Wildnispark Zurich Sihlwald
Hike from Hausen a.A. to Horgen
The wilderness is so close to Zurich and Zug. The Hausen a.A.–Sihlwald–Horgen hike takes you through the Sihlwald forest in the Wildnispark Zurich – the largest, pristine mixed beech forest in Central Switzerland.
The ascent from Hausen a.A. to the Albishorn is steep and demanding. But the effort pays off after around an hour: a magnificent view over the alpine foothills. You then head through the Sihlwald forest, past the Albishornweiher ponds. The best time to hear nature is in spring. The croaking of the frogs and birdsong is like music to the ears. A jungle-like feeling.
The visitor center in Sihlwald is open between May and October. Here you will find information about the wilderness, as well as a natural history museum and bookshop.
The hiking trail then heads up the Zimmerberg mountain along the forest discovery path. After crossing the motorway, keep to the right and walk towards Lake Zurich until Horgen railway station or boat station.
Journey Details
| Duration | 4 hours |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | medium |
| Distance | 11.4 Kilometres |
| Altitude difference | 475 Metres |
| Arrival | Postbus 240 to Hausen a.A., Post |
| Return travel | From Horgen, Bahnhof |
Sihl unter einer Schneedecke 
Winterstimmung im Naturerlebnispark Sihlwald 
Additional information
Buy ticket
Buy your ticket from the SBB Shop or SBB Mobile app. You can also buy a ticket from the driver, at all ticket terminals, PostBus sales offices and at the counter of your nearest railway station.
Additional ticketing apps and online shops can be found in our overview.
Timetable / travel information
You will find the entire Swiss public transport timetable online here.
Postbus 240 to Hausen a.A., Post or until the next public transport stop: Langnau a.A., Schwerzi-Wildpark
Reservations
For groups of 10 people or more, a reservation is required by no later than 4 p.m. on the previous day. Tel. +41 58 667 13 60
Bicycle transport
You may take your bicycle on the postbus, provided there is sufficient space and you do not obstruct other passengers from getting on or off the vehicle. Transport of electric bicycles on PostBus routes is limited.