Rigi Hochflue
Rigi Hochflue is the most alpine of the 3 Rigi summits , the only one without a cable car to the top. The summit is pyramid shaped and protected on all sides by cliffs. All the routes to the summit are exposed, but not difficult and offer beautiful views over Vierwaldstättersee.
There is a lovely lake side youth hostel at Gersau if you need overnight accomodation. Also hotels in the region and camping at Brunnen
Drive or bus to Gersau
From Gersau, which has a youth hostel and great swimming in the summer, follow the signs through Oberdorf to Mettlen, and along the road to Cholerboden (751m). It is also possible to drive and park here. Follow a steep footpath to Ochsenalp (1053m), a large hanging shoulder with a lovely view back to the lake. The path soon disappears into the wood and comes at Zilistock back into the open. Now the interesting part. Through the wood to the cliffs and climb various iron steps, wires and ladders to reach the summit. About 3.5 hours from Gersau, an hour less from Cholerboden.
