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Nänikon Circuit


A road cycling route starting from Uster

Enjoy a scenic road cycling experience through the beautiful landscapes surrounding Nänikon.

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The Nänikon Circuit is a scenic road cycling route that takes you through the beautiful landscapes surrounding the town of Nänikon. With a distance of 56 km and an ascent of 583 m, this route offers a relatively easy ride, suitable for cyclists of all levels. The highlight of this route is the picturesque village of Oberembrach, known for its charming traditional architecture and scenic beauty. Another notable highlight is the stunning Mattenbach waterfall, offering a refreshing stop along the route. Overall, the Nänikon Circuit provides a pleasant cycling experience amidst serene nature and picturesque villages.

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56 km
583 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Uster City center
Uster: Nature lover's retreat with abundant cycling routes
Uster, situated in Zürich, Switzerland, is a cyclist's paradise with diverse cycling routes and scenic landscapes. The town is surrounded by rolling hills, meadows, and forests, offering both flat and challenging roads for road and gravel cyclists. Uster is a popular starting point for cyclists venturing towards the Greifensee, an idyllic lake that offers peaceful cycling paths and picturesque views. The locality also hosts various cycling events and has excellent cycling facilities, including bike shops and repair services. With its abundant natural beauty and cycling infrastructure, Uster is a top choice for cyclists of all levels.
NänikonVillage
Nänikon offers a pleasant rural atmosphere, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque landscapes.
OberembrachVillage
Oberembrach delights cyclists with its traditional Swiss architecture and idyllic village charm.
Multberg550 mCastle
Multberg boasts stunning views of the surrounding Swiss countryside, dotted with traditional farms and peaceful meadows.
MattenbachSub-urb
Mattenbach waterfall, a hidden gem of natural beauty, offers a refreshing stop along the route.
SesselViewpoint
Sessel is a scenic viewpoint that treats cyclists to panoramic views of the rolling hills and distant mountains.
FehraltorfVillage
Fehraltorf is a charming village with traditional Swiss houses and a lively local community.
KänzeliViewpoint
Känzeli offers breathtaking views of the Zürcher Oberland and the snow-capped Swiss Alps in the distance.
Finish: Uster City center
Uster: Nature lover's retreat with abundant cycling routes

Cycling routes nearby:

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Uster / Nieder-Uster

Cycling paradise in the heart of Switzerland

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Nänikon

Embark on a memorable cycling escapade through the captivating landscapes of Nänikon in Zürich, Switzerland.

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Greifensee

Enjoy scenic rides along Greifensee Lake and explore the cycling paths of this beautiful locality.

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Mönchaltorf

Experience the best of flat terrain and challenging climbs in Mönchaltorf, Switzerland.

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Fehraltorf

Scenic road and gravel cycling in Zürich, Switzerland.

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Volketswil / Volketswil (Dorf)

Cycle through the Swiss charm of Volketswil/Dorf

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Aesch

Breathtaking Swiss landscapes and access to the iconic Albis Pass climb.

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Pfäffikon

Stunning lakeside views and well-maintained roads in Pfäffikon, a paradise for road cyclists.

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Egg

Cycling paradise with Uetliberg climb