Rütli, Mountain meadow in Seelisberg, Switzerland.
The Rütli meadow stretches across the slopes near Lake Lucerne, surrounded by mountains and offering views of the surrounding Alpine landscape.
In 1291, representatives from Uri, Schwyz, and Unterwalden gathered at Rütli meadow to establish the Old Swiss Confederacy through a sworn oath.
The Rütli meadow serves as the primary location for Swiss National Day celebrations on August 1st, drawing citizens from across the nation.
Visitors can reach the meadow through boat services from Lake Lucerne or by following hiking trails from the town of Seelisberg.
General Henri Guisan delivered his notable Rütlirapport speech to Swiss military officers at this meadow in 1940, reinforcing Swiss independence during World War II.
Location: Seelisberg
GPS coordinates: 46.96934,8.59270
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:48
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