Greppen is a region in the canton of Lucerne, Switzerland, offering diverse landscapes that support a range of outdoor activities. Situated on the eastern shore of the Küssnacht arm of Lake Lucerne and at the base of Mount Rigi, Greppen features environments from serene lakeside paths to challenging mountain ascents and charming chestnut groves. This geographical setting makes Greppen suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, and more.
Greppen provides more than 10 routes across several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, and more. These routes have been explored by more than 198,000 visitors, resulting in an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars. Hiking in Greppen offers diverse trails, from lakeside paths to mountain ascents towards Mount Rigi, including sections of the long-distance Waldstätterweg. For cyclists, Greppen features road cycling routes along Lake Lucerne with views of the surrounding mountains, an interconnected network for touring cycling, and varied terrain suitable for gravel biking. To explore specific activities in Greppen, consider routes detailed in guides such as Hiking around Greppen, Road Cycling Routes around Greppen, and Gravel biking around Greppen.
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16.2km
00:44
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120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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120km
05:57
1,800m
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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67.5km
03:06
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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22.3km
01:29
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610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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41.3km
03:22
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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103km
09:01
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2,170m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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43.6km
02:49
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690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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36.8km
03:57
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:24
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35.6km
03:15
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:42
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15.6km
01:02
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.4km
01:26
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.9km
02:40
970m
970m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
13.0km
01:48
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390m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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21.9km
02:20
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:20
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.24km
00:48
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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56
hikers
9.23km
04:13
740m
740m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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10.2km
05:10
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980m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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13.6km
06:37
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Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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12.1km
03:56
390m
390m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Greppen offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region provides more than 10 routes across these sports. These activities are supported by diverse landscapes, from lakeside paths to mountain ascents towards Mount Rigi.
Greppen features various hiking trails, including sections of the long-distance Waldstätterweg. Popular routes include the Dossen Summit – Rigi Scheidegg Viewpoint loop, approximately 8.1 miles (13.0 km), and the Panorama Trail Seebodenalp – View of Lake Lucerne from the Rigi loop, about 2.7 miles (4.4 km). Another favored path is the Müsetrichter Pond – Rachmaninoff Quay, Weggis loop, which is around 7.6 miles (12.2 km).
Yes, Greppen offers trails suitable for easier excursions, such as the Panorama Trail Seebodenalp – View of Lake Lucerne from the Rigi loop. This 2.7-mile (4.4 km) path provides views of Lake Lucerne from the alpine pastures of Seebodenalp. The region caters to various experience levels, from serene lakeside paths to more challenging mountain ascents.
Greppen is suitable for Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. Road cycling routes along Lake Lucerne offer views of the surrounding mountains. An interconnected network of paths allows for extensive touring, and the varied terrain, including unpaved segments, provides opportunities for gravel biking. Specific guides are available for Road Cycling Routes around Greppen and Gravel biking around Greppen.
Greppen is situated on Lake Lucerne and at the base of Mount Rigi, often called the 'Queen of the Mountains.' Mount Rigi offers panoramic views from its summit, Rigi Kulm, at 5,896 feet (1,797 meters). Other notable features include chestnut groves and the Breitenacherried nature preserve.
Greppen features 14 routes across various sports, which have been explored by more than 198,000 visitors. These routes have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars, based on over 16,500 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Greppen, including Hiking around Greppen, Road Cycling Routes around Greppen, and Gravel biking around Greppen. Additional guides cover Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Running, and Mountain Hikes.
Hiking trails in Greppen range from easy to challenging. Options include serene lakeside paths and more demanding mountain ascents towards Mount Rigi. The region caters to all levels of experience, with routes like the Dossen Summit – Rigi Scheidegg Viewpoint loop offering significant altitude gains.
Yes, Greppen also offers routes for Mountain biking and Jogging. There are specific komoot guides available, such as MTB Trails around Greppen and Running Trails around Greppen, to help explore these activities.
The official website for the municipality of Greppen is www.greppen.ch. For general inquiries, the phone number for the municipality is +41 41 392 74 50.
The Waldstätterweg is a long-distance cultural route that encircles Lake Lucerne. A section of this renowned path, noted for its mild climate and scenic beauty, stretches from Vitznau via Weggis to Küssnacht am Rigi, passing through areas near Greppen.

