Linth Canal – Linth Canal loop from Näfels-Mollis

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Linth Canal – Linth Canal loop from Näfels-Mollis

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Linth Canal – Linth Canal loop from Näfels-Mollis

03:11

54.0km

100m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.47 km

View of the Linth River and the Glarus Mountains

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11.1 km

Linth Canal

Highlight • River

The Linth Canal connects Lake Walen and Lake Zurich. Just like the waterway, you can also stroll between the two, following its peaceful course.

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11.8 km

Linth Canal

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On the Lindt Canal you can cross the Lindt plain away from road traffic and ride along the easy gravel road on the dam towards Lake Walen or Lake Zurich. The route is well signposted.

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12.7 km

Linth Canal

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Pretty straight and a bit monotonous to cycle, but the view towards Glarus makes up for it.

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15.3 km

Beach

20.0 km

Shore of Lake Obersee

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This bike path is nice to ride and there is a lot to look at.

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27.1 km

Strandweg Rapperswil–Schmerikon

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A very beautiful stretch of bike path. Rest stops (benches, tables, a restaurant, etc.) are available. Views are also available.

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34.6 km

Schmerikon — lakeside on Lake Zurich

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Beautifully landscaped park directly on the lake. Great bike path.

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35.6 km

Old Wooden Covered Bridge

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Quite an old wooden bridge which looks amazing

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54.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.2 km

14.6 km

2.13 km

2.02 km

1.85 km

1.29 km

Surfaces

31.5 km

21.9 km

406 m

245 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 5 October

18°C

7°C

37 %

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Linth Canal – Linth Canal loop from Näfels-Mollis

View of the Linth River and the Glarus Mountains

Linth Canal

Linth Canal

Linth Canal

Shore of Lake Obersee

Strandweg Rapperswil–Schmerikon

Schmerikon — lakeside on Lake Zurich

Old Wooden Covered Bridge

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