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A piece of Rigi in Teufenthal: Fondue experience in a historic railway carriage
Beat Frei, owner of the event chalet in Teufenthal, has acquired a decommissioned rail carriage from Rigi Bahnen to expand his offering. This historic carriage will soon provide a unique venue for…
Nostalgic trip to Rigi Kulm with fondue from November 28th
The Rigi Railways invite you to a unique winter ascent to Rigi Kulm, promising an unforgettable experience. In the heated "Car 6," guests will enjoy an aperitif with snacks and drinks under the…
Wild boars are wreaking havoc on the Urmiberg near Rigi – population control planned
Wild boars are causing significant damage to hay meadows around Seewen and on the Urmiberg mountain in the canton of Schwyz. For some farmers, this is already the sixth time their fields have been…
Latest news on the landslides in Weggis: Zingelistrasse open
The municipality of Weggis is providing an update on the landslide situation in the Windlochboden and Tannenbergstrasse area. From August 29, 2026, Zingelistrasse, which also connects to Rigistrasse,…
Vitznau Master Plan: Information Evening - September 14, 2026
An important information session regarding the Vitznau Master Plan will take place on Monday, September 14, 2026. Residents of Vitznau and the surrounding region are cordially invited to attend. From…
Fire ban continues on the Rigi
After weeks of heat and drought, several Swiss cantons are easing their total fire bans due to recent rainfall. However, the reduction in forest fire danger varies greatly from region to region,…
Rigi-Burggeist cable car renewal progresses
The 65th Annual General Meeting of Obergschwend – Rigi-Burggeist AG provided an update on the planned complete renovation of the cable car. Since the last AGM, significant milestones have been…
New Rigi cable car: Complaint slows construction
The planned replacement of the over 50-year-old aerial cableway from Weggis to Rigi Kaltbad with a modern gondola lift is facing another significant delay. The main reason is a pending appeal against…
Partial solar eclipse over the Rigi - August 12, 2026
On Wednesday evening, August 12, 2026, Switzerland will witness the largest partial solar eclipse until 2075, during which the moon will cover up to 91 percent of the sun. Mount Rigi, due to its…
Rigi Rope Park: Toilets closed due to water shortage
The Rigi rope park is affected by the ongoing drought, which is leading to a noticeable water shortage. The shared water source for the rope park and the Alpenhof hotel is currently carrying…