Schwyz Archives | Swiss Family Fun

Illgau Countryside Wander

Moderate
2 h
6.7 k
214m
578m

Wander through peaceful alpine meadows filled with wildflowers in the Muotathal region, perfect for spring.

Lake Lucerne Region

Rotenthurm Kraftweg to Morgartenberg viewpoint

Moderate
3 h
9.6 k
410m
410m

Hike through meadows and forest to a panorama viewpoint across the countryside near Sattel and Einsiedeln.

Lake Lucerne Region

Ibergeregg Pass to Rotenflue Peak Hike

Easy
2.5 h
6.85 k
230m
230m

Easy hike directly from a mountain pass, no mountain transport required, wandering through alpine meadows and forests with mountain views aplenty.

Lake Lucerne Region

Stoos Ridge Hike • Klingenstock to Fronalpstock

Moderate
2 h
4.4 k
290m
300m

Ride the steepest funicular in the world up to this gorgeous ridge hike near Lucerne.

Lake Lucerne Region

Mt. Rigi Panorama Trail (Rigi Kulm to Rigi Scheidegg)

Easy
3 h
8.2 k
230m
320m

Easy mountain trail with panorama views near Zurich and Lucerne, with an optional cliff walk, restaurants, picnic areas and fun playground. It’s wide gravel path, suitable for strollers.

Lake Lucerne Region

Grosser Mythen • Peak hike near Lucerne

Challenging
2 h
3.5 k
410m
410m

Hike to this impressive peak in central Switzerland, a short but demanding mountain trail, with steep rocky switchbacks gaining about 400 m of elevation over 2km. Better for older children and those with hiking experience.

Illgau Chäferliweg • Ladybug theme trail for children

Easy
1 h
2.7 k
5m
350m

Theme trail for children, following ladybugs painted on the ground through alpine fields and forests. Two playgrounds and picnic areas with grills and lots of mountain views.

Lake Lucerne Region

Sattel Engelstock Panorama Loop Trail

Moderate
2 h
5.7 k
140m
130m

Panorama trail with sweeping views of mountains and lakes, suitable for strollers. Big play area at the end with trampolines, bouncy castles and summer toboggan.

Lake Lucerne Region

Glattalpsee • Circular hike around alpine lake

Easy
2 h
7 k
60m
50m

Easy circular hike around a beautiful alpine lake with views of the surrounding spiky peaks. Plus an option for those with strollers.

Lake Lucerne Region

Ibergeregg – Easy winter hike with Lake Lucerne views

Moderate
2 h
7.2 k
230m
230m

Easy and free winter hike with panorama mountain views near Zürich and Lucerne, great option for non skiers that want to enjoy the snow.

Lake Lucerne Region

Rotenflue Panorama Loop

Easy
1 h
2.9 k
100m
100m

Families can enjoy panoramic views on this short loop trail at the top of Rotenflue with multiple mountain restaurants, a playground and fire pits. Suitable for strollers and smaller children.

Mythenrundreise Hike

Moderate
3.5 h
10 k
270m
660m

This popular hike winds under the spiky Mythen peaks, with panorama views of green valleys, rolling hills, and lakes of central Switzerland. It’s a long walk at 10km, but not particularly difficult. Playgrounds at both ends are a good reward for the kids.