One of the most beautiful ridge walks in Switzerland, linking Klingenstock to Fronalpstock above the quiet, car-free village of Stoos.
🚠 Start: Steepest funicular in Europe → chairlift to Klingenstock
⏱ Distance: 4.4 km • ~2 hours • 290 m up, 300 m down
📍 Highlights: Big cliff viewpoint at Fronalpstock with a restaurant
How to get there
🚆 Train to Schwyz, bus #1 to Stoosbahn, funicular up to Stoos village. Short walk to Klingenstock chairlift.
🚗 Park at Grundstrasse 232, Schwyz.
Tips
Parts of the trail are narrow with steep drops
You can skip the chairlifts and hike up or down if you want the FULL workout :)
Best direction is Klingenstock → Fronalpstock for the dramatic views at the end
Go early in the morning to enjoy it before the crowds
Discount with Swiss Travel Pass, Swiss Half Fare Card, Lucerne Tell Pass