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Glarus Süd (Switzerland)
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Glarus Süd was formed in 2011 through the merger of 13 former municipalities and encompasses the entire hinterland of the canton of Glarus. With an area of around 430 square kilometers, it is one of the most extensive municipalities in Switzerland. The landscape is characterized by prominent peaks such as the Tödi, the highest mountain in the Glarus Alps, and deep-cut valleys such as the Grosstal and Kleintal. A major highlight is the Tectonic Arena Sardona, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, where the formation of the Alps through the overthrusting of rock layers is uniquely visible. Tourist destinations like Elm and Braunwald are of great importance, known as snow-sure ski resorts and hiking paradises. In Linthal, you will find the impressive Limmern pumped-storage power plant, a technical masterpiece hidden inside the mountain. The region's history was shaped for centuries by slate mining and the textile industry, whose heritage is still visible today in many industrial buildings. Glarus Süd has untouched nature, idyllic mountain lakes like Oberblegisee, and a rich variety of flora and fauna. The municipality is well connected by the St. Gallen S-Bahn, with the railway line running as far as Linthal at the foot of the Klausen Pass. Local culture is preserved through traditional Alpine festivals and the culinary heritage of Glarner Schabziger cheese.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg °C-4-415101416151172-3
Rain mm10181102107163176173190124110103106

Geography

Population
1,119
Coordinates
46.94500, 9.07000

Facts

  • Area of 430.2 km2
  • Tödi is the highest point at 3614 m
  • UNESCO World Heritage Tectonic Arena Sardona
  • Braunwald is a car-free resort
  • Martinsloch rock window near Elm
  • Switzerland's largest pumped-storage plant

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FlimsFlims20 km · SEExplore →
LaaxLaax21 km · SEExplore →
QuintenQuinten21 km · NEExplore →
Lake WalenLake Walen21 km · NEExplore →
GamsbergGamsberg27 km · NEExplore →

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Sights in the town Glarus Süd (6)

Matzlenstock🌿 nature

A prominent mountain peak in the Glarus Alps with views of the mountain landscape.

Sunnenberg🌿 nature

Sunnenberg, a rocky summit in the Glarus Alps near Glarus Süd.

Franzenhoren🌿 nature

Franzenhoren, a high alpine peak in the Glarus Alps near Glarus Süd.

Kärpfbrücke📍 landmark

The Kärpfbrücke is an impressive natural stone bridge over the Niederenbach stream.

Moorpfad Garichte📍 landmark

The Moorpfad Garichte is a nature trail leading through a protected moorland landscape.

Natur-Kneipp-Pfad📍 landmark

The natural Kneipp path in Glarus Süd gives refreshment through traditional water therapy.

Frequently asked questions

Glarus Süd: where is it located?
Glarus Süd is located in Switzerland.
Glarus Süd: what is there to see?
Highlights include Matzlenstock, Sunnenberg, Franzenhoren.
Glarus Süd: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul, Sep.
Glarus Süd: why is it worth visiting?
Glarus Süd was formed in 2011 through the merger of 13 former municipalities and encompasses the entire hinterland of the canton of Glarus.
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A fjord-like lake spectacularly nestled between the steep Churfirsten peaks and the Flumserberg mountain.
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Sargans Castle — Glarus Süd (Switzerland)
Sargans Castle
The hilltop castle above Sargans was built in the 13th century and is now a museum for the history of mining.
Rapperswil Castle — Glarus Süd (Switzerland)
Rapperswil Castle
The castle on a headland in Lake Zurich was built around 1220 by the counts of Rapperswil.

Nature

Kaltbrunner Riet — Glarus Süd (Switzerland)
Kaltbrunner Riet
Kaltbrunner Riet is a significant fen at the edge of Lake Zurich.
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Piz Terri North
The north summit of Piz Terri is a prominent point in the Adula Alps.
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Piz Terri South
The south summit of Piz Terri is a prominent point in the Adula Alps.
Muota River — Glarus Süd (Switzerland)
Muota River
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Pizol Foothills — Glarus Süd (Switzerland)
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Piz Salamura — Glarus Süd (Switzerland)
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