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This is popular circular route around the Pfäffikersee lake in the Zürcher Oberland. It leads through exceptionally attractive nature, with typical moorland flora, passing the romantic farming village of Seegräben and back to the lively lake promenade at Pfäffikon ZH.

Description

The starting point is Pfäffikon ZH, where within a stone's throw you find yourself in the midst of an enchanting lakeside landscape. An easy path leads past tall reed beds and splendid moorland landscapes, home to countless varieties of flora and fauna. Along the route you catch particularly appealing views across the nature reserve from attractive wooden walkways.

Especially eye-catching is the farming village of Seegräben, which is seen nestling in unspoilt natural surroundings. With it's timber-framed houses in the typical style of the region, the village presents a romantic picture taking the viewer back to days of old. The peaceful, wide meadows waft in the breeze and the variety of water flora and indigenous fauna at the lakeside is most impressive.

For a rest along the way, you'll find peaceful spots surrounded by nature as well as restaurants. A detour to the experience farm, which is signposted on the route, is well worthwhile. After the village of Auslikon, another eye-catcher appears on the horizon - the stately Roman castle - before, still struck by the natural experience, you reach Pfäffikon ZH again.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Pfäffikon ZH
Destination
Pfäffikon ZH
Direction
Round trip
Ascent
60 m
Descent
60 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
2 h 20 min
Duration back
2 h 20 min
Technical requirements
Medium
Physical requirements
Difficult
Theme
Along Water
Signalization
Signalisation in both directions
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Quick Facts

Route number

No. 890

Distance

10 km

Duration

2 h 20 min

Ascent

60 m

Travel information: Pfäffikon ZH

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