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Altberg Observation Tower – Altberg Observation Tower loop from Zürich Oerlikon

Altberg Observation Tower – Altberg Observation Tower loop from Zürich Oerlikon

Moderate

3.9

(14)

165

riders

Altberg Observation Tower – Altberg Observation Tower loop from Zürich Oerlikon

01:54

30.5km

420m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: June 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 20.2 km for 101 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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3.95 km

ETH Hönggerberg Campus

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On a saddle between Hönggerberg and Käferberg lies the ETH Hönggerberg campus, home to one of the world's most renowned technical universities. Since its founding in 1855, it has produced …

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6.28 km

Short trail

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Flat can be ridden in both directions, and then there are several trails in the immediate vicinity

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3

13.4 km

Water Wheel on the Way to Waldschenke

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Nice climb in the shade to Altberg

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13.4 km

Wooden Bridge in the Forest

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5

15.3 km

Altberg Observation Tower

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The tower is located on the Altberg at 630 meters and packs another 30 meters on top. You reach the observation deck over 147 steps - at the top you …

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15.3 km

Altberg Forest Inn

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The restaurant is always recommended for a stop!

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7

15.3 km

Altberg Observation Tower

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A great view. We were in December and there was a lot going on there. I can imagine that summer is really full.

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8

22.6 km

Grünwald Garden Café

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A nice place for a "forest restaurant" (self-service) to relax at the end and you always have your bike within sight.

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27.4 km

Chäferberg

Forest

B

30.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.1 km

2.98 km

1.43 km

858 m

185 m

Surfaces

22.0 km

6.50 km

1.69 km

306 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (440 m)

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Friday 10 July

33°C

18°C

11 %

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