Wildspitz

#408 among destinations in Switzerland

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain, View point

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The Wildspitz is the highest summit of the Rossberg, a mountain of the Schwyzer Alps, located on the border between the Swiss cantons of Zug and Schwyz. Reaching a height of 1,580 metres above sea level, it is the highest summit in the canton of Zug. ()

Local name: Rossberg Elevation: 5184 ftProminence: 2559 ftCoordinates: 47°5'4"N, 8°34'39"E

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Steinerbergstrasse 2Sattel 6417 SchwyzSwitzerland

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+41 41 832 11 39

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Wildspitz – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rigi, Natur- und Tierpark Goldau, Scheidegg, Lake Zug.

4.7 miSW
Mountain for hiking and winter sports
Rigi, Arth
121 min walk • Rigi, often referred to as the "Queen of the Mountains," is a majestic mountain located in the heart of Switzerland, near the city of Arth. This towering natural landmark is a popular destination for tourists seeking both adventure and tranquility amidst the Swiss Alps.
2.5 miSW
Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
Natur- und Tierpark Goldau
64 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Switzerland, the Natur- und Tierpark Goldau is a serene oasis that offers a unique blend of wildlife and nature. This enchanting zoo, set against the backdrop of rugged mountains, provides a sanctuary for a diverse array of animals and plants...
4.7 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Scheidegg
121 min walk • The Scheidegg is a mountain summit of the Rigi massif, overlooking Goldau in the canton of Schwyz on its north mountainside, and Gersau and the Gersauerbecken on its south side. The cable car station 160 metres east of it is called Rigi Scheidegg.
5 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Zug
129 min walk • Lake Zug is a lake in Central Switzerland, situated between Lake Lucerne and Lake Zurich. It stretches for 14 km between Arth and the Cham-Zug bay.
3.6 miS
Scenic lake with 2 small islands
Lake Lauerz, Brunnen
93 min walk • Lake Lauerz is a lake in the Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland.
3.2 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Ägerisee
83 min walk • Ägerisee or Lake Aegeri is a glacial lake in the Canton of Zug, Switzerland. The two municipalities along its shore are Oberägeri and Unterägeri. The main tributary is the Hüribach; the Lorze river drains the Ägerisee. Since 1992 the lake has been used as a water reservoir.
2.6 miSW
47°4'8"N • 8°31'34"E
Seebad Arth, Arth
68 min walk • Watersports, Water park, Swimming
5.2 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Rigi Hochflue, Brunnen
133 min walk • The Rigi Hochflue is a mountain summit west of the mountain range Urmiberg, in itself part of the Rigi massif, overlooking the Gersauerbecken of Lake Lucerne in Central Switzerland on its mountainside to the south, and Lake Lauerz on its north side.
4.3 miSE
47°1'51"N • 8°37'19"E
Seebad Seewen, Brunnen
109 min walk • Amusement, Water park, Swimming
4.7 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Hochstuckli
121 min walk • The Hochstuckli is a mountain of the Schwyzer Alps, overlooking Mostelberg in the canton of Schwyz. In winter the mountain is part of a ski area. A ski-lift climbs to a height of 1,486 metres.
3.9 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Morgartenberg
101 min walk • The Morgartenberg is a mountain of the Schwyzer Alps, located west of Rothenthurm in the canton of Schwyz and overlooking Lake Ägeri on its west side. The border with the canton of Zug runs west of the mountains.