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The Top 9 Natural Monuments around Einsiedeln

Einsiedeln’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 9

beautiful natural monuments around Einsiedeln. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: December 15, 2025

Sihlsee

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With almost eleven square kilometers, the Sihlsee is the largest reservoir in Switzerland. The construction of the impressive body of water began in 1932 and around 500 people had to …

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Sihlsee

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From the west side, the ascent in the lower 2/3 is extremely steep, and a descent is also challenging due to hundreds of road patches. The …

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Dreiwässeren Nature Reserve

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For nature lovers the link: www. Bezirk-hoefe.ch/images/LEK%20-%20Attraektiven%20Wanderwege/13%20Rundweg%20Dreiwaessern/Rundweg%20Dreiwaessern.pdf

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Rothenthurm High Moor

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Peat used to be cut in the Rothenthurm high moor. The distinctive peat edges and Turpnä-Hüttli still bear witness to this once thriving industry. The Rothenthurm raised moor was the …

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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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Spitalberg (1,574 m)

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The crisp ascent from Gross is worth it, fantastic view👍.

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Chräbelbach Gorge

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So close and so spectacular. In winter the path can be a bit challenging due to icing.

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Schwantenau Nature Reserve – Teufmatt Entrance

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Here the pleasure starts through the Schwantenau! Please stay strictly on the paths!

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The Myths

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At the beginning of the valley which leads to the two summits of Petit and Grand Mythes, this path offers magnificent views of these emblematic peaks.

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The Top 9 Natural Monuments around Einsiedeln

Sihlsee

Sihlsee

Dreiwässeren Nature Reserve

Rothenthurm High Moor

View of Sihlsee and the Mythen from Alp Grueb

Spitalberg (1,574 m)

Chräbelbach Gorge

Schwantenau Nature Reserve – Teufmatt Entrance

The Myths

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