Sihlwald–Hochwacht–Sihlwald

This leisurely hike with a few climbs leads right through the core zone of the Sihlwald forest.

This varied hike takes you through different types of forest in the Sihlwald. First, you walk from the Sihl via Summerhalden up to Schnabellücken and back. The hike then continues along Spinnerweg to Waldmatt and via Tannboden back to Sihlwald station. Along the way, the beautiful Summerhalden nature reserve invites you to pause and take a deep breath. Shortly afterwards, you can experience the core zone of the Sihlwald forest up close. Waldmatt awaits you with a soothing, reed-covered clearing. Several streams are impressive, which you can cross safely and dry-footed, catching exciting glimpses of some ravines. If you feel like it, you can take a detour from Schnabellücke to the Hochwacht observation tower, which takes an additional 45 minutes.