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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 1 Zürich (Manegg)–Adliswil

This commences with an easy hike along the Sihl River, passing a number of picnic spots, with fireplace, and ideal places to take a cooling swim. At your destination point in Adliswil, a cable car then brings you to the popular Felsenegg viewpoint.
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Zurich
Adliswil

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Length4 km

 Hiking time Zürich (Manegg)–Adliswil: 0 h 55 min
Adliswil–Zürich (Manegg): 0 h 55 min

 Height differenceZürich (Manegg)–Adliswil: 60 m
Adliswil–Zürich (Manegg): 40 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: easy

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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 2 Adliswil–Horgen

A hike to the heart of nature and stunning views. Commencing with a hike along the Sihl, the way then leads through the Sihl woods and up to Horgen on the Höhenweg path. Here you enjoy fantastic views over Lake Zurich and unspoilt woods.
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Adliswil
Horgen

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Length12 km

 Hiking time Adliswil–Horgen: 3 h 25 min
Horgen–Adliswil: 3 h 25 min

 Height differenceAdliswil–Horgen: 320 m
Horgen–Adliswil: 360 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: easy

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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 3 Horgen–Richterswil

Starting at the Horgen fountain, the way leads alongside the lake, with numerous possibilities to take a break, a swim or light a fire underway. Highlight on this leg is the Halbinsel Au with its castle, park and natural pond– a real sight to see!
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Richterswil

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Length13 km

 Hiking time Horgen–Richterswil: 3 h 15 min
Richterswil–Horgen: 3 h 15 min

 Height differenceHorgen–Richterswil: 190 m
Richterswil–Horgen: 190 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: easy

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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 4 Richterswil–Pfäffikon (SZ)

The majestic leg of the Zürichsee-Rundweg leads to Etzel (1098 m), with amazing views over the entire lake – and includes opportunities to visit a couple of rustic Innerschweiz spots on the way. Your destination is one of the most beautiful in the entire region.
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Richterswil
Pfäffikon SZ

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Length16 km

 Hiking time Richterswil–Pfäffikon (SZ): 5 h 20 min
Pfäffikon (SZ)–Richterswil: 5 h 20 min

 Height differenceRichterswil–Pfäffikon (SZ): 800 m
Pfäffikon (SZ)–Richterswil: 800 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: medium

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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 5 Pfäffikon (SZ)–Schmerikon

Numerous places to take a break or swim are found along the lake shores – and the unspoilt Lachner Horn landscapes and Schmerikon estuary cordially invite you to rest a while. Attractive contrast on this leg is the crossing of the woods by Buchberg.
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Schmerikon

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Length23 km

 Hiking time Pfäffikon (SZ)–Schmerikon: 6 h 0 min
Schmerikon–Pfäffikon (SZ): 6 h 0 min

 Height differencePfäffikon (SZ)–Schmerikon: 440 m
Schmerikon–Pfäffikon (SZ): 440 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: medium

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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 6 Schmerikon–Rapperswil

The lakeside path leads along some of the loveliest Ostschweiz shoreline – and plenty of waterfowl can be observed at the Wurmsbach and Busskirch nature reserves. Several public bathing and sport areas are also discovered underway.
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Rapperswil-Jona

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Length12 km

 Hiking time Schmerikon–Rapperswil: 2 h 50 min
Rapperswil–Schmerikon: 2 h 50 min

 Height differenceSchmerikon–Rapperswil: 70 m
Rapperswil–Schmerikon: 60 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: easy

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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 7 Rapperswil–Stäfa

A delightful hike through landscapes such as those once described by Gottfried Keller. Several climbs offer best views over the lake and surroundings – with the Glarner and Innerschweiz Alps providing a spectacular highlight of their own.
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Stäfa

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Length13 km

 Hiking time Rapperswil–Stäfa: 3 h 30 min
Stäfa–Rapperswil: 3 h 20 min

 Height differenceRapperswil–Stäfa: 360 m
Stäfa–Rapperswil: 220 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: easy

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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 8 Stäfa–Meilen

Walking along the southern Pfannenstiel foothills, it’s hard to believe you find yourself amidst one of Switzerland’s most populated agglomerations. Woods, pastures and vineyards adorn the way, followed by a descent over the Meilemer Tobel.
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Stäfa
Meilen

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Length9 km

 Hiking time Stäfa–Meilen: 2 h 30 min
Meilen–Stäfa: 2 h 35 min

 Height differenceStäfa–Meilen: 260 m
Meilen–Stäfa: 300 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: easy

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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 9 Meilen–Küsnacht (ZH)

A contrasting walk between country farm dwellings and country mansions. Cornfields and pastures converge with mansion dwellings –whereas pure nature with erratic boulders and waterfall beautify the way to the Küsnacht Tobel.
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Meilen
Küsnacht ZH

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Length9 km

 Hiking time Meilen–Küsnacht (ZH): 2 h 25 min
Küsnacht (ZH)–Meilen: 2 h 30 min

 Height differenceMeilen–Küsnacht (ZH): 240 m
Küsnacht (ZH)–Meilen: 280 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: easy

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Zürichsee-Rundweg
Section 10 Küsnacht (ZH)–Zürich (Burgwies)

From Küsnacht Tobel the way leads to the Schübelweiher pond and small Rumensee lake, where plenty of picturesque rest places are discovered. And what a surprising sight: the lower Werenbach Tobel is situated at the heart of Zurich, yet worlds away from all city hectic!
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Zurich

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Length6 km

 Hiking time Küsnacht (ZH)–Zürich (Burgwies): 1 h 45 min
Zürich (Burgwies)–Küsnacht (ZH): 1 h 45 min

 Height differenceKüsnacht (ZH)–Zürich (Burgwies): 160 m
Zürich (Burgwies)–Küsnacht (ZH): 170 m

 RequirementsGrade: easy (hiking trail)
Conditions: easy

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