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Farenbachtobel Gorge – Farenbachweiher loop from Elgg

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Farenbachtobel Gorge – Farenbachweiher loop from Elgg

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Farenbachtobel Gorge – Farenbachweiher loop from Elgg

02:43

9.32km

250m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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293 m

Guhwilmühle Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

The Guhwilmühle is a charming restaurant known for its homemade food. Everything from the sausages to the bread and cakes is made on site. Even the meat comes from the animals on the farm.

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380 m

Farenbachtobel Gorge

Highlight (Segment) • Waterfall

A beautifully laid-out and easy-to-walk hiking trail along the Farenbach stream.

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1.90 km

View of Elgg

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Elgg is a rural community in the canton of Zurich. There is also a castle above Elgg.

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7.38 km

Farenbachtobel parking lot

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Well located parking lot for the Farenbachtobel. Approx. 12-15 P.

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7.55 km

Farenbachweiher

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Calm lake (not suitable for swimming). Kneipp pool right nearby.

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7.75 km

Kneipp Water-Treading Facility

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Nice little Kneipp facility right next to the cool stream.

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8.62 km

New Trail Section in Farenbachtobel

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Due to regular landslides, the path is adjusted from time to time.

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9.32 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.26 km

2.30 km

483 m

205 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.13 km

3.79 km

688 m

644 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (700 m)

Lowest point (540 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

22°C

9°C

0 %

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Farenbachtobel Gorge – Farenbachweiher loop from Elgg

Guhwilmühle Inn

Farenbachtobel Gorge

View of Elgg

Farenbachtobel parking lot

Farenbachweiher

Kneipp Water-Treading Facility

New Trail Section in Farenbachtobel

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