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: January 21, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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889 m

Risiholz

Forest

3.06 km

Frauenbrünneli Fountain and Fire Pit

Highlight • Rest Area

A shady oasis with spring water and a fireplace. It lies on the way from the Ghöch to Allmen and Bachtel.

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4.02 km

Picnic area near Teufelshöhle with bench, table, and restroom

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100m from the Teuferhöle

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4.12 km

Anabaptists' Cave with Waterfall

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Hiding place of Anabaptists. Is now sometimes visited by Anabaptists from America! Today, the man-sized, shallow cave is often used by small groups for a campfire. The cave is covered …

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5.41 km

Hörnli

Peak

7.78 km

Bachtel Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

Worthwhile goal - no matter what the season. There is a good restaurant upstairs and the view from the tower is breathtaking.

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8.58 km

View of Lake Zurich and the Alps from Bachtel-Unterbachweid

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Short bike trail / trail through the forest, then great views.

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9.15 km

Bachtelspalt

Highlight • Gorge

It's sensationally beautiful. Be sure to go through the Bachtelspalt and do the 5-minute circular walk.

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10.6 km

Bachtelweiher

Lake

12.8 km

Wissengubel Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

A real insider tip for lovers of waterfalls and for those looking for a shady, cool spot in the summer. The waterfall is impressive, not primarily because of the rushing …

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13.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.85 km

5.37 km

1.45 km

692 m

250 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.65 km

3.74 km

2.32 km

1.34 km

787 m

475 m

309 m

Elevation

Weather

Sunday 1 March

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Frauenbrünneli Fountain and Fire Pit

Picnic area near Teufelshöhle with bench, table, and restroom

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