Niederurnen, a region in the canton of Glarus, Switzerland, is characterized by its diverse landscapes suitable for outdoor pursuits. Situated near the Linth plain and extending into the Niederurner Alpental, the area offers a mix of flat terrain, rolling hills, and alpine backdrops. This geographical variety supports several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
Niederurnen offers more than 100 routes across several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road…
109
Routes
4.7
(1031)
Average rating
8225
People visited

4.9
(27)
182
hikers
10.7km
04:30
650m
640m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(106)
770
hikers
8.40km
04:01
650m
650m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.6
(67)
613
hikers
15.1km
06:52
1,210m
1,210m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(31)
244
hikers
14.0km
06:50
1,370m
1,370m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.6
(64)
612
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(32)
285
riders
68.0km
04:45
1,220m
1,220m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(25)
239
riders
42.0km
02:27
100m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(19)
229
riders
27.3km
01:39
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(36)
252
riders
50.3km
04:57
1,540m
1,540m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
(55)
288
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
(39)
239
riders
32.9km
03:10
1,260m
1,260m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(21)
113
riders
90.5km
07:44
2,100m
2,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.5
(13)
321
riders
59.0km
02:56
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

64
riders
41.8km
02:00
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(22)
395
riders
72.4km
03:58
1,260m
1,260m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

52
riders
12.9km
00:37
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
(3)
36
hikers
13.8km
07:09
1,250m
1,240m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
21
hikers
8.48km
04:03
650m
650m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(3)
24
hikers
15.3km
06:55
1,210m
1,210m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(3)
14
hikers
11.3km
05:14
920m
920m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
(1)
53
riders
60.4km
04:28
1,420m
1,420m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
38
riders
34.7km
01:47
210m
210m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
36
riders
27.5km
01:59
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

15
riders
25.5km
02:12
940m
940m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
runners
6.11km
00:40
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
runners
7.43km
01:30
580m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

16
runners
7.76km
00:49
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
10.2km
01:04
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Niederurnen offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountaineering, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features 110 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 45,000 visitors.
The Niederurner Alpental, locally known as "Täli," is a primary hiking area. It offers approximately a 2-hour hike through diverse landscapes up to the watershed at Feldrederligrat and Melchterli. Popular vantage points for hikers include Planggenstock and Hirzli. For more details, consult the Hiking around Niederurnen guide.
Yes, the Niederurner Alpental features a family-friendly circular Sculpture Trail. This trail includes over 40 hand-carved wooden figures, riddles, barbecue spots, and a playground. It starts conveniently from the aerial cableway station.
The Linth plain, situated between Lake Zurich and Walensee, offers routes for touring and road cycling. Mountain biking is also popular, with diverse terrain available. Guides such as MTB Trails around Niederurnen and Road Cycling Routes around Niederurnen provide specific route information.
The Niederurner Alpental ("Täli") offers panoramic views stretching to Etzel and Zürichsee, the Black Forest, and the Jura mountains. From the Gross Aubrig Summit, views extend to Lake Zurich, Lake Wägital, and the Glarner and Urner Alps. The Seerenbach Falls, Switzerland's highest waterfalls, are also accessible from a nearby viewpoint.
The Niederurner Alpental is accessible by an aerial cableway from Niederurnen. This cableway provides convenient access to the starting point of various hikes and the Sculpture Trail.
The region offers routes that extend into the Glarner and Urner Alps, providing picturesque and challenging options. Mountaineering is also an available sport in the area. Consult the Mountain Hikes around Niederurnen guide for more information.
Komoot offers several guides for Niederurnen, including Hiking around Niederurnen, MTB Trails around Niederurnen, and Road Cycling Routes around Niederurnen. There are also guides for Cycling, Gravel biking, and Running Trails.
Outdoor routes in Niederurnen have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on feedback from more than 45,000 visitors who have explored the 110 available routes.
Niederurnen is part of the municipality of Glarus Nord. Official information can be found on their website, www.glarus-nord.ch. The general phone number for Gemeinde Glarus Nord is +41 58 611 70 11.
Yes, Niederurnen offers routes suitable for gravel biking. The region's diverse terrain provides varied experiences for this sport. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Niederurnen, is available for route planning.
Niederurnen is well-suited for various forms of cycling, including Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Road cycling. The Linth plain offers routes for cycling tours, while the broader Glarus Nord area provides options for single tracks and diverse terrain.

