Riga - a mountain located on the border of the cantons Schwyz and Lucerne, the height of 1797 meters - one of the most popular tourist destinations. The guides of Riga is often called the "Queen of the mountains", not only for geographical location - in the heart of Switzerland, between two beautiful lakes (Tsugskoe and Lucerne), but also thanks to a stunning panorama of the Alps opens from the top.

On walking tours of Mount Rigi (with a total length of over 100 kilometers, there is a panoramic and theme trails, flower trail) equipped with some nice photo zone with fun sculptures, but the best decorator, of course, the very nature - from the top of grief views of the 13 lakes and all Swiss plateau - from the heart to the borders with Germany and France. Unforgettable views have made their mark in the works of famous people: the English artist Joseph Turner has several mountain scenery with views of Riga, and Mark Twain devoted "Queen of Mountains" an entire chapter in his book, "The Tramp Abroad".

In winter, the slopes turn into toboggan Riga (starts right from the station Rigi Kulm) and the ski slopes of different difficulty levels. Relax after skiing is possible in one of the many restaurants located on the sunny terrace or by the cozy fireplace with live fire.

You can get to Riga by the oldest mountain railway in Europe from Vitznau (opened May 21, 1871) on the train or the blue of Art Goldaev at the world's first electrified railway. At Travel red. From July to October on weekends for both routes you can take a trip on the vintage steam train, along the way you will be accompanied by the conductor in authentic costume of the XIX century. For thrill-seekers there is a third way of Weggis leads to the mountain cable car, its route is replete with sharp elevation changes, especially noticeable when moving down. But there is also a bonus - panoramic windows in the cabins, and a breathtaking view.