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Switzerland
Zurich
Bezirk Bülach
Bassersdorf

Hardwald Observation Tower – Bridge over the Glatt loop from Bassersdorf

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Bike touring routes & trails
Switzerland
Zurich
Bezirk Bülach
Bassersdorf

Hardwald Observation Tower – Bridge over the Glatt loop from Bassersdorf

Easy

5.0

(2)

22

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Hardwald Observation Tower – Bridge over the Glatt loop from Bassersdorf

00:52

14.1km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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2.52 km

Hardwald Observation Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

The 42-meter-high Hardwald observation tower was built entirely from local wood and was inaugurated in 2022. There are a total of 210 steps to climb until you reach the top …

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2

4.07 km

Log Cabin

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Whoever you want to take with you to eat

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4.85 km

Cattle Trails Opfikon

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Old cattle scales in the middle of Opfikon, with a fountain for thirsty cyclists.

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4

8.07 km

Bridge over the Glatt

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A beautiful bridge with an interesting architectural structure.
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9.83 km

Alpaca Farm Zurich

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The alpacas are no longer exactly at the marker, but a little further along Bassersdorferstrasse in the direction of Hardwald (as of September '24).

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14.1 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.13 km

2.64 km

2.31 km

1.85 km

140 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.8 km

1.16 km

1.03 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (420 m)

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Tuesday 14 July

28°C

17°C

90 %

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