Hike near Zürich „From Rüti to the Bachtel“

„From Rüti to the Bachtel – the second highest mountain in the canton of Zürich“

Brief description: Once we arrive at Rüti HB, we leave the village behind, head into the woods and make our way slowly up to the Bachtel, passing through fields and woodland. Once at the top, we take in the view and enjoy the beautiful surroundings before gradually making our way back down and returning to our starting point.

Komoot Link: From Rüti to the Bachtel – the second-highest mountain in the canton of Zürich

Key data
Length: 16,4 km
Ascent: 660 m
Descent: 660 m
Duration without breaks: approx. 5:15 hours
Technical difficulty: according to Komoot SAC T1 “Difficult hike. Very good physical condition required. Easy-to-walk paths. No special skills required.”

Arrival and departure
Meeting point: 9:00 Zürich HB under the blue angel
9:09 Departure from Zürich with the S15 towards Rapperswil SG
9:38 Start of hike in Rüti HB
Return journey expected around 16:00 from Rüti HB

Breaks
A short break is planned approximately every hour. After two/three hours, there will be a slightly longer break for lunch. Shortly after lunch, we can stop for coffee/hot chocolate at a restaurant on the Panorama Restaurant Bachtel Kulm. Please bring enough food with you for lunch.

Disclaimer
Important Notice
This is NOT a guided tour, but an informal meetup of individuals acting on their own responsibility. Participation is at your own risk.
Each participant is solely responsible for:

• assessing the requirements and difficulty of the hike,
• evaluating their own fitness and capabilities,
• ensuring adequate equipment (boots, clothing, etc.) and sufficient insurance coverage,
• checking the weather forecast in advance.

In case professional rescue services are required, each participant will be responsible for the costs.
The organizer accepts no responsibility for any injuries, accidents, or death that may result directly or indirectly from this event. The organizer does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the hike description.
By joining this hike, you agree to the terms stated above.

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