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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Arth is a well-suited starting point for ascending Mount Rigi; consider taking the cogwheel railway from nearby Arth-Goldau.
- The weather by Lake Zug can change quickly; layer your clothing for mountain hikes.
- Look into the history of the 1806 Goldau landslide (Bergsturz); the landscape still shows its massive impact.
- Buy a regional transport pass if you plan to use the boats on Lake Zug and mountain trains frequently.
🍽 Food
A famous local cake flavored with kirsch; find it in bakeries around the village.
Try alpine cheeses produced on the slopes of the surrounding mountains.
Enjoy freshly caught fish at restaurants along the shores of Lake Zug.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Good for grabbing hiking snacks and local Swiss chocolates.
Look for small unmanned farm stalls selling fresh mountain produce and honey.
A peaceful walk along the water, especially beautiful at sunset.
Hike the less crowded paths of the Rossberg mountain for solitude and nature.
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Arth is situated on the southern shore of the easy on the eye Lake Zug in the canton of Schwyz. The town is part of the municipality of Arth, which also includes the well-known village of Goldau. This location makes it a convenient starting point for excursions into the mountains and onto the lake. Arth is particularly famous for being one of the main access points to Mount Rigi, the "Queen of the Mountains". The historic Arth-Rigi railway, a cogwheel train, once took passengers from Arth to the summit but was later replaced by the railway from Goldau. The area is also marked by the history of the 1806 Goldau landslide, one of Switzerland's worst-ever natural disasters. Today, the area is home to a nature and animal park. Visitors can enjoy water sports on Lake Zug, hike in the surrounding mountains, or simply take in the panoramic scenery. Local gastronomy features Swiss specialities, with the region being known for its cherries and the Kirsch (cherry brandy) made from them. Arth is easily accessible from cities like Zurich and Lucerne. Arth is a year-round destination. Summer is inviting for swimming and hiking, while winter gives skiing opportunities in the nearby areas. Autumn with its colorful foliage and spring with its blossoming fruit trees are also beautiful times to visit.
- Location: Switzerland
- Top sights: Strandbad Walchwil · Georgsbühne · Klosterkirche St. Avgin
- Nearby: Rigi (5 km)
- Population: ~9.850
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -4 | -4 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 2 | -3 |
| Rain mm | 101 | 81 | 102 | 107 | 163 | 176 | 173 | 190 | 124 | 110 | 103 | 106 |
Geography
Facts
- Located on the southern shore of Lake Zug
- Gateway to Mount Rigi
- Part of the municipality that includes Goldau
- Historic site of the Goldau landslide
- Famous for cherries and Kirsch brandy
- Near the Goldau Nature and Animal Park
- Former starting point of the Arth-Rigi railway
- Easily accessible from Zurich and Lucerne
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Sights in the town Arth (9)
Kimmelstiftung für Postgeschichte Museum Bauernhof🏛 museum
Farmhouse museum of postal history, run by the Kimmel Foundation.
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