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The Zürichsee-Weg (Lake Zurich trail): Stage 9 Meilen to Küsnacht

A countryside stroll just outside of Zurich.

Hiking Easy

Distance
10 km
Ascent
214 m
Descent
220 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
413 m
High Point
593 m
Gradient
The Zürichsee-Weg (Lake Zurich trail): Stage 9 Meilen to Küsnacht Map

Pass by as many rich elegant villas as you do decrepit farm buildings on the penultimate stage of the Lake Zurich Trail. Fortunately the nature in the area has more harmony than the manmade development, with waterfalls, babbling brooks, pastures and hills all rolling into each other. As you get closer to Küsnacht you can check out the Ploughstone, proudly the largest boulder in the canton of Zurich and the spectacular Küsnacht Ravine.

Description

Difficulty

Easy

Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.

Low Exposure

1 out of 4

The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between March and October

Features

  • Wildlife
  • Picturesque
  • Wild flowers
  • Water features

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