“It was great, I'll definitely do it again. I felt completely comfortable and safe. Thank you both for the wonderful experience. Eva, always happy to join you again! Best regards, Dolores”
Dolores
on Rotenflue paragliding Mythen regionLucerne Region - Lake Lucerne · 6430
Schwyz
Schwyz is the capital of the canton of Schwyz. It also includes the districts of Rickenbach, Seeven and Ibach. The village square of Schwyz is situated at 516 m above sea level between Lake Lucerne and Lake Lauerz. From Schwyz the steepest funicular in Switzerland runs to the car-free village of Stoos. Schwyz lies at the foot of the Mythen mountain massif on the southern slope. The Grosse Mythen and the Kleine Mythen are two rock pyramids above the valley basin. They are a striking feature and can be recognized from afar. Hikers like to take the Gross Mythen as their destination.
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Sights nearby
Train travel to Schwyz
Official SBB partnerGetting around: passes & scenic trains
- Voralpen Express Ticket from St. Gallen or Lucerne
Voralpen Express Ticket from St. Gallen or Lucerne
Lucerne
from CHF 51
Aerial image © swisstopo
Bookable experiences, places and events at a glance
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Rigi Kaltbad Spa admission mineral bath incl. day ticket Rigi cableways
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Foxtrail GO Flüelen digital treasure hunt
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Floaty Special Moments on Lake Zug from Arth
Arth-Goldau
from CHF 164.50
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Romantic overnight stay in the floaty on Lake Zug starting from Arth
Arth-Goldau
from CHF 224.50
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Private Floaty trip on Lake Zug departing from Arth
Arth-Goldau
from CHF 139.50
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Hiking routes
Easy hike from Brunnen via Wolfsprung
Brunnen · 7.1 km · 2 h 32 min
Hike from Lauerz via Schlössli
Lauerz · 16 km · 4 h 20 min
Easy hike from Lauerz via Klostermatt
Lauerz · 3.4 km · 52 min
Easy hike from Lauerz via Auli
Lauerz · 4.4 km · 1 h 11 min
Hike from Sattel via Mostelegg
Sattel · 11 km · 4 h 33 min
Mäderenweg
Rothenthurm → Sattel, Mostelberg · 6.0 km · 2 h 23 min
Hike from Schwyz via Schlössli
Schwyz · 14 km · 3 h 55 min
Rigi Scheidegg-Weg
Gersau → Rigi Scheidegg · 8.0 km · 5 h 16 min
Hikes nearby
Everything within a 30 min drive
- Pragelpass-Weg, Stage 1/3
Pragelpass-Weg, Stage 1/3
Wanderweg · Schwyz → Muotathal · 14 km · 4 h 13 min
- Challenging hike from Ibach to Holzegg via Rüti
Challenging hike from Ibach to Holzegg via Rüti
Wanderweg · Ibach → Holzegg · 11 km · 5 h 18 min
- Waldstätterweg, Stage 1/7
Waldstätterweg, Stage 1/7
Bergwanderweg · Brunnen → Vitznau · 15 km · 5 h 49 min
- Easy hike from Schwyz to Rickenbach SZ
Easy hike from Schwyz to Rickenbach SZ
Wanderweg · Schwyz → Rickenbach SZ · 3.7 km · 1 h 11 min
- Schwyzer Höhenweg, Stage 4/5
Schwyzer Höhenweg, Stage 4/5
Bergwanderweg · Sattel → Holzegg · 13 km · 5 h 14 min
- Schwyzer Höhenweg, Stage 3/5
Schwyzer Höhenweg, Stage 3/5
Bergwanderweg · Goldau → Sattel · 13 km · 7 h 32 min
- Easy hike from Steinen to Steinerberg via Blattiswald
Easy hike from Steinen to Steinerberg via Blattiswald
Wanderweg · Steinen → Steinerberg · 4.1 km · 1 h 24 min
Food & drink nearby
Everything within a 30 min drive
- "Pedalo Z'Morge": Breakfast on Lake Lucerne
"Pedalo Z'Morge": Breakfast on Lake Lucerne
Küssnacht am Rigi
from CHF 97.50
- "Fondue Tuk" - city tour with the Tuk Tuk in Lucerne
"Fondue Tuk" - city tour with the Tuk Tuk in Lucerne
