Hiking

**Saturday hike near Sihlsee.** Check out the [full hike plan here](https://schweizmobil.ch/en/tour/1802905228). **Getting there:** At **Zurich HB**, take the **09:12 IR35 towards Chur**. Once on board, head to the **first 2nd-class carriage** in the direction of travel so we can all sit together. Full travel schedule is in the photos. **What to bring:** Water, snacks, sun/rain protection. See you on Saturday!

Hike Eat & Beer We hike Lägerengrat Ridge from Regensberg to Baden AG and visit on arrival a caft beer brewery and eat meat… More details to be informed in due time… Hike T3 Beer cold Meat 49 CHF Meeting in Dielsdorf 10:15 Transport see photo, seve orgazied Trail: https://schweizmobil.ch/de/wanderland/route-5/etappe-1

Hey, join me for a relaxed campfire evening to kick off the weekend in my favourite spot. I will bring the wood, some speaker and some wine (probably not enough). There is water there. Feel free to bring some drinks and/or sausage for you, maybe something to share. Expect to walk a bit outside concrete on a dirt path. Please update your participation to the event if you cannot make it (totally fine) but it would be disapointing for me to go there, carry the wood and eventually nobody to show up. 🕡 Start: 19:30 📍 Location: Close to Saalsporthalle. Exact location here. https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZjwJkvUg5EHNYRs97 For some real time communication, i've setup this group (however any announcement i will post here as well): https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ke4MxZsDir9F3aRibUvRX0?mode=gi_t If you have safety concerns: please contact me and we can see how we can make you feel safe. See you there 🙂

🌊 Ruhe im Sturm – Gottesdienst mit Tiefgang Was, wenn der größte Unterschied im Leben nicht der Sturm ist – sondern wer mit dir im Boot sitzt? In diesem Gottesdienst geht es um echte Fragen des Lebens: Wie gehe ich mit Druck, Angst und Unsicherheit um? Und wie finde ich eine innere Ruhe, die trägt – auch wenn es stürmt? Dich erwartet: ✨ Eine inspirierende Predigt 💬 Raum für persönlichen Austausch 🍲 Gemeinsames Mittagessen in entspannter Wohnzimmer Atmosphäre Komm vorbei, bring deine Fragen mit und erlebe Gemeinschaft, die trägt. Wir freuen uns auf dich!

Hohenstoffeln Burgruine, a beautiful volcanic hill in the Hegau region with amazing panoramic views that can stretch all the way to Lake Constance on a clear day. The route is around 10 km with 310 meters of elevation, making it a nice and rewarding walk without being too intense. 👌 [This will be the route.](https://www.komoot.com/tour/2885598862) **The event is free to join!** Since I don’t currently have a Meetup subscription, there’s an official limit of 10 participants. If it fills up, you’re still very welcome to come! Just send me a quick message so I know whether to wait for you. 😊 🚆 **Getting there:** From Konstanz it's about 1hr with public transport. From Tuttlingen, it’s around 1hr 30 min with public transport 📍 **Meeting point:** We will be waiting at the busstop 'Weiterdingen, Stiergarten'. We’ll wait about 15 minutes before heading out. **Keep in mind:** Bring some food and drinks with you! Let's have a fun hike and hope the volcano won't suddenly blast wide open on us! 🌋

**Join us for a refreshing Saturday morning cold-water swim at Katzensee!** We’ll meet at **9:00 AM** at the usual spot by the lake, do a short warm-up, and then go into the water together. All levels are welcome — beginners and experienced winter swimmers. **What to bring:** * warm hat * towel * water shoes (optional) * warm clothes for after the swim * a thermos with tea (optional) We’ll swim for a short time, enjoy the fresh morning energy, and warm up together afterwards. If you’re ready to start your weekend with nature, cold water, and good people — join us!

