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Bench with a view of the Alps – Hirzel Heights loop from Thalwil

Bench with a view of the Alps – Hirzel Heights loop from Thalwil

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Bench with a view of the Alps – Hirzel Heights loop from Thalwil

01:52

25.5km

500m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 28, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 4.96 km for 413 m

Dismount required: • Public holidays & Saturday & Sunday (otherwise open)

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

3.81 km

Highway Cross Country Section 3

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

First real single trail in Highway Cross Country. It offers a lot of driving fun and requires light technical skills. It is easy to drive on both sides.

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7.01 km

Bench with a view of the Alps

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Anyone who tackles the slight ascent towards Moorschwand will be royally rewarded for the few meters in altitude: weather permitting, many of the most famous Alpine peaks are within reach (Säntis, Glärnisch and many more).

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9.54 km

View of Zimmerberg

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normally very nice view

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10.2 km

Hirzel Heights

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view of the Alps and towards Lake Zurich / Eastern Switzerland

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16.1 km

Sihlwald Bridge over the Sihl River

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Here you decide to delve the road or the singletrack.

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18.1 km

Sihl River Path in the Sihlwald

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Beautiful cycle path along the river and through the Zurich Sihlwald Wilderness Park.

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22.9 km

Gattikerweiher

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One of the most beautiful lakes in the middle of the forest, in my opinion.

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23.0 km

Gattiker Forest Pond

Highlight • Lake

Nice spot that invites you to take a break

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25.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.2 km

8.33 km

2.53 km

1.25 km

209 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.76 km

6.24 km

5.93 km

3.43 km

124 m

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Highest point (760 m)

Lowest point (430 m)

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Friday 29 May

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