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Beaver Trail

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    Along the Beaver Trail in Pfyn, ten locations provide comprehensive information about the largest native rodent.
    Open
    easy
    Distance 3.7 km
    2:00 h
    3 m
    3 m
    402 m
    396 m

    Long before humans, the beaver inhabited the Thur valley. Extinct in the 19th century, it now lives again in the Thur meadows thanks to reintroductions in the 1970s. Around 450 beavers currently live in Switzerland, nearly 100 of them native to Thurgau. About a quarter of them can probably be found in the area around the Pfyn Beaver Trail. Whether you will immediately spot a beaver while walking the trail is doubtful, as the animals are mainly nocturnal and rarely seen before dusk.

    However, their traces are unmistakable and often appear in unexpected places. The Beaver Trail takes you through various habitats and several beaver territories in the Pfyn area. Along the way, ten panels provide visitors with extensive information about the lifestyle of the largest native rodent. With its interactive elements such as a quiz for children, the Beaver Trail is an experience for young and old alike.

    Author’s recommendation

    Those who visit the Beaver Trail only after dark have a good chance of observing beavers.

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    Safety information

    Hiking trail with its own signage. Often runs on wide paths but can also be narrow and uneven. Steep sections are overcome by steps. Apart from the usual attention and caution, hiking trails do not present any special demands.

    Tips and suggestions

    For more information about the Thurgau-Bodensee holiday region as well as activities and experiences along the way, please visit: www.thurgau-bodensee.ch

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    Pfyn – Bathing Pond – Beaver Trail – Thur Trail – Pfyn
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    Public-transport-friendly

    Arrival by train to Frauenfeld. Then take the bus to the Pfyn, Beaver Trail stop. The starting point is located directly at the stop.

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    Directions

    When arriving by car, exit the A7 motorway at Frauenfeld-East. Then follow the secondary road network to the starting point, Pfyn, Beaver Trail.

    Parking

    Parking spaces are located in the immediate vicinity of the starting point.

    Coordinates

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    2'713'500E 1'272'274N
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    47.591341, 8.947664
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    47°35'28.8"N 8°56'51.6"E
    UTM
    32T 496065 5270882
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    Wearing sturdy shoes with a good grip, weather-appropriate equipment, and topographic maps is recommended.

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    Difficulty
    T1 easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    3.7 km
    Duration
    2:00 h
    Ascent
    3 m
    Descent
    3 m
    Highest point
    402 m
    Lowest point
    396 m
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