Sihl Experience Trail 5th Stage – Schindellegi - Sihlbrugg

Tip
20.16 km long
Difficulty: difficult
Condition: very difficult
Great panorama
Hike
  • 5:50 h
  • 20.16 km
  • 424 m
  • 637 m
  • 534 m
  • 1,013 m
  • 479 m
  • Start: Schindellegi-Feusisberg Station
  • Destination: Sihlbrugg

The fifth stage leads from Schindellegi over the Rossberg with impressive views, through the wild Sihl Gorge and over the historic Scheerenbrugg to Sihlbrugg.

From Schindellegi, the Sihl Experience Trail climbs again. At Rossberg, a panorama opens over the Sihlsee area, the Albis chain, and Lake Zurich. Along the Albis chain, the view is directed towards the city of Zurich. A technical highlight is the historic Scheerenbrugg, an early reinforced concrete bridge. The path continues on the same bank and then crosses the cantonal border to Hüttn ZH. The route then runs close to the river through diverse landscapes to Sihlbrugg, where the stage ends.

Good to know

Pavements

Street
Asphalt
Gravel
Trail

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

From Schindellegi, you hike up to Rossberg, where wide views open towards the Albis chain and Lake Zurich. The path passes the historic Scheerenbrugg, crosses to Hüttn ZH, and runs close to the river up to the stage destination Sihlbrugg.

Tour information

  • Cultural Interesting

  • Nature Highlight

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

  • Hiking boots for longer stages
  • Adequate provisions and drinks
  • Rain and wind protection
  • Maps or GPS for orientation

Directions & Parking facilities

  • Arrival:  By S-Bahn or post bus to Schindellegi.
  • Return: The return journey from Sihlbrugg is by bus (line 631) towards Baar/Zug. For connections to Zurich or Einsiedeln, it is advisable to change via Baar or Wädenswil.

Author

Stefan Bisig

Organization

Einsiedeln-Ybrig-Zürichsee

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

At Rossberg, the guesthouse offers an opportunity to refresh – the viewing terrace is an ideal rest stop.

Safety guidelines

  • Long stage: good fitness required.
  • In the Sihl Gorge, increased attention is needed when wet.
  • Pay attention to traffic on road sections.

Nearby

Contact

Sihl Experience Trail 5th Stage – Schindellegi - Sihlbrugg
8834 Schindellegi