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Eastern Switzerland

Linth Canal – Linth Canal loop from Glarus

Eastern Switzerland

Linth Canal – Linth Canal loop from Glarus

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Linth Canal – Linth Canal loop from Glarus

03:25

65.9km

360m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 28, 2026

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Niderriet

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

13.0 km

Linth Canal

Highlight • River

Very nice in the area of Ziegelbrücke - Weesen, a bit monotonous down below. No traffic on the gravel road.

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2

18.5 km

Linth Canal

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The Linth Canal connects Lake Walen and Lake Zurich. Just like the waterway, you can also stroll between the two, following its peaceful course.

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3

19.2 km

Linth Canal

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On the Lindt Canal you can cross the Lindt plain away from road traffic and ride along the easy gravel road on the dam towards Lake Walen or Lake Zurich. The route is well signposted.

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4

20.0 km

Linth Canal

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Pretty straight and a bit monotonous to cycle, but the view towards Glarus makes up for it.

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22.6 km

Beach

Beach

6

24.2 km

Grynau Bridge and view of the Linth Canal at Grynau Castle

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Always nice view from the bridge! On both sides of the bridge there are bike paths / walking paths along the Linth Canal, to Ziegelbrücke resp. up to the confluence with the Obersee, everything perfectly flat.

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7

25.7 km

View of Bätzimatt and Obersee

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This is the Bätzkimatt nature reserve. At the same time, the ascent to the Buchberg begins here.

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28.3 km

Buechberg

Forest

9

31.7 km

Beautiful rest area with a view of Golfpark Zürichsee

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At the Vitaparcours parking lot there are some very sunny banks, perfect for a short break!

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10

33.4 km

Nuolen on the Upper Lake

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Nuolen the village on the upper Lake Zurich in the municipality of Wangen SZ in the district: March

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48.5 km

Niderriet

Nature Reserve

B

65.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.3 km

13.6 km

9.90 km

5.34 km

1.23 km

520 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.3 km

20.6 km

7.82 km

7.70 km

553 m

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Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (410 m)

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Thursday 14 May

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-2°C

88 %

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