Fällanden, a municipality in the Canton of Zurich, Switzerland, is characterized by its location between the Pfannenstiel mountain chain and Greifensee lake. This setting provides a diverse landscape, from the protected natural and recreational areas around Greifensee to the varied terrain of the Pfannenstiel slopes. The region features a mix of paved paths, unpaved segments, and natural trails, offering opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more.
Fällanden offers a range of outdoor activities, with more than 50 routes available across several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, jogging, and hiking. The area's diverse terrain caters to various preferences, from easy, mostly paved rides around Greifensee Lake to more challenging mountain bike trails with varied elevation. For those interested in cycling, options include relaxed touring, demanding road cycling routes, and gravel biking on mixed surfaces. Hikers and joggers can explore the numerous trails through forests and green spaces. More than 202,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Fällanden, resulting in an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars. To explore specific activities, consult guides such as Cycling around Fällanden, Road Cycling Routes around Fällanden, or Hiking around Fällanden.
128
Routes
4.5
(1289)
Average rating
9945
People visited

4.6
(430)
2,926
riders
22.0km
01:16
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(391)
2,634
riders
21.4km
01:13
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(21)
258
riders
21.4km
01:15
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(11)
78
riders
71.1km
04:34
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(33)
340
riders
43.7km
01:47
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(13)
297
riders
47.2km
02:02
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.8
(11)
165
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(4)
81
riders
69.6km
03:16
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.4
(76)
277
riders
23.2km
01:26
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
108km
09:39
2,210m
2,210m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.9
(38)
68
riders
49.9km
02:25
140m
140m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(3)
18
riders
40.0km
02:26
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(25)
95
riders
35.1km
02:38
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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116
riders
40.5km
02:44
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(19)
130
riders
27.1km
02:06
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(34)
91
riders
45.7km
03:11
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(2)
146
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
runners
10.3km
01:05
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
runners
10.2km
01:03
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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28
runners
6.33km
00:40
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
50
hikers
16.7km
04:17
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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20
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
3
hikers
9.12km
02:31
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Fällanden offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Jogging, and Hiking. The region features diverse terrain, from paved paths around Greifensee Lake to challenging mountain bike trails. More than 70 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.49 stars from over 200,000 visitors.
Yes, Fällanden provides numerous touring cycling routes, many of which are easy and suitable for all fitness levels. The Greifensee loop is a popular option, primarily featuring paved surfaces for relaxed touring. For more information, consult the guide Cycling around Fällanden.
Fällanden offers a range of road cycling routes, from easy, well-paved rides to more challenging options. Routes like the "Glatt River Cycle Path – Glatt Riverside Path loop" (44.2 miles / 71.1 km) and the "Züri Metzgete Pfannenstiel-Loop" (38.2 miles / 61.5 km) are available. Some routes may include unpaved segments and require good fitness. Find more details in Road Cycling Routes around Fällanden.
Yes, mountain bikers can find trails around Fällanden, including the Adlisberg Trail, which offers varied terrain. Other moderate mountain bike rides are available with elevation gains up to 3,000 feet (914 meters). Some portions may require advanced riding skills. Refer to MTB Trails around Fällanden for more options.
Gravel biking is well-catered for in Fällanden, with routes offering a mix of paved, singletrack, and dirt sections. An easy 14.4-mile (23.2 km) gravel route around Lake Greifensee from Volketswil provides scenic views. The guide Gravel biking around Fällanden lists specific routes.
Fällanden offers numerous hiking trails through forests and green spaces. The region's landscape, nestled between the Pfannenstiel mountain chain and Greifensee lake, provides diverse scenery for hikers. More information is available in the guide Hiking around Fällanden.
Fällanden's landscape includes the Greifensee Lake, a protected natural and recreational area, and the Pfannenstiel mountain chain. The Fällander Tobel area features the "Bitzstein," an impressive natural monument. Various points offer panoramic views of the mountains and Lake Zurich.
Yes, Fällanden offers easy bike rides suitable for all fitness levels, including families. The Greifensee loop is a good example, featuring mostly paved surfaces. These routes are ideal for relaxed touring and exploring the picturesque surroundings.
Fällanden's routes are highly popular on Komoot, with more than 200,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars. There are over 70 routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Fällanden, including Cycling around Fällanden, Road Cycling Routes around Fällanden, and Hiking around Fällanden. Other guides cover MTB trails, gravel biking, and traffic-free bike rides.
The official website for the municipality of Fällanden is www.faellanden.ch. The main contact phone number for the municipality is +41 43 355 35 35.
Fällanden offers cycling opportunities across various seasons, with many routes suitable for different times of the year. The region's diverse terrain, from lakeside paths to mountain trails, provides options depending on seasonal conditions. Specific route conditions may vary.

