The wooden bridge in Rapperswil

For today I invite you to a walk over the Lake of Zurich, a stunnig wooden pedestrian bridge crossing the upper partof the lake from Rapperswil to Hurden. It is one of the longest wooden bridge in Switzerland, with a history continuum. Walking over the lake a nice experience.

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The medieval bridge abou 1,4 km long, and about 1.5 m above the waterwas a piligrim and trade routecompleting the Wayof St. James.

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Easy to reached in about 30 min. from Zurich, perfect for a short stroll, a peaceful route across the Lake with amazing nature, history,and modern Swiss craftsmanship.

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The old bridgewas torn down in 1878 after building the stone Seedamm, leaving only the chapel standing in the water
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Have awonderful day!



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Beautiful natural scenery and nice place. The wooden bridge is quite old but still sturdy, maybe a super type of Wood. Thank you. Greetings.

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Such a beautiful area and a cool bridge

Thanks for joining the Wednesday Walk

Have a great day :)

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