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Bischofszell
Hauptwil-Gottshaus

Horbacher Pond – Waldschenke Bischofszell loop from Hauptwil

Moderate

4.8

(22)

68

hikers

Horbacher Pond – Waldschenke Bischofszell loop from Hauptwil

02:25

8.84km

130m

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: May 22, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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360 m

Historic industrial village center

Highlight • Historical Site

The village center of Hauptwil is historic from old industrial times, also with many old residential buildings. Received the Wakker Prize in 1999. Is well documented on site on boards.

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2

513 m

Hauptwil Pond

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A beautifully situated idyllic pond, with a public bath in summer.

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895 m

Hauptwiler Weiher

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At Hauptwiler Weiher you will enjoy a peaceful and picturesque retreat in nature, ideal for those seeking tranquility. The area is a paradise for birdwatchers, as the pond attracts a …

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1.15 km

Büelhölzli

Forest

5

1.68 km

Horbacher Pond

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Created in the 15th century for fish farming, Hauptwil's five ponds are now an idyllic local recreation area and are protected. The Horbacher Weier is the middle of the five ponds.

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2.27 km

Horbacher Weiher

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With good visibility, you can see the Alpstein panorama.

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3.49 km

Horber Weier

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The Horber Weier is the easternmost of the five Hauptwiler Weier.

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8

7.43 km

Waldschenke Bischofszell

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The Waldschenke Bischofszell is located at 600 m above sea level on the south flank of the Bischofsberg in idyllic Oberthurgau, one of the most beautiful regions of Thurgau.

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8.40 km

Historic Center of Hauptwil

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Old gate tower, fire department depot and castle, everything historically.

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8.84 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.59 km

1.61 km

1.17 km

969 m

510 m

Surfaces

2.48 km

1.78 km

1.55 km

1.43 km

1.06 km

547 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (540 m)

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Sunday 24 May

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