Hiking Holidays The Swiss Path

The Swiss Path takes you to the origins of the Swiss Confederation. Here you hike past places steeped in history, such as the Rütli meadow, the Tell Chapel in Sisikon and the Tell monument in Altdorf, while you can always enjoy the view over the expansive Lake Lucerne. A panoramic hike through primeval Switzerland awaits you.

3 days / 2 nights

from CHF 530

Planning

Sunset over a mountain landscape with a lake and green hills.

Planning

Highlights

Breathtaking beauty of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains
Tellskapelle – idyllically situated on the lakeshore near Sisikon
Hike along the key points of Switzerland's history of origin
Numerous bathing spots for cooling off in the lake
Shipping on Lake Lucerne between Rütli and Brunnen

Expansive mountain landscape with snow-covered peaks and a tranquil lake in the foreground.

A group of people stands on a terrace by the lake; in the background, a boat sails surrounded by mountains and lush greenery.

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Itinerary

Overview

Day 1 Journey to Brunnen and hike to Seelisberg
Day 2 Hike from Seelisberg to Altdorf
Day 3 Hike from Altdorf to Brunnen and departure from Brunnen

Map of Central Switzerland with the itinerary The Swiss Path from Brunnen

Day 1

Journey to Brunnen and hike to Seelisberg

Itinerary

Travel individually to Brunnen. The hike to Seelisberg starts from there.

Distance: 3 km

Elevation profile: ↑ 375 m ↓ 15 m

Duration: approx. 1h 30min

Overnight stay in Seelisberg

A ship is docked at a pier, surrounded by green hills and blue water.

Day 2

Hike from Seelisberg to Altdorf

Itinerary

Hike from Seelisberg to Altdorf. Along the way, there are beautiful views of Lake Uri, numerous refreshment options and bathing spots for cooling off in the cool lake.

Distance: 15 km

Elevation profile: ↑ 415 m ↓ 815 m

Duration: approx. 5h

Overnight stay in Altdorf

View of a lake with small islands, green landscape, and mountains in the background.

Day 3

Hike from Altdorf to Brunnen and departure from Brunnen

Itinerary

The route continues from Altdorf to Brunnen. The ascent from Sisikon is challenging, but at the top you can enjoy a great panoramic view.

Distance: 15 km

Elevation profile: ↑ 415 m ↓ 815 m

Duration: approx. 5h

A hike along a lake with mountains in the background.

When is the best time to travel?

Travel period

March to October

Recommended travel period

May to October

High season

July, August

Important information about the trip

What our Switzerland expert says

Hiking with a history lesson
In addition to the beautiful nature around Lake Lucerne, you will discover various important key sites in the origin of Switzerland along the way.
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