Discover Weggis: Chapels, culture trail and circular walks

When looking for a hotel in Weggis, you can plan your trip around the things that matter to you: chapels and local history, paths along Lake Lucerne, or a ride on the cable car to Rigi Kaltbad. The different buildings, routes and viewpoints offer concrete points of reference for planning your trip.

Culture and chapels in Weggis

The Catholic All Saints' Chapel dates back to 1623. Wall paintings and an elaborately ornamented ceiling define the building; today, the chapel is a listed monument. Its date of construction and design offer different points of interest: the date places the chapel in its historical context, while the paintings and ceiling highlight its artistic details. Anyone interested in sacred architecture will find a specific place here to learn about this part of Weggis's history.

The Eggisbühl Chapel offers a contrast in landscape. It stands on a hill above a vineyard and affords views of Lake Lucerne, green vineyards and Bürgenstock. The two chapels therefore have different features to focus on: the All Saints' Chapel for its building history and interior, and the Eggisbühl Chapel for its setting and views.

Both chapels are also intended for small weddings. The All Saints' Chapel has 50 seats, while the Eggisbühl Chapel has 35. When comparing the two options, seating capacity is one specific difference; both chapels are suitable for small weddings. As event arrangements can change, you should enquire about them before making plans.

Tourism history and paths by the lake

Weggis lido opened in 1919 and was Switzerland's first mixed-gender lido. The Weggis Culture Trail offers a short and a long route along Lake Lucerne and explores the history of tourism on the Lucerne Riviera. This lets you choose between a specific historical topic and a route that focuses on the development of tourism. If you plan to follow the Culture Trail, check current availability and app content in advance, as both may change.

Circular walk or FoodTrail?

The easy “Circular walk Weggis - Hertenstein” is 7.43 kilometres long. It leads from the centre of Weggis via Hügeri and Eggisbüel to Herrenwald on the Hertenstein peninsula. Along the way, the route offers views of Lake Lucerne and the mountains and passes traditional farmhouses and the Herrenwald forest. For planning, you can consider the distance, difficulty level and route together. Route details may change; check the current route before setting off.

The Weggis FoodTrail covers around 10.5 kilometres on foot and takes you to traditional and surprising establishments with a story to tell. Compared with the 7.43-kilometre circular walk, the stated walking distance is longer; the circular walk is also rated as easy. The different descriptions help you distinguish between the two offerings by distance and their respective character. As participating establishments may change, check in advance which stops are currently included.

Getting around and finding your way

The cable car from Weggis takes visitors to the village of Rigi Kaltbad in ten minutes. If you plan to use this connection, check the timetable and operating hours before your trip, as they may change. The Weggis Tourist Information office is right next to the landing stage and can advise you on planning activities in the Weggis Vitznau Rigi wellness region.

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