03. Zugerberg Looper

The start of the 12 kilometres round is the Zugerberg station, either start by the station or just walk to the start point to warm up. There is a distinct line of pine trees leading up towards Hochwacht (988m) just follow the path leading up to get started. Most of us will start by walking as it is very steep on the first 200meters until the peak.

At the top, you might want to take a moment and marvel at the 360 view panorama. Here you get a peek of the Alps, the Aegeri valley, Rigi and an impressive overview of the canton of Zug. When you are ready, continue towards the south, first, you go alongside the edge of the forest before the trail enters the forest after a couple of hundreds of meters, going up and down in a nice flow. After crossing the main road you face the second climb of the trail, it is a long but gentle climb going about 300meters on a wide gravel road. Continue on the road for the next 2km, before turning left and crossing the stream. The trail will go through various sections and cross many roads before reaching the road leading back. It goes steady towards the north with the view of the Zugerlake. Passing Montana and the station before arriving at the starting point. This trail is perfect in the early morning on warm summer days.