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Katzensee – Lake Katzensee loop from Zürich Affoltern

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Katzensee – Lake Katzensee loop from Zürich Affoltern

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Katzensee – Lake Katzensee loop from Zürich Affoltern

00:58

15.1km

60m

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 20, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Chatzesee, Chräenriet

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.70 km

Katzensee

Highlight • Lake

Near Zurich, on a small country road, you can see the charming Katzensee lake in the middle of a completely bucolic landscape. A great way to get away by bike.

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2

2.25 km

Lake Katzensee

Highlight • Lake

Consisting of the Upper and Lower Katzensee, there is a small seaside resort with a restaurant. In the idyllic landscape around the lake you can often observe a variety of birds.

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3

3.63 km

Bike Route Near Gasthaus zur Post

Highlight • Cycleway

4

4.27 km

Historic Fountain (1843) in Zurich

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

5

12.4 km

Bench With a View of the Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Don't forget the picnic

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6

12.6 km

Katzensee Forest House

Highlight • Restaurant

Beautiful garden at the forest house. The apple strudel with warm vanilla sauce and cream is recommended 😋

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7

12.7 km

Katzensee (Lake Katzensee)

Highlight • Lake

Every year, once or twice a year, we have to go around the lake.

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8

13.5 km

Katzensee Highway Overpass

Highlight • Bridge

B

15.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.52 km

3.02 km

2.77 km

1.74 km

Surfaces

9.29 km

3.82 km

1.51 km

384 m

< 100 m

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Friday 3 July

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14°C

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