Heart loop Wil

Country, Europe, Photographer: Beat Belser, Herzschlaufe, Customer, Public services, Switzerland/Switzerland, St.Gallen Bodensee Tourismus, Tourism, www.beatbelser.ch

As part of Switzerland's national Heart Route, the Wil Heart Loop connects the cantons Thurgau, St. Gallen, and Zurich. This idyllic tour leads from the rolling hills of the Tannenzapfenland to the valleys of the Tösstal. Whether you stop off to take in the culture at the impressive Fischingen Abbey or admire the sweeping panoramic views, this route is guaranteed to make your cycling heart beat faster.

Heart Route Switzerland

The Heart Route, National Cycle Route 99, is one of the most beautiful experiences for e-bike enthusiasts in Switzerland. Covering a total of around 720 kilometers, it leads from Lake Geneva to Lake Constance, mainly using idyllic side roads with little traffic. As the route takes in a variety of landscapes, including some hills, it is ideal for an e-bike tour. This allows you to relax and enjoy the gentle inclines and the panoramic views that follow.

Discover the Heart Route Switzerland

Heart loop Wil

The Wil 999 heart loop is a circular route covering around 94 kilometers, divided into two sections – the northern branch and the southern branch. The northern branch leads from the Zurich highlands to the apple trees of Thurgau, while the southern branch connects Tannzapfenland the Tösstal valley. Various viewpoints along the way invite you to take a break. If you want to combine both routes, you will also find comfortable accommodation options along the way.

The southern branch stage

The 43-kilometer stage leads from the old town of Wil, at an altitude of around 990 meters, through the green Tannzapfenland. One highlight is the imposing Fischingen Abbey in the Murg Valley, which is ideal for a break. Thurgau a visit to the only monastery still in operation in Thurgau the gentle rolling hills from Tannzapfenland the Zurich Oberland offer wonderful insights and sweeping views. The journey ends with an idyllic descent into the Tösstal valley to Rikon, where the destination of this varied e-bike tour is reached.

"A stop at Fischingen Abbey is simply a must on the Herzschlaufe Wil trail."

The North Branch Stage

The 52-kilometer stage leads from Rikon, with an elevation gain of around 1,130 meters, back to the abbey town of Wil. The first highlight is the historic Gyrenbad inn, which invites you to relax and enjoy yourself on its sun terrace. The route passes Schauenberg and other vantage points. After a descent into the charming little town of Elgg, the journey continues on Thurgau roads, where typical apple trees and the Johanniterkomturei Tobel await. With impressive panoramic views from Lake Constance to Säntis, the stage finally returns to Wil.

"The views stretch from the Zurich highlands to Lake Constance."

Tour details

Detailed information about the route and an interactive map can be found on Outdooractive. Use the platform to conveniently plan your tour and access all the details about the route and stops. This means you will have all the highlights of the Herzschlaufe Wil at your fingertips. If you would like to rent an e-bike, you will find what you are looking for at Rent a Bike in Wil.

To the route plan