Hiking vacation The Swiss Path

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

3 days / 2 nights

from $ 640

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

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Highlights

Breathtaking beauty of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains
Tell's chapel – idyllically situated on the lake shore near Sisikon
Hike along the key points of Switzerland's earliest history
Numerous bathing spots for cooling off in the lake
Boat trip 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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Travel itinerary

Overview

Day 1 Arrival in 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

Arrival in Brunnen and hike to Seelisberg

Daily Itinerary

You travel individually to Brunnen. The hike to Seelisberg starts from there.

Distance: 3 km / 2 mi

Elevation profile: ↑ 1230 ft ↓ 49 ft

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

Daily Itinerary

You hike from Seelisberg to Altdorf. Along the way, there are beautiful views of the Uri arm of Lake Lucerne, numerous options for meals, and bathing spots for cooling off in the cool lake.

Distance: 15 km / 9 mi

Elevation profile: ↑ 1,362 ft ↓ 2,674 ft

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

Daily Itinerary

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

Distance: 15 km / 9 mi

Elevation profile: ↑ 1,362ft ↓ 2,674 ft

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 history of Switzerland's origins along the way.
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