10 routes · Hiking
The Zürichsee-Weg (Lake Zurich trail): Stage 6 Schmerikon to Rapperswil
Enjoy views across the lake from start to finish.
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 43 m
- Descent
- 41 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 404 m
- High Point
- 413 m
- Gradient
- 0˚
The Zürichsee-Weg (Lake Zurich trail) is a wonderful way to explore Zurich’s glistening lake and its surrounding woodlands, streams, marshlands and historical gems. Come across castles with mountain backdrops, elegant villas with sandy beaches to take a dip and medieval villages to welcome you in for a pitstop on this epic 10 stage circular hike. Follow the signposts for Swiss Mobility 84 all the way around.
Description
This stretch of the hike sticks close to the shoreline and also passes through the Wurmsbach and Busskirch nature reserves. Stop to visit the islands of Ufenau and Lützelau where you will find another nature reserve, bbqing and camping spots before arriving in the medieval town of Rapperswil, complete with a well-preserved castle.
Sources https://www.schweizmobil.ch/en/wanderland/routes/route/etappe-01477.html https://www.zuerich.com/en/visit/sport/lake-zurich-circular-tour
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Wild flowers
- Water features
Guidebooks in this area