Schwyz, Switzerland
Hiking trails near Einsiedeln
164 quality-checked hiking routes are currently mapped within 40 km of Einsiedeln, Schwyz, Switzerland. Together their route lines cover 2.5k km. The average route is 15.3 km with 578 m (1,896 ft) of recorded ascent.
- 164
- Trails
- 40 km
- Search radius
- 22
- Easy routes
- 0.9 km
- Closest
The directory difficulty mix is 22 easy (13%), 67 moderate (41%) and 75 hard or expert (46%). 8 routes (5%) are recorded as loops. Difficulty is calculated from available distance and elevation data; it is not a statement about technical terrain or current conditions.
The most frequent route tags are mountain (57), lake (20), panoramic viewpoint (12), alpine meadow (11). The highest recorded point in this set is 2,876 m (9,436 ft). The place-level planning field lists june to september as the preferred season; check each route and official notices for live access and weather. European Long distance path E1 - part Switzerland, Alpine Panorama Trail, Alpine Panorama Trail currently lead this page’s directory ranking, which uses route completeness and computed route scores rather than editorial field testing.
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How do these routes differ?
A closer look at the first 6 routes in this page’s default ordering. These comparisons describe this sample, not the entire destination or a field-tested recommendation.
Shortest mapped distance in this sample
22.5 km
Alpine Panorama TrailCompare the climbing too; shortest does not necessarily mean easiest.
Lowest recorded ascent in this sample
670 m
Alpine Panorama Trail6 of 6 have ascent data. Missing measurements are excluded.
Return logistics
0 recorded loops
Check start and finish for every option. An unknown shape does not mean a loop, and a loop does not establish access to its start.
Plan the return journey →| Route | Distance | Ascent | Moving time | Shape |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| European Long distance path E1 - part Switzerland | 312 km | 5,582 m | 82 hr | Point to point |
| Alpine Panorama Trail | 22.5 km | 989 m | 6 hr 24 min | Point to point |
| Via Alpina | 29.5 km | 1,304 m | 8 hr 32 min | Point to point |
| Via Alpina | 24.7 km | 1,846 m | 8 hr 13 min | Point to point |
| Alpine Panorama Trail | 25.8 km | 670 m | 6 hr 43 min | Point to point |
| Via Alpina | 27.0 km | 787 m | 7 hr 10 min | Point to point |
Distances follow stored route lines; ascent and time are estimates. Current access, surface and technical difficulty need separate checks. How to turn a comparison into a shortlist.
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Guides around Einsiedeln
- Hiking Trails Under 10 km near Einsiedeln76
- Hard Hiking Trails near Einsiedeln75
- Moderate Hiking Trails near Einsiedeln67
- Best Mountain Hikes near Einsiedeln57
- Hiking Trails Under 5 km near Einsiedeln49
- Hiking Trails Over 20 km near Einsiedeln33
- Easy Hiking Trails near Einsiedeln22
- Family-Friendly Hikes near Einsiedeln22
- Best Lake Hikes near Einsiedeln20
- Dog-Friendly Hikes near Einsiedeln20
- Best Panoramic Hikes near Einsiedeln12
- Best Alpine Meadow Hikes near Einsiedeln11
Frequently asked questions
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How to choose a hike beyond the difficulty label
Compare distance, climbing, route shape and missing information to build a shortlist that fits your day.
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Read an elevation profile without misreading the climb
Understand total ascent, net height change, profile scale and the section breakdown on each mapped route.
Read article →Planning your day
Build a hiking time plan with room for your own pace
Separate moving time, climbing allowance and stops, then explore how changing your assumptions changes the plan.
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