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Things to see in Schwyz (Switzerland): 67 places and when to go
Schwyz is a town in Switzerland, and this site lists 67 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (19), Nature (17), Hiking (15). The best known are Rigi, Hölloch and Druesberg. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 19. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Switzerland · 47.02, 8.648
- Places
- 67 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (19) · Nature (17) · Hiking (15) · Snow (13) · Hot springs (8) · Diving (6)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- ZRH Zurich, 49 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Druesberg, at 2,282 m.
What to see in Schwyz
The places in and around Schwyz, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- RigiMountain in Switzerland13 km
- HöllochNature12 km
- DruesbergNature · Mountains14 km
- Grosser MythenMountain in Switzerland3.3 km
- Kleiner MythenMountain in Switzerland3.6 km
- KlingenstockMountain in Switzerland7.3 km
- Rigi HochflueMountain in Switzerland6.8 km
- FurggelenstockMountain in Switzerland6.8 km
- MorgartenbergMountain in Switzerland8.9 km
- BietMountain in Schwyz District, Switzerland15 km
- Hoch-YbrigSki resort in Schwyz Canton, Switzerland11 km
- HochstuckliMountain in Switzerland4.6 km
- ScheideggMountain in Switzerland9.8 km
- RoggenstockMountain in Switzerland11 km
- RossbergMountain range in Switzerland8.9 km
- FirstspitzNature · Mountains9.4 km
- Museum of the Swiss Charters of ConfederationHistorical museum in Schwyz (Switzerland)241 m
- Natur- und Tierpark GoldauZoological park in Goldau, Switzerland7.9 km
- Schwanau castle ruinArchaeological site on the island of Schwanau in Lake Lauerz in the canton of Schwyz, Switzerland4.1 km
- Forum of Swiss History Schwyz (collection)Historical museum in Schwyz in Switzerland313 m
- Skywalk SattelArchitecture5.4 km
- Schiller stoneRock jutting out of the water at the entrance to the Lake of Uri in the municipality of Seelisberg in the canton of Uri, Switzerland5.7 km
- Hofstatt Ital RedingManor house in Schwyz in the canton of Schwyz in Switzerland628 m
- Kloster IngenbohlTemples3.3 km
And the other 43, by what you come to do:
- History: little castle Beroldingen with chapel
- Mountains: Alpwirtschaft Roggenloch, Berghaus Pragelblick, SAC Clubhaus Bärenfang, Sternenegg, Tritthütte
- Snow: Brunni-Haggenegg, Brunni-Holzegg-Rotenflue, Ibergeregg-Handgruobi, Rigi-Scheidegg/Burggeist, Rothenthurm, Sattel-Hochstuckli, Skifahren Rigi Staffel, Skilift Brunni, Skilift Oberiberg, Skilifte Ibergeregg, Stoos
- Diving: Chappeli, Eierhals, Morgarten Denkmal, Tresorfabrik
- Food and drink: Fassbind, Hofbrennerei zum Römerhof, Schaubrennerei
- Nature: Freibad, Lindenplätzli / Badeplatz Brunnen SZ
- Hiking: Geologischer Wanderweg Roggenstock, Pragelpass-Weg, Schwyzer Höhenweg, Schwyzer Höhenweg - Etappe 2, Schwyzer Höhenweg - Etappe 3, Schwyzer Höhenweg - Etappe 4, Schwyzer Höhenweg - Etappe 5, Waldstätterweg - Etappe 1, Waldstätterweg - Etappe 7, Swiss Path
- With kids: Hallenbad Minster, Swiss Holiday Park Resort
- Hot springs: Seebad Arth, Seebad Lauerz, Seebad Seewen, Strandbad Brunnen, Strandbad Cholplatz
When to go to Schwyz
The best time to visit Schwyz is May to October; also possible: November to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:43
- FebPossible10:03
- MarPossible11:36
- AprPossible13:22
- MayBest time14:51
- JunBest time15:40
- JulBest time15:20
- AugBest time14:02
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:36
- NovPossible9:05
- DecPossible8:19
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 19. In July, 55 of the 67 places are at their best.
When to go to Switzerland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Schwyz
The nearest main airport is Zürich Airport (ZRH, Zurich), 49 km as the crow flies. How to get around Switzerland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Altdorf, Uri80 places16 km
- Zug71 places21 km
- Stans52 places22 km
- Pfäffikon SZ104 places23 km
- Lucerne68 places28 km
- Linthal68 places31 km
And all of Switzerland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Schwyz?
The best known: Rigi, Hölloch, Druesberg, Grosser Mythen, Kleiner Mythen. In all, 67 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Schwyz?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 19.
How do you get to Schwyz?
The nearest main airport is Zürich Airport (ZRH), 49 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Schwyz as the destination and these 67 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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