FUN ON THE SLOPES

fun in the snow

the perfect ski or snowboarding day

Small but powerful. At first glance, the Mount Rigi ski and snowboard area may seem small. But when you take a closer look, you realize all of the different combinations and possibilities that the area provides. Here you will find 20 kilometers of perfectly prepared slopes.

The perfect ski or snowboarding day

NO STANDING IN THE QUEUE HERE!

It starts with the fact that at Mount Rigi, you never have to worry about standing in the queue—even when the weather is beautiful and there is plentiful new snowfall. The cogwheel trains from Goldau and Vitznau depart hourly to the summit of Mount Rigi. The only thing on your to do listis to ensure that you arrive punctually at any of the valley stations.

07:55 | GOLDAU, STATION A4

Do you want to be one of the first to make tracks through the powder snow? Than it is worthwhile getting up early and taking the first train up Mount Rigi. You can conveniently stow your skis or snowboard in the dedicated luggage carriage. Any Rigi day pass includes free access to all five ski lifts (Ständli, Rotstock, Trainer, Gratalp und Obermatt). In addition, there are three beginner lifts (Burggeist, Scheidegg, Bärenstube) and a children`s carousel at Rigi Staffel. We recommend that you check the winter sports report on our website before you leave.

08:45 | RIGI STAFFEL

The next stop is Rigi Staffel. Here you will find the Rotstock – Ständi ski area which is regarded as being pretty snow-secure and is a perfect starting point for many of the Mount Rigi ski lifts.

Insider Tip: The youngest skiers and snowboarders should consider switching to the cable-car at the Kräbel station and taking it up to Rigi Scheidegg & Burggeist. The beginner's lifts here are ideal for small children.

Ski lift Rigi Kaltbad

Rigi Staffel skiing area

Ski lift Gersau

Scheidegg-Burggeist skiing area

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Ski lift Weggis

Ski lift Gratalp Rigi Kaltbad

The ski lift at Obermatt at Rigi Scheidegg not only services a great slope but also offers unbelievable views of Lake Lucerne, Nieder- and Oberbauen mountains, as well as the veritable Uri-Rotstock in the background.  
Urs Wullschleger, Member of the Mount Rigi Railways Board of Directors 

12:00 NOON | LUNCH BREAK

Mount Rigi is not a place for classic apres-ski. That said, it is a place with an incredible array of cozy guesthouses and huts that will impress you with their seasonal dishes. Please find here a list of restaurants and alpine huts that are easily accessible from the ski slopes.

SKI AREA OBERMATT / SCHEIDEGG

  • Rigi Burggeist, Berggasthaus Burggeist
  • Rigi Scheidegg, Berggasthaus Rigi-Scheidegg
  • Rigi Scheidegg, Alpenkiosk

SKI AREA STAFFEL - KLÖSTERLI (SKILIFTE ROTSTOCK, STÄNDLI & TRAINER)

  • Rigi Staffel, Restaurant Bahnhöfli
  • Rigi Staffel, Restaurant Lok 7
  • Rigi First, Bärenstube
  • Klösterli, Goldener Hirschen

SKI AREA GRATALP

  • Rigi Kaltbad, Gratalp Stübli
  • Rigi Kaltbad, Hotel Rigi Kaltbad
  • Staffelhöhe, Kräuter Hotel Edelweiss

GIPFELPAUSE RIGI KULM

  • Rigi Kulm, Hotel Rigi-Kulm
  • Rigi Kulm, Rigi Pic
  • Rigi Kulm, Alpwirtschaft Chäserenholz (an der Piste Schwändi)

ONE LAST RUN

Time to take one last run down to the Klösterli station, which is the lowest point in the ski area «Rigi North». 

For on the road

OVerview map

On the map you will find all the locations mentioned above. Use the menu on the left to show or hide individual categories.

ADDITIONAL WINTER ACTIVITIES

The winter wonderland on Mount Rigi is well-loved by kids and adults alike. Whether you are looking for cross-country skiing, sledding, or snowshoeing possibilities, the Queen of the Mountains has got you covered.