Filzbach is a village situated on a terrace approximately 300 meters above Walensee lake in the canton of Glarus, Switzerland. This elevated position on the Kerenzerberg offers expansive views of the lake and surrounding mountains, providing a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The region's natural setting, characterized by mountainous terrain and well-maintained paths, supports several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Filzbach offers a wide range of outdoor activities and routes…
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4.9
(24)
172
hikers
16.5km
07:00
830m
1,410m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
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175
hikers
7.02km
03:30
590m
590m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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409
hikers
11.9km
04:09
640m
640m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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130
hikers
11.0km
04:01
660m
660m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
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5.51km
00:20
10m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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558
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37.4km
02:22
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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340
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53.4km
03:32
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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183
riders
28.5km
02:08
650m
650m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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916
riders
93.8km
05:01
1,720m
1,720m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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230
riders
71.0km
03:17
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.2
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156
riders
50.6km
02:22
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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141
riders
39.9km
01:59
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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99
runners
11.2km
01:14
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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62
runners
41.4km
05:14
1,070m
1,070m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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105
runners
10.3km
01:28
470m
470m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

50
runners
6.67km
00:43
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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44
riders
13.4km
01:30
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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42
riders
22.1km
02:36
870m
870m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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62
riders
21.8km
01:53
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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20
riders
22.9km
02:31
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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53
riders
60.4km
04:28
1,420m
1,420m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38
riders
34.7km
01:47
210m
210m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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36
riders
27.5km
01:59
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

15
riders
25.5km
02:12
940m
940m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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31
hikers
9.76km
05:01
880m
870m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
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25
hikers
12.7km
06:35
960m
960m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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29
hikers
17.8km
07:12
1,040m
1,050m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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24
hikers
10.7km
05:11
880m
880m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Filzbach offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and mountaineering. The region provides more than 40 routes across these sports. Its elevated position on the Kerenzerberg offers panoramic views for various activities.
Filzbach features a diverse network of hiking trails, including routes on the Kerenzerberg high plateau and around the Talalp mountain lake. The area also offers themed trails, such as one focusing on geology and cheese production. Alpine hikers can explore opportunities around the Glärnisch mountain. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Filzbach guide.
Filzbach and the Kerenzerberg region offer varied terrain for cycling, including touring, road cycling, and mountain biking. Scenic roads and trails provide views of Walensee. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Filzbach and MTB Trails around Filzbach are available.
Filzbach offers scenic views of the deep-blue Walensee lake and is situated on the Kerenzerberg, providing panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains. Notable features include the Talalp mountain lake and the majestic Glärnisch mountain. The Mürtschenloch, a natural rock opening, is a special phenomenon observed twice a year in a neighboring municipality.
Filzbach offers activities suitable for families, such as the "DenkWeg" puzzle trail that starts at the village sports center. This trail leads past eight puzzle stations and includes a dragon-themed playground. The region also features a summer roller-sledge run and an adventure rope park.
Filzbach is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 56,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in Filzbach have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars. There are over 40 routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Filzbach, covering various sports. Available guides include Hiking around Filzbach, Road Cycling Routes around Filzbach, and MTB Trails around Filzbach. Other guides cover touring cycling, jogging, mountaineering, and gravel biking.
The Kerenzerberg is a high plateau where Filzbach is situated, approximately 300 meters above Walensee lake. It serves as a pass between the Walensee and the Glarnerland. The plateau offers extensive views and access to numerous hiking and cycling routes, facilitated by a chairlift.
The Filzbach chairlift provides easy access to attractive hiking routes on the Kerenzerberg high plateau. Information regarding public transport connections to Filzbach itself can be found through general Swiss public transport services. The region is well-connected for visitors.
Filzbach offers expansive natural landscapes and well-maintained paths suitable for jogging. The "DenkWeg" puzzle trail, starting at the village sports center, can also serve as an engaging jogging route. For specific routes, refer to the Running Trails around Filzbach guide.
Routes in Filzbach have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars based on more than 5,000 ratings. This high rating reflects the quality and enjoyment experienced by over 56,000 visitors. The diverse range of activities contributes to its popularity.
For more information about the Kerenzerberg region, which includes Filzbach, the official website is kerenzerbergbahn.ch. Inquiries related to the Kerenzerbergbahn and the Filzbach area can be made by calling +41 (0)55 614 16 16.

