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Edit event: [SWITZERLAND] Albishorn peak (near Zurich) (Sihlriver to Sihlwald & Albishorn peak)
T1 - [SWITZERLAND] Albishorn peak (near Zurich) (Sihlriver to Sihlwald & Albishorn peak)
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Sihlriver - Sihlwald to Albishorn peak and back
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This is a relatively easy/medium hike, and easy paths (no dangerous sections).
The starting point is only 20minutes from Zurich HB by the S4 train.
We hike all the way up from the Sihlriver (starting point) trough the Sihlwald forest (the largest forest area in Canton Zurich), about 500meter climb to the top AlbisHorn (at 909meters) from where you get great views over both Lake Zurich/Zurich and lake Zug/Zug area on the other side. I live in the area and have done several different hikes across the forest to the Albishorn.
1. First part is flat walking next to the Sihl (30 min, warm up)
2. Then, we go into the Sihlwald, walking trough the forest and climbing about 500 meter, some steep(er) sections mixed with flatter sections. Forest paths, no dangerous sections (except for some slippery areas due to wet rocks/wet leaves).
3. we reach the top of the albis hills, and walk along the hilltop to the AlbisHorn and the Albishorn restaurant. We will be there by around 12.00 and I will eat lunch there (good simple food like Rosti, Salads, Burger, daily menu about 20-25 CHF). We eat and have a small break (45min+-).
4. Continue the walk on the ridge and start to go downhill, back into the Sihlwald. We do not walk all the way back downhill to the starting point, but end the hike near the busstation "Im Unterrengg"). From there a 4minute busied takes you back downhill to the trainstation Langnau Gattikon. (I do not go back downhill for the simple reason that i live in the area and end the walk near my house) - Alternatively, you can decide to walk the way down and not take the bus if you prefer, there are multiple ways to do this (trough the village and/or trough the sihlwald).
Small remark: The map shown is not 100% accurate because not all the possible walking paths are captured. We may have small deviations from the route shown.
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No special equipment needed, of course proper shoes for this hike.
Trekking poles not needed, but i always bring them anyway as i like the extra support on some sections.
Bring drinks, as in the forest there are no shops :-). You can buy drink on the top at the Albisrestaurant and on the way back there are 1 or 2 places where you can do a water refill at a public fountain. Bring snacks if needed.
** Hike starts at 9.10 SHARP ! No waiting for any latecomers !
** Starting point: Langnau Gattikon.
** I will create a Whatsapp group and add you when you join the hike. make sure to leave your phone number.
** anticipate being at the peak Albishorn around 11.30 - 12.00, where we/I will have lunch & a short rest.
** Ending point of hike: Im Unterrengg busstation from where you can take the bus back downhill to Langnau Gattikon (alternatively, you can walk back all the way as well).
** How to get there ? Easy: S4 train from Zurich runs every 20 minutes to Langnau Gattikon and during "peak times" every 10 minutes. Just checking using zvv.ch or the ZVV app.
** I am not an official guide or tour organizer or whatever. When you join, you are fully responsible for yourself. Will not take any responsibilities for issues, accidents or whatsoever. When you join, you deem yourself ready, fit and capable for the hike. You can drop out and return at any point if needed. You join at your own responsibility.
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