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Weggis: Landslide calms down, monitoring continues
The landslides in the Tannenbergstrasse area of Weggis, at the foot of Mount Rigi, have subsided, but the risk of rockfalls remains. The municipality is closely monitoring the situation using GPS…
Rigi seasonal job: Tourist information staff wanted
Rigi Bahnen AG is seeking a staff member for the Vitznau Tourist Information Office for the 2026 summer season (mid-June to mid-September). This temporary position, with a workload of 40-60%,…
Rigi Historic XXL: Nostalgia on rail and in the air - Pentecost 2026
The Rigi Railways invite you to the Rigi Historic XXL Days on Pentecost and August 1, 2026, where historic trains and steam locomotives will transport visitors to the Queen of the Mountains.…
Rigi Railways: Record year for the Queen of the Mountains
Rigi Bahnen AG recorded its fourth consecutive record year in 2025 and the best result in its more than 150-year history. Over one million guests visited the "Queen of the Mountains," significantly…
Rigi First: Successful AGM and first alpine summer a complete success
The 4th Annual General Meeting of Alpkäserei Rigi First AG in Oberarth saw an impressive 88 percent voter turnout. The board proudly presented the successful first summer on the Rigi First alpine…
Train driver wanted for the Rigi
Rigi Bahnen AG is seeking a train driver and conductor (80-100%) to create unforgettable experiences for guests on the "Queen of the Mountains." The diverse responsibilities include passenger service…
Landslide on the Rigi slope: Weggis reacts to natural hazard
Following a significant landslide in the Windlochboden area on March 23, 2026, the municipality of Weggis, located at the foot of Mount Rigi, immediately implemented emergency measures. These…
Rigi region: Highest tourism intensity in Lucerne
Overnight stays in the Canton of Lucerne have increased, with the Rigi region playing a prominent role. At 38.6 overnight stays per capita, it boasts the highest tourist intensity in the canton,…
Rigi Railways: Record year and millions in investments
Rigi Bahnen AG recorded an exceptionally successful fiscal year in 2025, welcoming over one million guests and increasing revenues, boosted by a snowy winter and the 150th anniversary celebrations on…
Pro Rigi: Successful track record and new goals
The 59th General Assembly of Pro Rigi in Vitznau looked back on a successful 2025 and defined key projects for the preservation of the Rigi region. Highlights included numerous "Rigi - on sight!"…