Winter hiking on the Ricken

The start is at the Ricken club house and leads to the Bildhus restaurant. The winter hiking route is continuously signposted. 

Day hiking backpack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover, comfortable and waterproof winter shoes or sturdy hiking boots, possibly crampons and gaiters, warm and weatherproof clothing in layers, hat/headband, scarf, gloves, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, thermos bottle with hot drink, first aid kit, pocket knife, mobile phone, possibly headlamp, map material, possibly telescopic poles

The start is located at the club house of the Rickenloipe at Rickenschwingerweg 2. The club house is clearly visible between Uznacher- and Rapperswilerstrasse.

The winter hiking trail on the Ricken is conveniently accessible by bus or post bus in about 20 minutes from Uznach or Wattwil. The bus ride from Rapperswil takes about 40 minutes.

Parking in the village is available directly at the club house or at the Schweizerhaus restaurant opposite Sparmini Ricken. On weekends, you will be guided by the parking team.

Outside the village, there are additional parking options at the Bildhaus restaurant or at the Eich parking lot.

All parking lots are free of charge

The snow report informs you about the current condition of the winter hiking trail.

You can find dining options on the website of Rickenloipe.