Rigi Mountain Photo: Mount Riga

Rigi, a mountain on the border of the cantons of Schwyz and Lucerne, height 1797 metres, is one of the most popular tourist routes. The guides Riga is often called the "Queen of mountains" is not only the geographical location – in the heart of Switzerland, between two picturesque lakes Zug and Lucerne), but also because of the stunning Alpine panorama opening from the top.

Through the paths of the Rigi (with a total length of over 100 kilometers, and has a panoramic thematic routes, a flower trail) there are some cute photoson with fun sculptures, but the best decorator, of course, nature itself – from the top of Heartbreak views of 13 lakes and over the entire Swiss plateau – from the heart to the borders with Germany and France. Unforgettable views left its trace in the works of famous people: the English artist Joseph Turner has several mountain scenery with views of Riga, and mark TWAIN devoted to the "Queen of mountains" a whole Chapter in his book "a Tramp abroad".

In winter, the slopes of Riga turned into toboggan (starts right from the station Rigi Kulm) and ski slopes of different difficulty levels. Relax after skiing in one of the restaurants, relax on the sun terrace or by the cosy hearth with living flame.

To reach Riga the oldest mountain railway of Europe from Vitznau (was opened on 21 may 1871) on the blue train or from Art-Goldau at the world's first electrified railway. On the passage of the red color. From July to October at weekends on both routes you can take a trip on a vintage steam train, EN route you will be accompanied by the conductor in authentic costume of the nineteenth century. For thrill-seekers there is a third way, from Weggis cable car on the mountain is the road, its route is replete with dramatic elevation changes, this is especially noticeable when driving down. But there is the bonus of panoramic Windows in the cabins and breathtaking views.

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