The Queen of the Mountains: A Journey to Mount Rigi

In central Switzerland, near the beautiful city of Lucerne, you'll find the 'Queen of the Mountains' ~ Mount Rigi. This mountain rises high above the surrounding lakes, offering breathtaking views of Switzerland, from the rolling hills in the north to the impressive peaks of the Alps in the south. Mount Rigi is a popular day-trip destination for visitors from all over Switzerland, and it's no surprise given its central location and excellent transportation connections. There are two cogwheel railways that lead to the summit, one departing from Vitznau on the shores of Lake Lucerne, and the other from Arth-Goldau on the Gotthard line. Arth-Goldau station has direct trains to Zurich, Basel, Lucerne, Locarno, and Milan, but you can only reach Vitznau by boat from Lucerne. Whichever route you choose, the journey to the top of Mount Rigi will be one of the highlights of your trip to Switzerland.