Mt Rigi is a popular mountain viewpoint at 1798 m near Lucerne. You can visit the Rigi Kulm viewpoint year round by riding a cogwheel train up the mountain, the same way skiers reach the slopes here.

For a bit more excitement, you can start with a boat ride from Lucerne to Vitznau before catching the mountain train (learn more about the boat).

At the top, you can wander around the panorama viewpoints, walking on groomed snowy paths. Best to wear waterproof shoes and warm clothing. Near the viewpoint, there is a restaurant with indoor seating if you need to warm up.

If you want to walk longer, you can follow the groomed panorama trail down to one of the middle train stations. Learn more.

At the top, you can also rent sleds and sled down to the Rigi Klösterli and catch the train there. Learn more.

Read our post about visiting Mt Rigi

Website: https://www.rigi.ch/en/

Location: catch mountain train at either Vitznau or Arth Goldau

Book Rigi mountain train tickets.

Book Rigi round trip from Lucerne.

Note: The mountain train and boat ride from Lucerne are included with the Swiss Travel Pass and SBB GA / Day Pass, no extra fee. Discount with other Swiss travel cards.