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Bezirk Uster
Egg

Hochwacht Tower on the Pfannenstiel

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Zurich
Bezirk Uster
Egg

Hochwacht Tower on the Pfannenstiel

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Hochwacht Tower on the Pfannenstiel

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    Location: Egg, Bezirk Uster, Zurich, Switzerland

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    Tips

    May 2, 2017

    The view is fantastic if you have no fear of heights and dare to climb the tower (which, by the way, originally stood on the Bachtel) using the iron stairs.

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      October 23, 2021

      Beautiful views of both the Greifensee and Lake Zurich!

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        May 11, 2024

        Unique panorama on the watchtower!

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          December 1, 2024

          Wonderful view of the Alps and Lake Zurich and Lake Greifensee. The climb up the tower is highly recommended.

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            December 6, 2024

            The climb is worth it. Great view 😍

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              May 24, 2020

              It is in the right place, but thanks to Corona it is closed today.

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                December 12, 2016

                The "Old Bachtelturm" originally stood on the Bachtel.

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                  August 16, 2018

                  Great vantage point also for sunrise and sunset. Easy to reach by car or on foot.

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                    August 20, 2025

                    Beautiful panoramic view. The many steps up and down are worth it

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                      Location: Egg, Bezirk Uster, Zurich, Switzerland

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