Lucerne
from CHF 280
Museums & exhibitions
Everything within a 25 min drive
- Monastery Trail: in the footsteps of Mother Maria Theresia Scherer
Monastery Trail: in the footsteps of Mother Maria Theresia Scherer
Exhibition · Brunnen
- Exhibition "Engel berühren" - Images by Maria Hafner that touch the heart
Exhibition "Engel berühren" - Images by Maria Hafner that touch the heart
Exhibition · Morschach
- Einsiedeln Abbey Church public guided tour
Einsiedeln Abbey Church public guided tour
Einsiedeln · In demand
from CHF 20
Popular activities
- Pirate muffins baking course for children birthday party
Pirate muffins baking course for children birthday party
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from CHF 34
- Detective Trail with Barbecue and Chocolate Fun in Buchrain
Detective Trail with Barbecue and Chocolate Fun in Buchrain
Lucerne
from CHF 9.50
- Ticket Swiss Museum of Transport Lucerne
Ticket Swiss Museum of Transport Lucerne
Lucerne · In demand
from CHF 37
- Alpamare ticket: water fun with pools, sauna world and slides
Alpamare ticket: water fun with pools, sauna world and slides
Pfäffikon SZ
from CHF 46
- "Sim Racing" virtual drive and lounge in Kriens
"Sim Racing" virtual drive and lounge in Kriens
Kriens
from CHF 50
- Spotted Cheetah Meetup at the Knie Children’s Zoo Rapperswil
Spotted Cheetah Meetup at the Knie Children’s Zoo Rapperswil
Rapperswil-Jona
from CHF 79
Mountain railways & scenic rides
Everything within a 55 min drive
- Fürenalp: Cable Car Ticket from Engelberg
Fürenalp: Cable Car Ticket from Engelberg
Engelberg
from CHF 21
Bike tours nearby
Everything within a 10 min drive
- Ibergeregg–Sattelegg–Linth, Stage 1/2
Ibergeregg–Sattelegg–Linth, Stage 1/2
Cycling routes · Schwyz → Willerzell · 32 km
- Rigi–Reuss–Klettgau, Stage 1/4
Rigi–Reuss–Klettgau, Stage 1/4
Cycling routes · Brunnen → Rotkreuz · 31 km
Playgrounds nearby
Everything within a 30 min drive
- Spinnerei Indoor Spielplatz und Boulderhalle
Spinnerei Indoor Spielplatz und Boulderhalle
Playground · Schwyz
- Rondos Lern- & Spassland Sattel-Hochstuckli
Rondos Lern- & Spassland Sattel-Hochstuckli
Playground · Sattel
- Spielplatz Obergütschstrasse Kindergarten
Spielplatz Obergütschstrasse Kindergarten
Playground · Luzern
Zoos & theme parks
Everything within a 30 min drive
Mountain huts & restaurants
Everything within a 30 min drive
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- Rotenflue paragliding Mythen region
- Ticket Stoosbahn from Schwyz
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- Ticket Forum Swiss History Schwyz
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- Ticket “Folk Music Exhibition” at the Swiss History Forum in Schwyz
- Public Guided Tour “Folk Music” at the Swiss History Forum Schwyz
- Ticket to the Federal Charter Museum in Schwyz
- Private guided tour for groups at the Swiss Charters Museum in Schwyz
Frequently asked questions
What are the places of interest and excursions in Schwyz?
Schwyz is located in central Switzerland and is one of the three original Swiss cantons together with Uri and Nidwalden. Among the most important excursion destinations are the Einsiedeln monastery, the Stoos and the Hölloch cave in Muotathal. Very striking are the Grosse and Kleine Mythen, the rock pyramids above the Schwyz valley basin.
What activities can you do in Schwyz?
There are exciting activities to do in Schwyz. These include a trip to the Stoos, hikes or guided tours in the cave Hölloch Muotathal or a visit to the monastery in Einsiedeln.
Planning your trip to Schwyz?
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