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Intro

This route starts at Hausen am Albis by Türlersee lake and leads through the enchanting Säuliamt recreational area to Affoltern am Albis. A beautiful excursion with captivating views into the distance and interesting cultural monuments.

Detour / Closure

There are detours or closures along this route, for more information see https://www.schweizmobil.ch/en/wanderland/route891

Description

This section belongs mainly to the Säuliamt «Ämtlerweg» path, with information panels dotted along this stretch. The route begins at Hausen am Albis and leads straight to the picturesque shore of Türlersee lake with it's beds of tall reeds. The path continues in the direction of Kappel, alternately flanked by farmland, shaded woodlands and sweeping meadows.

The tranquil path leads with views of the fertile and gently rolling landscape through a rural idyll. Finally you reach Kappel, famous for it's former monastery, historic church and cloister. This pretty village is a perfect location to take a break. In good weather, you can enjoy fascinating views of the mountains from here.

After leaving the village, the path takes you through a wide, high valley to Rifferswil. This pretty village has traditional timber-framed houses and exudes an old-fashioned, romantic air. The information panels, revealing interesting aspects of the region's history, can be found at regular intervals along the way until you reach your destination Mettmenstetten.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Hausen am Albis, Türlersee
Destination
Mettmenstetten
Ascent
130 m
Descent
320 m
Distance
15 km
Duration
3 h 30 min
Duration back
3 h 40 min
Technical requirements
Difficult
Physical requirements
Easy
Theme
With panoramic view
Signalization
Signalisation in both directions
More information https://www.schweizmobil.ch/en/wanderland/route891...

Map

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Contact

Procap
Frohburgstrasse 4
4600  Olten

Phone  +41 62 206 88 30
tourismus@procap.ch
gohiking.procap.ch

Quick Facts

Route number

No. 891

Distance

15 km

Duration

3 h 30 min

Ascent

130 m

Travel information: Hausen am Albis

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