**Walk description:** The hike starts in front of the bus stop Reichenburg Altersheim. Then we walk to Näfels following a ridge hike. It is not a broad ridge hike like Stoss but it is not a very narrow ridge hike like the hike between Schwytz and Glarus for those we remember. But the path is probably still a little slippery and there are probably still small traces of snow You need to be fit and have good hiking shoes. [von Reichenburg nach Glarus Nord | Wanderung | Komoot](https://www.komoot.com/tour/2895207010) **How to go with the train (from Zurich and I will meet you on the way):** [Verbindungen Zürich HB nach Reichenburg, Altersheim | Das Online-Portal der SBB für Fahrplan, Zug und ÖV](https://www.sbb.ch/de?date=%222025-04-25%22&moment=dep&p_cursor=%22M3xPRnxNVMK1MTTCtTE5MjMzNsK1MTkyMzM2wrUxOTIzNzXCtTE5MjM4MMK1MMK1MMK1MjXCtTE5MjMwN8K1NsK1MMK1MsK1MMK1MMK1LTIxNDc0ODM2NDjCtTHCtTJ8UERIwrVjMjE4MGMzMmI2ZTkzZGJiMjdlNWQ5NWNmNmY2MzNjZXxSRMK1MjUwNDIwMjV8UlTCtTEyMzQwMHxVU8K1MHxSU8K1SU5JVA==%22&selected_leg=0&selected_trip=4&stops=Z%C3%BCrich+HB_I8503000~Reichenburg,+Altersheim_I8574481&time=07_14&day=2026-04-26&trip=1) **dedicated whatapp group** [WhatsApp-Gruppeneinladung](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GxCQyCn1WJZBC9b8Nc7eRL) **Registration:** To sign up, please select "Yes" in the WhatsApp community survey for this activity: [🌄 Switzerland Discovery Crew (Preferred Ages 18-35)🌄 | WhatsApp-Kanal](https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoercY1XquRrJm58k3V) If the event will happen in more than 30 days, I haven't added the survey in the channel yet. (Because message in a WhatsApp channel can be read by a new member only 30 days before he joins. But you can already enter the corresponding WhatsApp group) If you are concerned about privacy, only the admin of a WhatsApp channel can see who has voted in a poll (unlike a WhatsApp group). Please sign up only when you are certain! You can also register through Meetup, as it helps build momentum; however, I rely only on the number of people who signed up through the WhatsApp survey.

We start in the picturesque and smallest swiss town of Werdenberg (photo), from where we walk up the Grabserberg with spring flowers, make a lunch break near the beautiful Lake Voralpsee and go via the Ölberg (1428m) to Wildhaus, approx. 1150m up, 550m down, 17km, 6 h. Around Wildhaus there may be some snow, but the paths are safe. We go in a moderate pace, with time to take pictures, enjoy the spring flowers and have nice talks. Arriving in Wildhaus we may take a coffee or a beer. The return from Wildhaus will be by bus, either via Buchs or via Nesslau, whichever is more convenient for you Starting from Zürich : 7:38 Zürich HB, Gleis 11, IC3 direction Chur Sargans arr 08:32, Gleis 5 Note: You have to pass the station building in direction north to get to track 6. You may have to rush since it is only 3 min !! Sargans dep 08:35, IR13 from track 6, to Buchs SG, arr. 8:44 From Buchs SG, Bus 797, Kante D, dep. 8:53 Final destination is: Werdenberg, Städtli, arr. 8:56 Myself I will meet you in Werdenberg, Städtli. What you should bring: * good shoes (they may get muddy), * sun protection, * rain protection, * poles, if you have, * enough to drink and food for the whole day DISCLAIMER: By joining the walk you accept the terms listed here. This is NOT a guided tour. Instead, this is a get-together of individuals who themselves are responsible for their judgement, choices and actions. It is your own responsibility to prepare appropriately before the event: You need to understand what activity is foreseen, assess the difficulty, risks and dangers and the expected weather conditions. Furthermore, you need to assess the requirements regarding experience, capabilities and fitness condition, and judge if you personally have the necessary experience, capabilities and fitness level. You yourself also need to assure adequate preparation, equipment (boots, clothes, gear...) and insurance cover and do everything as if you were going by yourself. During the event it is also your own responsibility to apply your own judgement and to take considerate responsible decisions yourself, fully within your own responsibility and judgement. The event is entirely at your own risk. The organiser also does not warrant on the accuracy or completeness of the description above. The organiser just offers you to join one another and to go together, but holds no responsibility for anything, including injuries or death that might result directly or indirectly from this event.

Hi everyone, Let's visit the famous Rappelswil monastery followed by a short-hike. We will start at Pfaffikon SZ and finish at Uerikon and have a picnic lunch along the way. https://www.zuerich.com/en/visit/attractions/rapperswil-hurden-wooden-bridge-a-walkway-across-lake-zurich **Hike description:** Distance: 16 km Time: 5 h Elevation difference: 300 m up and down **Travel itinerary:** see photo **Meeting point:** Pfaffikon SZ **Minimum of 5 participants with confirmed donation; max. 15** **Booking system:** Mandatory donation of 10 CHF to your favourite charity. To secure your spot or move from the waiting list to the going list, please send me a confirmation of your donation to [[[[laurameetup@yahoo.com](mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com)]([mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com](http://mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com/))]([mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com](http://mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com/))]([mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com](http://mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com/)) Alternatively, you can donate here: [Zurich Weekends and Hiking | Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz](https://actnow.redcross.ch/en-GB/project/zurich-weekends-and-hiking?tab=overview) Check out our Facebook page: [https://www.facebook.com/share/15HuDGWwiM/?mibextid=wwXIfr](https://www.facebook.com/share/15HuDGWwiM/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Cancelled in case of bad weather. See you, Laura

