Glarus is a mountain canton in the southern part of Eastern Switzerland. The region is very popular for hiking, mountaineering and paragliding, but also for winter activities Glarnerland is a popular destination. At 3614 meters above sea level, the Tödi is the highest mountain in eastern Switzerland. Thanks to the Glarner Überschiebung, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area around Piz Saradona is one of the most famous geological landscapes in the world.
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Glarus · answered by our editorial team
The town of Glarus is the capital of the canton of the same name. Among the most important excursion destinations are the Klöntalersee, the Kunsthaus Glarus, the Glärnisch, the Oberblegisee and the Schilt.
There are many exciting activities in Glarus such as hiking, climbing, swimming, snow sports or a visit to the House of Läderach. The House of Läderach presents the history of this Swiss family business. A unique, three-part chocolate fountain is also located here.
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