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Thurauen Observation Tower

Thurauen Observation Tower

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Thurauen Observation Tower

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Location: Flaach, Andelfingen, Zurich, Switzerland

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1. Thurauen Nature Center – Thurspitz South loop from Rüdlingen

12.0km

03:03

30m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Thur Bridge – Thurspitz South loop from Ellikon am Rhein

8.26km

02:06

20m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Thurspitz South – Rhine Ferry Ellikon–Rüdlingen loop from Ellikon am Rhein

10.2km

02:35

30m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Karin

February 14, 2025

A much taller and more spectacular wooden tower has stood here since April 2025. The tower itself is worth a hike, as it is very beautiful and blends perfectly into the landscape. From the platforms, you can perfectly observe the animals in the Thurauen meadows.

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Karin

August 25, 2018

One of several observation towers in the largest floodplain in Switzerland. With a bit of luck you can discover different species of birds (Little Ringed Plover, Golden Oriole, Kingfisher, ...) or beaver from here. It is also exciting how the course of the Thur changes time and again.

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Ernst76

March 4, 2017

From the tower you have a good overview of the gravel islands in the Thur. With a bit of luck (and binoculars or telescope) you will spot kingfishers, great egrets, green thighs, little ringed plovers, sandpipers etc.

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Elevation 350 m

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Location: Flaach, Andelfingen, Zurich, Switzerland

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Thurauen Observation Tower

1. Thurauen Nature Center – Thurspitz South loop from Rüdlingen

2. Thur Bridge – Thurspitz South loop from Ellikon am Rhein

3. Thurspitz South – Rhine Ferry Ellikon–Rüdlingen loop from Ellikon am Rhein

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