Schwyz is the capital of the canton of Schwyz. It also includes the districts of Rickenbach, Seeven and Ibach. The village square of Schwyz is situated at m above sea level between Lake Lucerne and Lake Lauerz. From Schwyz the steepest funicular in Switzerland runs to the car-free village of Stoos. Schwyz lies at the foot of the Mythen mountain massif on the southern slope.
The Grosse Mythen and the Kleine Mythen are two rock pyramids above the valley basin. They are a striking feature and can be recognized from afar. Hikers like to take the Gross Mythen as their destination.
Recommended by travellers. Tickets 2. Guided tours 1. Outdoor 3. Families 1. Dog 1. Stroller 1. Wheelchair 1. Better than 4. Better than 4 stars. Better than 3. Better than 3 stars. No Rating. The Rotenflue is a very popular take-off point for paragliders in the Mythen region. Fly on this tandem flight with an experienced pilot over the beautiful region in central Switzerland. Validity: All day. Use your phone or print out the voucher. Free cancellation. German, English. The Stoosbahn, the steepest funicular in the world, runs from Schwyz to Stoos in 7 min and climbs meters in altitude.
The car-free village of Stoos lies on a high plateau at meters above sea level. No queues. Why book with Swiss Activities? Largest selection in Switzerland. Over , satisfied customers. Free cancellation option. Book mobile tickets in 90 seconds. Take the Rotenfluebahn from Rickenbach to the Rotenflue.
The journey takes 18 minutes. Here you are in the middle of the Mythen region. Schwyz is located in central Switzerland and is one of the three original Swiss cantons together with Uri and Nidwalden.
