Sihlwald hiking trail – Sihlwald forest trail loop from Horgen

Hike near Zürich „Sihlwald hiking trail – Sihlwald forest trail loop from Horgen“

Brief description: Once we arrive at the train station at the starting point near Lake Zürich, we leave the village behind and climb steadily through the forest. Once we reach the ridge, we make a detour to a lookout point from which we can see Lake Zug. We then hike along the well-maintained path along the ridge for some time until we reach Albishorn. Once there, we slowly and steadily descend back towards the starting point.

Komoot Link -> Sihlwald hiking trail

Key data
Length: 16,6 km
Ascent: 750 m
Descent: 750 m
Duration without breaks: approx. 5:30 hours
Technical difficulty: according to Komoot SAC T1 with a short T2 section “Difficult hike. Very good physical condition required. Mostly easily accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.”

Arrival and departure
Meeting point: 8:40 Zürich HB under the blue angel
8:51 Departure from Zürich with the S24 towards Zug
9:14 Start of hike in Horgen Oberdorf
Return journey expected around 16:00 from Horgen

Breaks
A short break is planned approximately every hour. After two/three hours, there will be a slightly longer break for lunch. In the afternoon, we can stop for coffee/hot chocolate at a restaurant on the Albishorn. 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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