Hirzel, a region in the canton of Zürich, Switzerland, offers diverse landscapes ideal for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and viewpoints providing expansive vistas of Lake Zurich and the Alps. Moderate elevations make its natural beauty accessible for a range of activity levels, supporting several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more. This varied terrain provides a mix of natural features that enhance the outdoor experience.
110
Routes
4.6
(277)
Average rating
3579
People visited

5.0
(1)
37
riders
67.1km
03:58
1,210m
1,210m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.1
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402
riders
111km
05:48
1,960m
1,960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.7
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270
riders
53.7km
03:08
980m
980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

179
riders
64.6km
03:04
770m
770m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
(2)
3
riders
33.7km
03:23
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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180
riders
49.6km
03:34
1,140m
1,140m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
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11
riders
34.8km
02:22
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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46
riders
23.7km
01:29
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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296
hikers
4.85km
01:21
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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71
hikers
9.07km
02:33
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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18
hikers
8.92km
02:30
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(3)
23
hikers
5.52km
01:30
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(10)
186
riders
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(2)
78
riders
27.7km
02:18
520m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
31
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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28
riders
25.3km
02:05
660m
660m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(13)
76
riders
35.1km
02:26
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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74
riders
37.8km
03:15
860m
860m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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60
riders
34.3km
02:49
840m
840m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(4)
31
riders
26.3km
02:03
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(1)
52
runners
10.7km
01:10
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
runners
9.38km
01:01
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
5.87km
00:40
120m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
11
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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3
hikers
9.23km
03:02
400m
400m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
4.50km
01:27
190m
190m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Hirzel offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Mountaineering. The region features 57 routes, with an average rating of 4.54 stars from over 6,000 ratings.
Yes, komoot provides a dedicated guide for hiking. This guide details various trails and points of interest for hikers in the region. Explore the options in the Hiking around Hirzel guide.
Hirzel's rolling hills and scenic routes are well-suited for road cycling, offering picturesque rides with views of Lake Zurich and the Alps. Information on routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Hirzel guide. Traffic-free options are also available.
Mountain biking trails around Hirzel feature varied terrain, including forest sections and open paths. Routes often offer views of Lake Zug and Lake Zurich. Discover trails in the MTB Trails around Hirzel guide.
Yes, Hirzel provides options for gravel biking, utilizing its network of forest and unpaved roads. These routes offer scenic rides through diverse landscapes. Consult the Gravel biking around Hirzel guide for more details.
Hirzel is known for its rolling hills, dense forests, and viewpoints offering expansive vistas of Lake Zurich and the Alps. Notable natural attractions include the Mossy Forest near Sihlsprung and the tranquil Horgner Bergweiher pond.
Hirzel's moderate elevations make its natural beauty accessible for a range of activity levels, including easier routes. For example, the Mossy Forest Near Sihlsprung – Sihlsprung loop is an easy 3-mile (4.8 km) hiking trail. Other sports also offer accessible options.
Hirzel's routes are highly popular on komoot, with over 127,000 visitors having explored the area. The 57 available routes have received an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from more than 6,000 ratings.
Yes, Hirzel offers traffic-free cycling options suitable for various bike types. These routes provide a safer and more relaxed cycling experience. Explore these options in the Traffic-free bike rides around Hirzel guide.
Hirzel is now part of the municipality of Horgen. Official information and contact details for the municipality can be found on their website. The official website for the municipality is www.horgen.ch.
Yes, Hirzel provides trails suitable for jogging and running. The region's diverse landscapes offer varied terrain for runners. Consult the Running Trails around Hirzel guide for specific routes.
Hiking trails in Hirzel vary in length to suit different preferences. For instance, the Mossy Forest Near Sihlsprung – Sihlsprung loop is approximately 3 miles (4.8 km), while the View of the Alps from Hirzel – Horgner Bergweiher loop is about 5.7 miles (9.1 km).

