The 20 Most Amazing Peaks around Glarus Nord

For breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views, consider the Fronalpstock, located near Mollis. Its summit provides expansive vistas over the Glarus region. Another excellent choice is the Vorder Glärnisch Summit, which also boasts a fantastic all-around view.

Yes, the Mürtschenstock massif offers challenging routes. While the full crossing of its three summits is an alpine climbing route, peaks like Fulen and Ruchen can be ascended without climbing equipment. However, the terrain is exposed, steep, and brittle, requiring alpine experience. The Vorder Glärnisch Summit also involves a demanding tour (T4 difficulty).

The Mürtschenstock is famous for its 'Mürtschenloch' or 'Stockloch,' a natural rock window. Twice a year, the sun shines through it, illuminating the church in Mühlehorn in November and February, and the village of Obstalden in late November and January. The area also features picturesque lakes like Talalpsee and Spaneggsee.

The peaks of Hirzli and Planggenstock, located near Niederurnen, are often explored together on a popular circular hike. This route offers varied terrain, from steep ascents to scenic ridge walks, with impressive panoramic views over the Linth plain, Lake Zurich, and Lake Walen.

You can access the Hirzli and Planggenstock area via the Niederurnen – Morgenholz cable car. This helps reduce the initial elevation gain, making the start of the hike more accessible.

Visitors appreciate the tranquility and the beautiful views from Planggenstock, especially the scenic ridge path connecting it from Hirzli. It's noted for offering a peaceful experience compared to other popular spots.

From Gross Aubrig Summit, you can enjoy extensive views of Lake Zurich and Lake Wägital, as well as across to the Glarner and Urner Alps, and towards Toggenburg and the Alpstein region.

Yes, Glarus Nord offers a range of hiking trails. For example, the 'On the Fronalpstock' route is considered difficult, while the 'Ahornenrundweg' and 'Via Glaralpina Trail' are moderate. You can find more details and routes in our Hiking around Glarus Nord guide.

Beyond hiking, Glarus Nord is excellent for cycling. You can explore gravel biking routes like the 'Shore of Lake Obersee – Linth Canal loop' or road cycling routes such as the 'Start of the Klausen Pass – Urnerboden Plateau loop'. Discover more options in our Gravel biking around Glarus Nord and Road Cycling Routes around Glarus Nord guides.

Chüemettler Summit provides an imposing view of the Speer-Federikette and a wonderful panorama over Lake Zurich and the green, hilly landscape. The path over the Furggli to the summit is generally considered nice and easy to walk.

The best time for hiking in Glarus Nord generally spans from late spring to early autumn (May to October), when trails are clear of snow and weather conditions are most favorable. Some higher alpine routes, like those on Mürtschenstock, are best attempted in mid-summer.