Rigi Lehnenweg

Weggis, Luzern, Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra

20.9 miles (33.6 km) · 3,561 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Rigi Lehnenweg is a 20.9-mile loop route in Weggis, Luzern, Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra, gaining 3,561 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 6 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 6.4 miles gaining 1,575 feet at an average 7.9% grade. About 67% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a gradual climb.

Route facts

Distance	20.9 mi (33.6 km)
Elevation gain	3,561 ft (1,085 m)
Average gain	171 ft per mile (32 m per km)
Longest climb	7.7 mi, 104 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	38.9%
Runnable	67% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	9.6 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	50%
Mild uphill	4%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	13%
Mild downhill	6%
Moderate downhill	7%
Steep downhill	11%

Questions about Rigi Lehnenweg

How much elevation gain does Rigi Lehnenweg have?

Rigi Lehnenweg has 3,561 ft (1,085 m) of elevation gain over 20.9 miles (33.6 km). That averages 171 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Rigi Lehnenweg?

The difficulty score for Rigi Lehnenweg is 9.6 of 100. That is harder than 68.1% of routes at a similar distance. About 67% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Rigi Lehnenweg?

The longest climb on Rigi Lehnenweg runs 7.7 miles (12.5 km) and gains 104 ft (32 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 38.9%.