2014 Every Saturday Fri.-Sun., 5.-7.9. Sun., 7.9. Sat.-Sun., 13.-14.9. Sun., 14.9. Sat.-Sun., 27.-28.9. Sun., 28.9.
The Floating Restaurant Rigi Literature Days Sunrise Trip Historic Mountain Race at Seebodenalp Sunrise Trip Rigi Kulm Folk Music Festival & Alp Market 2014 Rigi Kaltbad Fair
Rigi Event Marquee – festive mood for 100 to 750 people Thanks to modern furnishings, technology and full service with professional partners, the 1,000 m² event location at Rigi Staffel is an ideal platform for company, club or private events on Mount Rigi. View live impressions: www.rigi.ch/eventfilm
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See you again on Mt. Rigi Tourist Information Rigi Dorfplatz / 6356 Rigi Kaltbad Phone +41 (0)41 227 18 20 Automatic weather and piste report Phone +41 (0)41 399 87 70 Live weather pictures on www.rigi.ch and www.rigi.com SOS Rigi Phone +41 (0)41 855 04 24
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