Felsenegg

Felsenegg is a summit in the Albis range near Zurich that reaches about 804 meters in elevation with a viewpoint at the top. From this vantage point, visitors survey the length of Lake Zurich and the surrounding foothills extending toward distant Alpine peaks.

An aerial tramway was built here in the mid-20th century, making the summit accessible to visitors from Zurich. This infrastructure transformed the natural landmark into a popular destination for day trips.

The location sits on the Planet Trail, a walking route that brings solar system distances into human scale. Visitors experience how these vast cosmic measurements translate to a walk between two nearby peaks.

A cable car from Adliswil offers a quick ascent, or visitors can hike along marked paths from nearby Uetliberg station. Coming early on clear days helps you navigate the trails comfortably and enjoy the best views.

The summit houses a monument marking a significant location within a scale model of the solar system built into local walking routes. Few visitors realize this mathematical detail adds a scientific dimension to an otherwise ordinary mountain hike.

Location: Zürich

Elevation above the sea: 804 m

Part of: Albis

GPS coordinates: 47.31183,8.50617

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:04