Etzel (mountain)

The Etzel is a mountain on the south side of Lake Zürich in Switzerland. Although its elevation, of 1,098 metres (3,602 ft), is relatively modest, it is notable for its aspect when viewed from the lake and its surroundings. It is also well known for its views over Lake Zurich (including the Seedamm near Rapperswil) and Lake Sihl and over the Prealps and Alps. There is a mountain inn^[2] at the summit.

Etzel
Etzel as seen from the Lake Zürich, with Ufenau island in the foreground
Highest point
Elevation	1,098 m (3,602 ft)
Prominence	148 m (486 ft)[1]
Coordinates	47°10′40″N 8°46′03″E
Geography
Etzel Location in Switzerland
Location	Schwyz, Switzerland
Parent range	Schwyzer Alps

The mountain forms part of the Schwyzer Alps mountain range, and lies in the canton of Schwyz. Its summit and slopes are divided between the municipalities of Feusisberg, which lies to the north, and Einsiedeln, which lies to the south.

The mountain has given its name to the 1934-built MV Etzel, now preserved on Lake Zürich.