Hiking
Reuss-Uferweg
Ottenbach–Rottenschwil
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Reuss-Uferweg
Ottenbach–Rottenschwil
The path along the embankment begins at Ottenbach, on the border between the cantons of Aargau and Zürich. This elevated path runs alongside the River Reuss to Rottenschwil and reveals magnificent views of a beautiful natural environment.
At Ottenbach, at the beginning of the route, a bridge crosses the Reuss. This is where you gain a first impression of the river that is known for it's rapids and untamed surroundings. Even from the bridge, the river's imposing size and presence are tangible. This is an impression that is further emphasized along the entire route by the primal, lush riverside landscape.
The river bank is lined by magnificent trees and wild plants. Along the way you enjoy views of the prominent river on the one hand; on the other hand there are views of sweeping fields and meadows. Occasionally you pass through stretches of shaded woodland, which offer a welcome, cool respite on hot days.
The small wetland areas, in which you can discover different species of lush plants and – with a little luck – even wild animals, are particularly enchanting. On the bridge at the end of the route in Rottenschwil, you can take leave for the last time from the Reuss, your faithful companion on this excursion.
The river bank is lined by magnificent trees and wild plants. Along the way you enjoy views of the prominent river on the one hand; on the other hand there are views of sweeping fields and meadows. Occasionally you pass through stretches of shaded woodland, which offer a welcome, cool respite on hot days.
The small wetland areas, in which you can discover different species of lush plants and – with a little luck – even wild animals, are particularly enchanting. On the bridge at the end of the route in Rottenschwil, you can take leave for the last time from the Reuss, your faithful companion on this excursion.
The path along the embankment begins at Ottenbach, on the border between the cantons of Aargau and Zürich. This elevated path runs alongside the River Reuss to Rottenschwil and reveals magnificent views of a beautiful natural environment.
At Ottenbach, at the beginning of the route, a bridge crosses the Reuss. This is where you gain a first impression of the river that is known for it's rapids and untamed surroundings. Even from the bridge, the river's imposing size and presence are tangible. This is an impression that is further emphasized along the entire route by the primal, lush riverside landscape.
The river bank is lined by magnificent trees and wild plants. Along the way you enjoy views of the prominent river on the one hand; on the other hand there are views of sweeping fields and meadows. Occasionally you pass through stretches of shaded woodland, which offer a welcome, cool respite on hot days.
The small wetland areas, in which you can discover different species of lush plants and – with a little luck – even wild animals, are particularly enchanting. On the bridge at the end of the route in Rottenschwil, you can take leave for the last time from the Reuss, your faithful companion on this excursion.
The river bank is lined by magnificent trees and wild plants. Along the way you enjoy views of the prominent river on the one hand; on the other hand there are views of sweeping fields and meadows. Occasionally you pass through stretches of shaded woodland, which offer a welcome, cool respite on hot days.
The small wetland areas, in which you can discover different species of lush plants and – with a little luck – even wild animals, are particularly enchanting. On the bridge at the end of the route in Rottenschwil, you can take leave for the last time from the Reuss, your faithful companion on this excursion.
Length | Number of stages
6 km
| 1 Stage
Ascent | Descent
20 m | 50 m
Hiking time
1 h 30 min
Grade | Fitness level
easy
(for wheelchair users)
|
difficult
(for wheelchair users)
Hints
Information for blind and visually impaired people
Blind and visually impaired people can walk the obstacle-free routes thanks to voice guidance. Voice guidance is integrated in the MyWay Pro app. This offer is supported by Procap Switzerland, the Swiss Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and SwitzerlandMobility. Voice guidance is offered only in the MyWay Pro app for iOS.
Information for wheelchair users
The obstacle-free routes enable us to offer a leisure activity to people who depend on paths without substantial natural or physical obstacles. This offer is supported by Procap Switzerland, SwitzerlandMobility, the Swiss Hiking Federation, and the Swiss Cantons.
The sightseeing attractions and overnight accommodation suggested by Switzerland Mobility are not necessarily wheelchair accessible. More information on accessibility is found at www.procap-reisen.ch or www.rollihotel.ch.
Obstacle-free routes, grade of difficulty see PDF.
The sightseeing attractions and overnight accommodation suggested by Switzerland Mobility are not necessarily wheelchair accessible. More information on accessibility is found at www.procap-reisen.ch or www.rollihotel.ch.
Obstacle-free routes, grade of difficulty see PDF.
Details
PDFArrival | return travel
Barrier-free travel / public transport
A low-floor bus (Routes 212, 214) runs from the support railway station at Affoltern am Albis directly to the bus stop Ottenbach, Engelwiese.
Wheelchair-suitable parking spaces
There is a large car park at Ottenbach next to the bridge over the River Reuss. There are however no marked wheelchair-suitable parking spaces. There is also a large car park at Rottenschwil. It has no parking spaces that are marked as suitable for wheelchair users.
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km0 - km0.9
800m of surfaced pavement with a gradient of 7% lead from the bus stop down to the Reuss.
Restaurant Reussbrücke
Restaurant Reussbrücke is located directly next to the bridge over the Reuss. Both terrace and interior are easily accessible. There is a wheelchair-accessible toilet next to the entrance. WC info: door width 88cm; movement area (DxB) 200x120cm; seat height 46cm; hand grips, right moveable, left none; access right; mirror height 125cm; washbasin underside clearance 78cm.
Muristrasse 32
8913 Ottenbach
Tel. +41 (0)44 760 11 61
info@reussbruecke.ch
www.reussbruecke.ch
km0.9 - km6.1
After the Reuss bridge you find an easily negotiable gravel path. It leads you along the Reuss embankment. At km4.4, you cross an easily surveyable road without a pedestrian crossing. 100m before the Rottenschwil, Hecht bus stop is a short 8m downhill stretch with a 10% gradient. A surfaced 15m uphill stretch with a 7% gradient must be overcome before reaching the bus stop.
Restaurant Hecht
Restaurant Hecht is located next to the Rottenschwil, Hecht bus stop. The restaurant is accessible and has a wheelchair-accessible toilet. There is one step, which is overcome via a mobile ramp. Please ask the staff for assistance. WC info: door width 80cm; movement area (DxB) 130x140cm; seat height 51cm; hand grips, left fixed, right moveable; access right; mirror height 130cm (folding mirror); washbasin underside clearance 75cm.
Hauptstrasse 2
8919 Rottenschwil
Tel. +41 (0)56 634 11 06
info@hecht-rottenschwil.ch
https://www.hecht-rottenschwil.ch/
Arrival | return travel
Barrier-free return journey / public transport
A low-floor bus (Route 245) runs from the Rottenschwil, Hecht bus stop to Muri AG, from where S26 runs to the support railway stations at Aarau or Lenzburg. You can also take the bus (line 245) in the direction of Birmensdorf and from there you can take the S5 to Zurich main station.
Contact
Procap Reisen & Sport
Frohburgstrasse 4
4600 Olten
Tel. +41 (0)62 206 88 30
tourismus@procap.ch
www.procap.ch/tourismus-inklusiv
Frohburgstrasse 4
4600 Olten
Tel. +41 (0)62 206 88 30
tourismus@procap.ch
www.procap.ch/tourismus-inklusiv
