The charming town of Glarus is beautifully surrounded by towering mountains near the Glärnisch peak. Outdoor enthusiasts, like hikers, climbers, bikers and nature lovers will appreciate Glarus for its landscapes and wide range of opportunities.
Glarus with Glärnisch
Lake Klöntal © VISIT Glarnerland / Maya Rhyner
Glarus: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts and Nature Lovers
The charming Klöntal hiking area with the Klöntalersee lake can be found close to the main town. Surrounded by mountains this valley is a haven.
Traveling through the Pragel Pass will lead you to Muotathal in the canton of Schwyz a route taken by General Suvorovs army as they escaped to Glarus in 1799.
Hikes to the Lake Klöntal
Glarnerland – Hiking Country © VISIT Glarnerland / Maya Rhyner
Lake Klöntal, situated at an altitude of 848 meters above sea level, is undoubtedly one of the most picturesque lakes in Glarus. At a distance of only around six kilometers from the center of Glarus, it is an ideal excursion destination for hikes or bike tours. In the warmer months, the lake also provides a wonderful backdrop for a relaxed picnic surrounded by nature.
There’s a story going around that the Russians may have hidden their treasure chest in Klöntalersee sparking interest in diving expeditions. Though nothing has been found yet.
Glarnerland boasts an array of captivating mining sites and is part of the transboundary GeoPark that covers Sarganserland and Walensee regions as well. From Landesplattenberg near Engi to the slate factory in Elm from sea creatures on Kerenzerberg to dinosaur tracks on Tödi there’s plenty to explore.
Immerse yourself in the world of geology and mining history, in Glarnerland.
UNESCO World Heritage Tectonic Arena Sardona with Martinsloch and Tschingelhörner © VISIT Glarnerland / Maya Rhyner
Sardona Geopark – UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Sardona Geopark has set itself the goal of bringing the history of the earth to life in a contiguous area of the Swiss cantons of St. Gallen, Glarus and Graubünden. The heart of the Geopark is the Tectonic Arena Sardona, which encompasses the Glarus Thrust.
In 2008, this impressive geological formation was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Under the name “Tectonic Arena Sardona”, the area was added to the World Heritage List in July 2008 with an area of 32,850 hectares.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site Tectonic Arena Sardona captivates visitors in Elm with the majestic Tschingelhörner and Martinsloch. It is the main overthrust in Glarus.
Video UNESCO World Natural Heritage Sardona
The UNESCO World Natural Heritage TektonikArena Sardona is a geological wonder in the heart of Switzerland. See as well https://www.switzerland-highlights.co…
The TektonikArena Sardona covers an area of approximately 320 square kilometers and encompasses the Alpine regions of Glarus, Graubünden, and St. Gallen. This unique natural heritage consists of a fascinating combination of rock layers that have been shaped over millions of years.
Here, the European Plate and the African Plate converge. This complex tectonic collision began around 35 million years ago and has, over time, led to the impressive geological formations in the region. Ancient rocks, some as old as 250-300 million years, have shifted against much younger ones, ranging from 35 to 50 million years old.
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Video City of Glarus, Switzerland
Glarus is known for the Landsgemeinde – a political assembly and an example for swiss direct democracy. It takes place on Zaunplatz every year on the first Sunday in May…
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Video Glarus Landsgemeinde | Cantonal assembly | Glarus Switzerland
The Landsgemeinde or is a public, non-secret ballot voting system operating by majority rule, which constitutes one of the oldest forms of direct democracy.
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