Discover the baroque Abbey Church and the historic Abbey Library on a thrilling tour, including a glimpse behind the abbey walls. 

What’s waiting for you.

• Tours through the Abbey Church and Abbey Library.
• Highlight: Monks procession, daily after Vespers at 4.30pm from the Abbey Church to the Chapel of Grace, where the choir sings the Salve Regina.
• Visit to the abbey shop.
• Gentle stroll along the Way of the Cross.

Getting there and useful information.

• From Zurich by RegioExpress to Einsiedeln, according to the Link opens in new window.online timetable, then 10 minutes on foot to the monastery.
• On weekends from 10 January to 1 March 2026, the RE Einsiedeln runs directly from Zurich to Einsiedeln in the morning and back in the evening.
• Daily tours of the abbey start at 2pm at the Einsiedeln Tourist Office. Of course, you can visit the abbey at any time without joining a tour.
• Duration of the excursion: as long as you like.
• Pram and wheelchair accessible.

Whether you prefer a short stroll or an extended hike, Einsiedeln offers a wide variety of paths for nature fans. Particularly popular is the idyllic winter hiking route along the Schwedentritt cross-country ski trail with breathtaking views of the Sihlsee lake and the surrounding mountains. The panorama trail up to the Vogelherd hiking region and the ascent to Birchli offers wonderful views and idyllic scenery.

Getting there and useful information.

• From Zürich by RE to Einsiedeln, according to the Link opens in new window.online timetable, then 10 minutes on foot to the start of the hiking trail.
• On weekends from 10 January to 1 March 2026, the RE Einsiedeln runs directly from Zurich to Einsiedeln in the morning and back in the evening. 
• Sihlsee winter hiking trail:
  • Duration: approx. 2 hours and 40 minutes
  • Length: 8.5 kilometres.
  • Degree of difficulty: intermediate.
• Sihlsee panorama trail:
  • Duration: approx. 2.5 hours.
  • Length: 9.4 kilometres.
  • Degree of difficulty: easy.
• Not suitable for prams and wheelchairs.

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Go to Sihlsee panorama trailLink opens in new window.

A mysterious murder at the abbey – and you have the chance to take part in investigations! On the Crime Trail in Einsiedeln, the entire location becomes the setting for a thrilling detective adventure. Armed with clues and a smartphone, you solve entertaining puzzles, inspect crime scenes and analyse criminal profiles to help you track down the truth. Decide for yourself the order you see settings and suspects. Perfect for families, groups and amateur detectives.

Getting there and useful information.

• From Zurich by RE to Einsiedeln, according to the Link opens in new window.online timetable, then 10 minutes on foot to Einsiedeln Abbey.
• On weekends from 10 January to 1 March 2026, the RE Einsiedeln runs directly from Zurich to Einsiedeln in the morning and back in the evening. 
• Duration of the Crime Trail: approx. 1.5 to 2 hours.
• Partly suitable for prams and wheelchairs.

Einsiedeln is a cross-country skiing paradise with two varied cross-country trails around the imposing abbey: the Schwedentritt trail offers a magnificent view of the Sihlsee lake and surrounding mountains, while the Bolzberg-Trachslau trail leads you across broad meadows and through tranquil forests – the perfect way to enjoy the peace of nature.

Getting there and useful information.

• From Zurich by RE to Einsiedeln, according to the online timetable, then 10 minutes on foot to the Schwedentritt trail or 7 minutes on foot to the Bolzberg-Trachslau trail.
• On weekends from 10 January to 1 March 2026, the RE Einsiedeln runs directly from Zurich to Einsiedeln in the morning and back in the evening.
• Duration of the excursion: as long as you like.

Tip: When you travel by public transport, you can take advantage of an attractive package offer with ‘Cross-country skiing hit Schwyz’.

If you like it authentic, the Mythen region will be right up your street. Skiing and snowboarding are the focus here, but winter hiking trails and snowshoe tours lead you through the stunning snowy scenery. Traditional dishes and magnificent views await you in the mountain restaurants.

Getting there and useful information.

• From Zurich by RE to Einsiedeln and onward by bus to Brunni SZ, Talstation LBH, according to the online timetable.
• On weekends from 10 January to 1 March 2026, the RE Einsiedeln runs directly from Zurich to Einsiedeln in the morning and back in the evening. 
• Duration of the excursion: as long as you like.
• Tip: Benefit from attractive discounts when you travel there by public transport.