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Sihlwald Forest Trail – Sihlwald Forest Trail loop from Sihlwald

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Sihlwald Forest Trail – Sihlwald Forest Trail loop from Sihlwald

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Sihlwald Forest Trail – Sihlwald Forest Trail loop from Sihlwald

02:42

7.95km

410m

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: February 15, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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1.03 km

Sihlwald Forest Trail

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One of the most beautiful natural forests there is!

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3.28 km

Albisweiher

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This small pond is a great place to take a break. The shore is wonderfully overgrown and gives the lake an enchanted atmosphere.

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3.76 km

View of Lake Zürich from Albishorn

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Tasty food, nice view.

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4.73 km

Bürglenstutz - Highest point of the Albis chain (915 meters)

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Especially in autumn and in spring you can enjoy a beautiful view here. On the way to the Albis restaurant, you come to a ridge section that gradually recovers after …

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4.96 km

Zipperntrüble Spring

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Top up drinking water

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5.36 km

Schnabellücke

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The Schnabellücken is an old mountain pass crossing the Albis at an altitude of 803 meters. Hikers can choose between five trails here.

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7.10 km

Sihlwald Forest Trail

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The Sihlwald is a pristine natural forest south of Zurich where logging has been prohibited for years. Fallen giants of trees, moss-covered trunks, and dense foliage create a wild and …

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7.95 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.76 km

2.71 km

228 m

216 m

Surfaces

4.14 km

1.93 km

1.26 km

445 m

132 m

Elevation

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Highest point (880 m)

Lowest point (490 m)

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Friday 8 May

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Sihlwald Forest Trail – Sihlwald Forest Trail loop from Sihlwald

Sihlwald Forest Trail

Albisweiher

View of Lake Zürich from Albishorn

Bürglenstutz - Highest point of the Albis chain (915 meters)

Zipperntrüble Spring

Schnabellücke

Sihlwald Forest Trail

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