Rigi
Mountain in Schwyz · 1,798 m
The hike up Rigi
The route starts at Rigi Staffel — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Rigi?
Rigi is 1,798 m above sea level and lies in Schwyz, Switzerland. Its prominence is 1,286 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Rigi?
From Rigi Staffel it is about 1.1 km one way with 193 m of ascent. Expect around 49 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Rigi?
The nearest starting point is Rigi Staffel (southwest of the peak) — 1.1 km on foot · ↑ 193 m · about 49 min round trip. Alternative: the station southwest of the peak (about 1.4 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Rigi in Conquer?
Yes — Rigi is one of 4,263 peaks in Switzerland in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Rigi in the app
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