Rheinau Abbey – Rheinau Island loop from Eglisau

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Rheinau Abbey – Rheinau Island loop from Eglisau

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Rheinau Abbey – Rheinau Island loop from Eglisau

02:45

41.6km

500m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 1, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 21.4 km for 50 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.27 km

Riverside path on the Rhine near Tössegg

Highlight • River

Beautiful gravel path along the Rhine. Very quiet.

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4.60 km

Tössegg – Confluence of the Töss and Rhine

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Confluence of the Rhine and Töss. Nice picnic areas, boat landing (course ship and ferry to the other bank).

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16.7 km

Rhine River Trail

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Beautiful trail along the Rhine. You can swim and have a barbecue at the “Kuhtränke”.

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20.5 km

Little Rhine

Highlight • River

View of the small Rhine, almost picturesque

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20.6 km

The beautiful monastery complex is located on an island in the middle of the Rhine. Originally founded by the Benedictines, the buildings now house a Music Center and the House of Silence of the Order of the Spiritual Journey.

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20.7 km

Rheinau Island

Highlight • Historical Site

After the renovation, the monastery is again beautiful and the garden in bloom is always worth a stop for a short walk.

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21.4 km

Rheinau Hill Church

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The Rheinau mountain church was built in 1578 on the site of an older church. From up here you have a beautiful view of the town, the monastery island and the Rhine.

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38.0 km