Ruchweid – Shore of Lake Obersee loop from Schmerikon

Ruchweid – Shore of Lake Obersee loop from Schmerikon

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Ruchweid – Shore of Lake Obersee loop from Schmerikon

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53.0km

1,240m

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: September 23, 2026

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Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 5.98 km for 161 m

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Start point

Train Station

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2.86 km

Linthwerk and Wasserschloss Gynau

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Always beautiful views from the bridge! On both sides of the bridge, there are cycle paths/walking paths along the Linth Canal, up to Ziegelbrücke or to the mouth of the Obersee, all perfectly flat.

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6.46 km

Buechberg

Forest

21.3 km

Ruchweid

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Nearby is a launch site for paragliders and a mountain restaurant. No motorcycle race like on Satteleggstrasse. The road is almost yours alone.

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View of Sihlsee and the Mythen from Alp Grueb

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Just before the Alp Grueb you will enjoy a fantastic view towards Einsiedeln and sunset!

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33.0 km

Viewpoint

34.1 km

Etzelpass

Mountain Pass

36.7 km

Beautiful view of Seedammstrasse Pfäffikon - Rapperswil

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Very nice vantage point above the Luegeten on the road up to St. Meinrad (Etzelpass).

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36.7 km

View of Lake Zurich from Luegeten

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2019: Restaurant is already closed months due to bankruptcy!

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37.0 km

"Luegeten View" of Lake Zurich

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Below the Luegeten you have an incredibly beautiful view over Lake Zurich, the Seedamm and the two islands of Ufnau and Lützelau. Unfortunately, the restaurant has been closed for about 3 years, apparently due to internal disputes...

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42.5 km

View of Rapperswil's Old Town and Castle

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Hike across a wooden walkway to the Hurden Peninsula. Or take a boat trip on Lake Zurich. Visit Knie's Children's Zoo. Or simply explore the old town on a walking tour.

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