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Schwyz: Historical building at the town square with magnificent architecture and mountains in the background.

7 Things to Do in Schwyz 2026

Name: 7 Things to Do in Schwyz 2026
Brand: Swiss Activities
Rating: 4.86 (44 reviews)

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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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Stoos Valley Station: Family with children at the viewpoint, creative flair, mountains, nature.

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Ticket Stoosbahn from Schwyz

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Ticket Rickenbach - Rotenflue (Mythen region)

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Tandem paragliding at Rotenflue over Zurich with pilot and passenger during the flight.

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Rotenflue paragliding Mythen region

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Public Guided Tour “Folk Music” at the Swiss History Forum Schwyz

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Duration: 1 hour

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Ticket Stoosbahn from Schwyz

The Stoosbahn, the steepest funicular in the world, runs from Schwyz to Stoos in 7 min and climbs 744 meters in altitude. The car-free village of Stoos lies on a high plateau at 1305 meters above sea level.

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Ticket Rickenbach - Rotenflue (Mythen region)

Take the Rotenfluebahn from Rickenbach to the Rotenflue. The journey takes 18 minutes. Here you are in the middle of the Mythen region.

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Rotenflue paragliding Mythen region

The Rotenflue is a very popular take-off point for paragliders in the Mythen region. Fly on this tandem flight with an experienced pilot over the beautiful region in central Switzerland.

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Public Guided Tour “Folk Music” at the Swiss History Forum Schwyz

Duration: 1 hour

On the public tour, you’ll hear authentic sounds and learn how folk music varies by region. You can actively participate, ask questions, and experience the music pieces and instruments up close.

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Ticket “Folk Music Exhibition” at the Swiss History Forum in Schwyz

You are visiting an interactive exhibition on the development of Swiss folk music in Schwyz. Authentic sound experiences and opportunities for active participation await you. On the “Stubete Stage,” you may yodel, play instruments, or dance.

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Ticket Forum Swiss History Schwyz

Dive into Swiss history: Explore the exhibition "The Birth of Switzerland: Journey from the 12th to the 14th Century". With virtual guides, historical artifacts, and an exciting course, there's fun for everyone—costumes included!

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"The Omega Codex" Outdoor Escape Experience Schwyz

Duration: 1 hour

This escape experience takes you and your team all across Schwyz. You spend an hour searching for clues throughout Schwyz and solving puzzles to uncover the secret in the end.