Gnipen Rockslide Trail Ascent – Wildspitz Summit loop from Arth-Goldau

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Gnipen Rockslide Trail Ascent – Wildspitz Summit loop from Arth-Goldau

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Gnipen Rockslide Trail Ascent – Wildspitz Summit loop from Arth-Goldau

06:35

14.0km

1,110m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 5, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 3.42 km for 1.61 km

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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24 m

Arth-Goldau railway station

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Arth – Goldau Station
Goldau Becomes a Railway Junction
On June 4, 1875, the Arth-Rigi Railway (ARB) began operations. Goldau's first small station, built behind the Pfrundhaus (parsonage), served travelers …

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4.04 km

Gnipen Rockslide Trail Ascent

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There are all sorts of climbs here, the last time I hiked with a group on the trail of the orchids.

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5.18 km

Gnipen Summit and View of Lake Zug and Lake Lauerz

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One of the most charming climbs up a mountain that I have ever experienced, because the velvety path leads past many special types of flowers over tree roots and (later) …

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6.52 km

Wildspitz Summit

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Beautiful viewpoint with panoramic views and mountain panorama panels.

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8.43 km

Grill and Picnic Area with View of Lake Zug and Rigi

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There are a few logs of wood, a new table and a beautiful view. Bring something to grill and light a fire with and enjoy.

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9.19 km

View of Lake Zug and the Schwyz Valley from the descent of Gnipen

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The ascent and descent over the easily accessible ridge bypasses a few climbing points if you take the direct route from Goldau.

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10.3 km

Viewpoint Over Lake Lauerz and Lake Zug

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11.5 km

Bench With View of Mount Rigi

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Bench with a wonderful view of Mount Rigi

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14.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.75 km

2.56 km

2.13 km

1.74 km

685 m

102 m

Surfaces

6.01 km

3.93 km

1.63 km

1.23 km

645 m

289 m

236 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,540 m)

Lowest point (500 m)

Weather

Friday 6 November

9°C

6°C

30 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 4.0 km/h

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Comments

December 29, 2023,Goldau 500 m - Zähniweg - Gnipen 1568 m ✅ - Wildspitz 1580 m ✅ - Gnipen ✅ - Ochsenboden - Goldau

When I arrived in Goldau I realized that my watch was still on the charging cable at home and instead of lenses, my glasses were on my nose 🙈🙈🙈 ... that put me off. Then took the wrong route - wanted to start further to the right and go straight up to Zähniweg. After taking several deep breaths, I regained …

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