Mount Rigi: The Queen of the Mountains Rail Loop

Experience Switzerland’s classic panoramic summit for free with the Swiss Travel Pass.

Written by ETH Editorial Team

Published: Aug 04, 2026 • Fact-checked by ETH Editorial Team

• The Classic Swiss Mountain Experience

The Classic Swiss Mountain Experience

Mount Rigi stands surrounded by Lake Lucerne, Lake Zug, and Lake Lauerz.

The Majestic Loop: Paddle steamer from Lucerne to Vitznau -> red cogwheel train to Rigi Kulm summit -> blue cogwheel train down to Goldau -> regional train back to Lucerne.
Cost: Fully included 100% free with the Swiss Travel Pass.

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