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Zurich

Sihlwald to the urban jungle

Easy

4.7

(11)

197

riders

Sihlwald to the urban jungle

00:57

16.2km

40m

Cycling

You can't just ignore the Sihlwald forest as the starting point for this tour. Plan time to explore one of Switzerland's most important nature parks. The fascinating flora and fauna hold many surprises, such as amphibians, beavers, and rare mushrooms. If you're more into bird's-eye views, you'll also find several lookout points and towers here.

Then, the route continues along a wonderful route along the Sihl River to Zurich, mostly downhill. Even the youngest bikers can join in. Relaxed seclusion, good surfaces, and plenty of nature await you here. At the end, you can reflect on the day's impressions in beautiful Zurich.

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Last updated: July 18, 2025

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314 m

Sihlwald Visitor Center and Playground

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The visitor center provides information for your excursion into the wilderness. It also houses a bookstore and a natural history museum. Idyllically situated directly on the banks of the Sihl River, the grounds feature an otter enclosure, fire pits, and a wilderness playground.

There is also a restaurant with a lovely garden.

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5.22 km

Bridge Over the Sihl

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Very pleasant climate in summer.

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5.29 km

Sihl riverside path

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If you like to be in the middle of nature, in the coolness of the forest, then cycle along the Sihl. It is sometimes full on the weekends.

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16.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.49 km

3.72 km

1.83 km

1.69 km

1.48 km

Surfaces

8.67 km

5.93 km

1.20 km

303 m

104 m

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Friday 17 July

25°C

18°C

84 %

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February 24, 2024

You can't just ignore the Sihlwald forest as the starting point for this tour. Plan time to explore one of Switzerland's most important nature parks. The fascinating flora and fauna hold many surprises, such as amphibians, beavers, and rare mushrooms. If you're more into bird's-eye views, you'll also

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