Nordic Walking - pure mountain air

Mount Rigi features the first ever Swiss Nordic Park that was officially certified by the national skiing federation. There are 15 kilometres of clearly signposted nordic walking trails for various skill levels.

Nordic Walking - a sportive adventure for groups and families

Nordic Walking is about the most clever invention of the Finns since the sauna: Smooth body-movements with a positive impact on health. You can experience this on Mt. Rigi's Swiss Nordic Park in both summer and winter. The trails are open all year round. Enjoy this healthy sport, the pure alpine air and the magnificient panoramic view. Take some steps to bring fun and fitness in your life... your whole family will love it!

Rental of Nordic Walking sticks for any body-size:
At the train stations in Vitznau and Goldau, at the cablecar station in Weggis, and at the sports shop in Rigi Kaltbad

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Nordic Walking - the basics
Nordic Walking means sportive and quick walking with lightweight sticks. It is a lot of fun and trains your whole body. The most important advantages of Nordic Walking are the following:

You stimulate your blood circulation
You save your joints
You use about 600 muscles actively (90%)
You burn 40-50% more energy than by regular walking or hiking
You activate your muscles around your shoulder, neck and trunk
You strengthen your immunity