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Lantern Trail Unteriberg

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Route
Winter Hiking
Length
1.8 km
Travel time
approx. 0 ½ h
Tour details
Tour details
Lantern Trail Unteriberg
Gemütliche Abendstimmung auf dem Laternenweg in Unteriberg.
Photo: Schwyz Tourismus
Lantern Trail Unteriberg
Der Laternenweg verfügt über insgesamt 40 Laternen.
Photo: Schwyz Tourismus
Lantern Trail Unteriberg
Der Winterwanderweg eignet sich für Gross und Klein.
Photo: Lorenz Hausheer, Schwyz Tourismus
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Experience a leisurely winter hike with family or friends on the delightful lantern trail in Unteriberg.
The Lantern Trail features a total of 40 lanterns spread along the entire path, created by various Ybrig artists. Additionally, you'll encounter a nativity scene along the Lantern Circular Path. This Christmas-themed winter hiking trail runs along a flat path by the river. The lanterns illuminate the circular path from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM with candlelight. All lanterns are lit from the end of November until January 6th. This experience is suitable for all ages.
Tour details
Tour details

Technical details

Tour type
Winter Hiking
Starting point
Minsterplatz Parking
Point of arrival
Minsterplatz Parking
Difficulty
Easy
Condition
1 / 6
Ascent
0
Descent
0
Best Time of Year
January, December
Directions
The trail starts from Minsterplatz Parking - follow the lanterns along the circular path to the right along the river until you return to Minsterplatz Parking.
Equipment
Wear warm footwear. It is recommended to wear a winter jacket, gloves, and a hat as it can get a bit chilly in the evening.
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Good to know

Parking
You can park directly at the Baumeli multipurpose hall.
Arrival / Return journey
From Zurich, take the A3 motorway to the Richterswil exit, then drive through Samstagern, Schindellegi to Einsiedeln (bypass road), and continue along the Sihlsee to Unteriberg.

From Schwyz, take the cantonal road towards Sattel, then continue to Biberbrugg, and at the junction, head towards Einsiedeln (bypass road), and follow the Sihlsee to Unteriberg.

From Zug, take the cantonal road towards Ägeri to Oberägeri, cross over the Raten pass to Biberbrugg, at the junction, head towards Einsiedeln (bypass road), and continue along the Sihlsee to Unteriberg.

Accessible by bus and train
Yes
Public transport
Take the Postbus from Einsiedeln towards Hoch-Ybrig, and get off at the bus stop Unteriberg, Herti.
Further information & links
You can find more winter hiking trails here.