- 1:30 h
- 4.63 km
- 222 m
- 222 m
- 875 m
- 1,097 m
- 222 m
- Start: Büel Feusisberg
- Destination: Büel Feusisberg
The Etzel West barrier line was built as part of General Guisan’s Reduit strategy during World War II. The tank barriers visible today were intended to prevent a breakthrough into the Sihlsee area.
Until a few years ago, the bunkers and fortifications around Etzel were top secret. After proper restoration, a part of these facilities is now open for group and school class visits. On this circular route, you will pass by no fewer than six military constructions. At Etzelkulm, the climb is rewarded with a magnificent view and a playground.
The hike also leads along the well-preserved Enzenau raised bog. The bog offers ideal conditions for rare plants such as the carnivorous sundew to grow.
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Directions & Parking facilities
- On the A3 motorway from Zurich towards Chur, exit 37 in Richterswil towards Schindellegi.
- On the A3 motorway from Chur towards Zurich, exit 39 in Pfäffikon towards Schindellegi.
- From Lucerne, Zug, or Schwyz on the main road via Sattel, Rothenthurm, Biberbrugg, Schindellegi to Feusisberg
- From Feusisberg village, follow the signpost to Restaurant Büel
The circular route is not accessible by public transportation.
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Einsiedeln-Ybrig-Zürichsee Tourismus
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Einsiedeln-Ybrig-Zürichsee
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