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View of Lake Zurich – Albis-Hochwacht Observation Tower loop from Sihlwald

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View of Lake Zurich – Albis-Hochwacht Observation Tower loop from Sihlwald

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View of Lake Zurich – Albis-Hochwacht Observation Tower loop from Sihlwald

04:36

14.7km

550m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.80 km

View of Lake Zurich

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you have a great view over Lake Zurich. The number of many houses in the distance is impressive.

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6.75 km

Albis-Hochwacht Observation Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

The observation tower is in the truest sense of the word the highlight of a run through the Sihlwald. If the calves are not glowing yet, you can change that on the 153 steps to the observation deck. At the top there is the reward by return: In good weather you have a breathtaking view to the Bernese Alps and the Jura.

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8.33 km

Bürglenstutz - Highest point of the Albis chain (915 meters)

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Especially in autumn and in spring you can enjoy a beautiful view here. On the way to the Albis restaurant, you come to a ridge section that gradually recovers after the devastation caused by the storm. A good reason to go there again and to observe this process.

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9.14 km

View of Lake Zürich from Albishorn

Highlight • Viewpoint

Tasty food, nice view.

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13.7 km

Sihlwald Forest Trail

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One of the most beautiful natural forests there is!

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13.9 km

Sihlwald Forest Trail

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The Sihlwald is a pristine natural forest south of Zurich where logging has been prohibited for years. Fallen giants of trees, moss-covered trunks, and dense foliage create a wild and romantic atmosphere. Along the Sihl River, you'll experience tranquility, birdsong, and a pure connection with nature – true wilderness right on the city's doorstep.

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14.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.02 km

5.97 km

956 m

402 m

358 m

Surfaces

7.89 km

2.44 km

2.03 km

1.59 km

389 m

376 m

Elevation

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Highest point (880 m)

Lowest point (490 m)

Weather

Monday 1 June

23°C

14°C

98 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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View of Lake Zurich – Albis-Hochwacht Observation Tower loop from Sihlwald

View of Lake Zurich

Albis-Hochwacht Observation Tower

Bürglenstutz - Highest point of the Albis chain (915 meters)

View of Lake Zürich from Albishorn

Sihlwald Forest Trail

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