Einsiedeln Monastery – Lake Sihl loop from Einsiedeln

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Switzerland

Zentralschweiz

Schwyz

Einsiedeln Monastery – Lake Sihl loop from Einsiedeln

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Einsiedeln Monastery – Lake Sihl loop from Einsiedeln

02:55

34.5km

710m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 11, 2026

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Train Station

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748 m

Einsiedeln Monastery

Highlight • Religious Site

Most important place on the pilgrimage in Switzerland. An impressive place with a magnificent cathedral and monastery. The evening Vespers service with Ave Maria is a must - the chants …

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4.06 km

Sihlsee Dam

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

Lake Sihl is the largest artificial reservoir in Switzerland, covering 11 square kilometres. The roads that circle it are perfect for driving in a beautiful, picturesque setting.

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16.0 km

Sattelegg Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Very busy on nice days. Rest briefly and continue.

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23.4 km

Scenic Path with Lake View in Schwyz

Highlight • Trail

27.4 km

St. Meinrad Chapel (Etzel Chapel)

Highlight • Religious Site

The first chapel on the top of the pass was built in the 13th century. It was demolished and rebuilt in the 17th century. After the renovation in 2011, the …

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28.3 km

Paracelsus's birthplace

Highlight • Historical Site

Interesting and informative place to visit. There is a good restaurant in this place. The food is very tasty and you have a nice view.

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28.4 km

Already in the 12th century a first bridge over the Sihl was built here. The present bridge exists since 1794.
Just above the bridge is the birthplace of the great physician and reformer of medieval medicine, Paracelsus

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31.8 km

Lake Sihl

Highlight • Lake

The Sihlsee is the largest reservoir in Switzerland in terms of area, but due to its shallow depth it does not have a very large volume. There are many opportunities …

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