Sihl ErlebnisWeg 2nd stage – Studen - Willerzell
- 4:10 h
- 12.69 km
- 517 m
- 518 m
- 888 m
- 1,332 m
- 444 m
- Start: Studen SZ
- Destination: Willerzell
The route starts in the village of Studen SZ and follows the canalised Sihl through Breitried and Schützenried, a moorland of national importance. This wide plain gives an idea of what the high valley looked like before the damming of the Sihlsee. The Sihlsee is the largest reservoir in Switzerland by area and still shapes the landscape today. The path initially follows the shore to Euthal and to the second bridge over the lake. Since the moor areas on the shore prevent a direct route, the path climbs in Ruostel up to the Sattelchöpfli. At 1336 m above sea level, a wide view opens back to the Sihl valley mountains and out over the Sihlsee, Lake Zurich, and on to Zurich. The descent to Willerzell is varied with constant lake views.
Waypoints
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
From Studen, the path leads through the Breitried/Schützenried moorland to the Sihlsee. Along the shore you walk to Euthal, then the route climbs up to the Sattelchöpfli. With views over the Sihlsee and Lake Zurich, the descent to Willerzell follows.
Tour information
Nature Highlight
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
- Hiking boots for combined moor and mountain paths
- Sun protection at the Sihlsee (little shade)
- Water and snacks
- Light rain jacket for changeable weather
Directions & Parking facilities
General info for overnight guests
Hotel guests in the Einsiedeln district receive the Einsiedeln-Ybrig public transport card at check-in, which allows free use of local public transport (bus/PostAuto) within tariff zones 679–685.
- Arrival: Line 553 from Einsiedeln to Studen.
- Return: Also line 553 (or 552) from Willerzell back.
- With public transport card: both journeys can be used free of charge.
Author
Stefan Bisig
Organization
Einsiedeln-Ybrig-Zürichsee
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
The viewpoint at the Sattelchöpfli is ideal for a break – here the view extends over the Glarus and Schwyz Alps far out into the Zurich region.
Safety guidelines
- Sections along the road at the Sihlsee require attention.
- Stay on the marked paths in the moor area, as shortcuts damage protected areas.
- Watch for weather changes in the pre-Alpine area.
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