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Irchel Tower – Hochwacht Irchel viewpoint loop from Embrach-Rorbas

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Irchel Tower – Hochwacht Irchel viewpoint loop from Embrach-Rorbas

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Irchel Tower – Hochwacht Irchel viewpoint loop from Embrach-Rorbas

04:01

50.4km

770m

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: May 22, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.21 km for 99 m

After 47.1 km for 99 m

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Start point

Train Station

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7.41 km

Irchel Tower

Highlight • Monument

Beautiful view of the wine country and with a clear view of the Alps. The view compensates for the steep ascent by bike to the foot of the tower. For the hungry, it has two fireplaces and different seating.

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10.3 km

Irchel

Forest

11.1 km

Irchel Ridge Flow Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Flowy trail just before the Hochwacht ...

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12.3 km

Hochwacht Irchel viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice view towards Eglisau. Good BBQ area!

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18.9 km

Forspitz

Highlight • River

Beautiful point directly on the Rhine, with rest stops. Boat watering point.

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19.4 km

View of the Thurspitz Confluence

Highlight • Viewpoint

The detour to the Thurspitz is also worthwhile from the south side.

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23.5 km

Birdwatching Hide at Thur River

Highlight • Structure

Well-protected observation hut from where you can watch birds and other animals.

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39.9 km

Alpine Panorama

Highlight • Viewpoint

43.8 km

Wart Castle

Highlight • Castle

A very beautiful bike path leads right past it.

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50.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.2 km

7.20 km

5.17 km

4.35 km

1.57 km

882 m

Surfaces

16.1 km

15.8 km

11.2 km

5.28 km

1.59 km

433 m

Elevation

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Highest point (690 m)

Lowest point (340 m)

Weather

Tuesday 26 May

31°C

16°C

40 %

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Irchel Tower – Hochwacht Irchel viewpoint loop from Embrach-Rorbas

Irchel Tower

Irchel Ridge Flow Trail

Hochwacht Irchel viewpoint

Forspitz

View of the Thurspitz Confluence

Birdwatching Hide at Thur River

Alpine Panorama

Wart Castle

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