Alpine Panorama Trail
Overview
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Distance 13 km
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Duration 3 h 20 min
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Ascent 240 m
Intro
The varied pre-Alpine tour leads from the famous monastery town of Einsiedeln along an old pilgrims’ path over the Chatzenstrick to the almost as famous upland moors of Rothenthurm, then on over the Raten (views!) to the tranquil Aegerisee lake in the Zug region.
Detour / Closure
There are detours or closures along this route, for more information see https://schweizmobil.ch/en/hiking-in-switzerland/route-3/stage-9
Description
Unterägeri is situated in a hilly moraine landscape on the shores of the blue Ägeri lake which is located on the course of the Lorze river and is considered one of the most scenic places in the canton of Zug. With the use of hydroelectric power in the 19th century, industrialisation began and the population increased accordingly. Towards the end of the 19th century, Unterägeri developed into a health resort. Today it is a popular place to live for those who work in the nearby agglomeration.
The hike begins in the centre of the village. After crossing the Lorze, you leave the village and walk past a residential area, the sports field and old farmhouses. Until you reach the tennis courts, the road is mostly paved. This changes after the first hour of hiking: gravel roads, paths and forest roads now alternate until Brunegg.
With the lake of Zug, the pretty hilly landscapes and countless cherry trees in front of you, you hike down the valley towards Zug. After the Chämistal forest, the Verena chapel catches your eye. This baroque chapel used to sit in solitude on the hill far above Zug. Today it is much less exposed due to the growth of the residential areas.
Continuing through the new residential neighbourhoods, the Capuchin convent of Maria Opferung soon follows. In the 15th century, the Capuchins decided to make the education of girls their mission. Their commitment to education as well as the Franciscan monastic life lasted for many centuries to come. It was only in 2003 that the nuns had to discontinue the operation of Zug's first girls' school. Through the charming old town of Zug, you reach the lakeside promenade and shortly afterwards the train station and the finish of this stage which takes only three and a half hours.
An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted
| Start location |
Unterägeri
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| Destination |
Zug
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| Direction |
One way
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| Ascent |
240 m
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| Descent |
540 m
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| Distance |
13 km
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| Duration |
3 h 20 min
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| Duration back |
3 h 40 min
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| Technical requirements |
Easy
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| Physical requirements |
Medium
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| Season |
April - October
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| Theme |
With panoramic view
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| More information | https://schweizmobil.ch/en/hiking-in-switzerland/r... |
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