The Top 7 Mountain Passes in Zurich
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Zurich and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: November 14, 2025
View of Zurich and Lake Zurich from Buchenegg Pass
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The Buchenegg leading over the Albis rightly bears the name Pass. Although at first glance the difference in altitude is not too great, this section makes you sweat a lot.
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Ghöch Pass
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Small pass crossing from the highest point in the Tösstal into the adjacent Zurich Oberland. Beautiful view. From here a beautiful trail to the Frauenbrünneli and the Allmen.
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Hirzel Heights
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Gravel bike highlight. Instead of taking the road, take the hiking trails to the top of the Hirzel. You'll be rewarded with a fantastic view of Lake Zurich and Lake Zug.
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Chlyne Chlause (Little Klausen) Pass between Rorbas and Nussbaumen/Bülach
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The transition from Rorbas via Nussbaumen to Bülach is popularly called "Chlyne Chlause" (Little Klaus). In reference to his big brother - the Klausenpass, which connects the Glarnerland with the canton of Uri.
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Rüetschberg Descent
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Rüetschberg a small mini pass between the Bichelsee and Elgg / Aadorf
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Api Pass and View of Töss Valley Vineyards
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The approach from the Nussbaumen side is an average of 5%, after Nussbaumen, the climb increases to a solid 12-13% und the summit at Api. The special part of this …
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Ghöch – small "pass crossing" from Bäretswil to Gibswil
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Ghöch am Bachtel is a great hiking area
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