Amselspitz

Amselspitz is a 1,491 m summit near Einsiedeln in the canton of Schwyz, in the Schwyz Alps (Schwyzer Alpen), at roughly 47.089 N, 8.743 E. It suits walkers who want to climb above the monastery town without committing to a high-alpine ascent.

Where is Amselspitz and what is it like?

The peak rises in the northern part of the Schwyz Alps, with Einsiedeln as the usual starting base. Route platforms list it both as a waypoint on longer trails and as a hiking goal in its own right. It is not a headline-grabbing height, but it works well as a stop on a longer ridge-and-alp day.

How do you reach the summit?

Hikers on Komoot recommend two approaches. One starts near Amslen and is fairly steep. The other begins at Amselgschwänd; it is gentler, though parts of it are advised only for experienced mountain walkers. These are mountain paths, not easy promenades, so wear sturdy hiking boots and check trail conditions before setting out.

Is Amselspitz on a well-known trail?

Yes. Stage 5 of the Schwyzer Höhenweg, from Holzegg to Einsiedeln, passes Furggelenstock, Alp Furggelen and Stockhütte before reaching Amselspitz, then descends to Einsiedeln. Operators give different figures: one lists about 22 km and 7.5 hours (rated difficult), another about 19 km and 6 hours 10 minutes (rated moderate). Plan for a full day and keep a time buffer.

Can you run it?

Amselspitz also appears on a trail-running loop of about 30 km that starts and ends in Einsiedeln and runs via Ufem Tritt, Amselspitz and Gämschspitz. One runner reports about 5 hours 18 minutes and says the path was hard to follow in places, so GPS navigation is worth having.

When should you go?

At 1,491 m, paths can hold snow for part of the year. Plan walks for the snow-free season, check the forecast and current path conditions, for example at the tourist information in Einsiedeln, and start early, especially if you combine the summit with the longer Schwyzer Höhenweg stage.

Frequently asked questions

How high is Amselspitz? 1,491 m above sea level.

Where should I start? Einsiedeln is the practical base; ascents lead from places such as Amslen and Amselgschwänd.

Is the route difficult? The climb from Amslen is steep and the Amselgschwänd path can be demanding. Operators rate the Schwyzer Höhenweg stage as moderate or difficult.

Is it part of a famous trail? Yes, it lies on stage 5 of the Schwyzer Höhenweg between Holzegg and Einsiedeln.