This a beginners hike for peole with little or no experience. That being said, you should still own & wear hiking shoes to be safe on the trail. We will start at a comfortable time and walk at an easy pace. The weather will be sunny with temperatures up to 18°C. Ideal conditions for a spring hike. If we still find some wild garlic in the forest, we shall forage a bit. Around lunch we will enjoy our picnic lunch and we will finish in the late afternoon – with an optional visit of a food truck festival at the end of the hike. Should you have questions about the shoes and gear, feel free to ask me, once you have sent me your whatsapp number. The gear list will be shared in the whatsapp group. **This is a guided hike by a Swiss certified mountain leader and the participation fee is set at 20 CHF.** If you are joining for the first time, kindly send me your full name and WhatsApp number via direct message on meetup upon sign-up. Once you sign up, you will be temporarily on the waiting list. As soon as I have received your whatsapp message you will receive payment instructions and you will be moved to the list of participants once you have wired the participation fee via TWINT. Further details (what to bring & how to dress) will be shared in the WhatsApp group that will be created on Friday prior to the hike. The group size is limited to 15 participants.

The tour follows the nature trail ‘Zwischen Bergen und See’ featured on the official Ticino website. -> [Der Lehrpfad zwischen Bergen und See](https://www.ticino.ch/de/hike/details/Der-Lehrpfad-zwischen-Bergen-und-See/22874002.html) We will be covering most of stages 1 and 2, from Dirinella to Magadino. The tour itself does not take us to the highest peaks, but is a route that could also be called “Spring in Ticino”, and I expect stunning blossoms, nature in full bloom and the Mediterranean setting of Ticino. A pleasure tour and a short holiday for the heart and the senses. Komoot Link: [Nature trail “Zwischen Bergen und See”](https://www.komoot.com/de-de/tour/2705965632) **Key data** Length: 15,9 km Ascent: 680 m Descent: 680 m Duration without breaks: approx. 5:15 hours Technical difficulty: A challenging hike. A high level of fitness is required. The paths are generally easy to walk on. Sure-footedness is required. - We might encounter two short T2 sections, but otherwise it should be fairly straightforward. **Arrival and departure** Meeting point: 7:50 Zürich HB under the blue angel 8:05 Departure from Zürich with the IR46 towards Locarno 8:49 Departure from Arth-Goldau with the IC21 towards Lugano 9:49 Departure from Bellinzona with the S20 towards Locarno 10:06 Departure from Cadenazzo, Stazione with the B350 towards Dirinella 10:38 Start of hike Dirinella Return journey expected between 17:30 to 20:00 from Ticino, see Information in “Breaks” **Breaks** A short break is planned approximately every hour. After two/three hours, there will be a slightly longer break for lunch. About an hour after midday, we’ll might have the chance to enjoy a coffee or a drink of our choice at San Nazarro. The Tour itself will approximately finish at 17:30 in Magadino-Vira. On the way home, we’re planning to stop off in Bellinzona afterwards and have a pizza for dinner together. However, this is just an idea for now, and everyone can decide for themselves whether they’d like to join in or not. Please bring enough food for lunch, and in case dinner doesn’t work out, I’d recommend packing an extra sandwich. **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. **Image license (example image, not from the tour)** GeminiAI generated

**🐕✨ Dog lovers, time to get back out there!** We’re back with a new group dog hike — and this one’s worth it 😍 📅 Sunday, 26 April 📍 Gulme Trail, Amden 🚊 Train from ZH HB 8:12 —> Ziegelbrücke 8:58 + BUS 650 from Ziegelbrücke 9:04 —> Arvenbüel, Arven 9:37 A beautiful scenic loop above Walensee 🌊 Expect alpine meadows 🌼, forest paths 🌲, and stunning views all the way up to the Gulmen summit ⛰️ 🥾 Details: ~10.5 km | ~600 m elevation | ~3.5h [Official details ](https://www.amden-weesen.ch/en/poi/detail/gulme-trail-85cf1375fd) 🐾 Expect: * happy dogs * a relaxed, chill atmosphere * a mix of movement + chats + chaos (the good kind 😄) 👥 All friendly dogs & humans welcome! Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IMc3JGToenY1K6FpzXwwW2?mode=gi_t) or follow [pawsadventures_zurich](https://www.instagram.com/pawsadventures_zurich?igsh=eTFxd3kxd3owcTh4&utm_source=qr) on Instagram where we’ll be sharing pics and info too!

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.

Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.

Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.

Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles so please wear your shoe of choice. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.

This is a small but pretty park with a 1.7-mile loop. We will walk it 2 times. It goes along a ridge and has moderate elevation changes.