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Switzerland
Eastern Switzerland
St. Gallen
Wahlkreis Wil
Flawil

Bridge over the Glatt – Espel Viewing Platform loop from Flawil

Routes
Running trails & routes
Switzerland
Eastern Switzerland
St. Gallen
Wahlkreis Wil
Flawil

Bridge over the Glatt – Espel Viewing Platform loop from Flawil

Moderate

5.0

(2)

8

runners

Bridge over the Glatt – Espel Viewing Platform loop from Flawil

01:18

11.8km

160m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Schutzgebiet «Ehemalige Kiesgrube Espel»

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

3.12 km

Pedestrian and rail bridge over the Glatt

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After the bridge in the direction of Gossau there is a nature reserve.

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2

3.19 km

Bridge over the Glatt

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SBB bridge over the Glatt. With integrated cycle-pedestrian bridge hanging underneath. Direct connection Gossau-Flawil. View down to the Glatt.

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3

3.52 km

Visitors can explore the Espel conservation area on a circular route. The remaining areas are deliberately reserved for nature and may not be entered.
In addition to several benches, a …

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4

3.53 km

Espel Viewing Platform

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Wooden viewing platform to the Espel biotope, with a cool bench. Depending on the vegetation (season) very good view of the large biotope. Only 20 m off the main path, good to see.

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11.8 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

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8.57 km

2.46 km

476 m

350 m

Surfaces

4.18 km

2.90 km

2.56 km

2.07 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Lowest point (570 m)

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