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The Walensee (German pronunciation: [ˈvaːln̩ˌzeː] ⓘ), also known as Lake Walen and Lake Walenstadt (after Walenstadt), is one of the larger lakes in Switzerland. Located in the east of the country, about two thirds of its area are in the canton of St. Gallen and about one third in the canton of Glarus.

Key Information

Its name means 'Lake of the Walhaz' (German: See der Welschen), since in the early Middle Ages Walensee formed the linguistic border between the Alemanni, who settled in the west, and the Romansh people, the Walhaz (Welschen), in the east.[1]

Geography

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The lake lies in a valley between the Appenzell Alps to the north and the Glarus Alps to the south. It has a long east-west extension but is relatively narrow in north-south direction, with a surface area of 24 km2 (9.3 sq mi). It has a maximum depth of 151 m (495 ft).

The three main tributaries of the lake are the Seez, Murgbach and Linth. The latter continues its course from Walensee to Obersee (Lake Zurich) through the Linth canal. Until the regulation of the Linth during the early 19th century, the Linth bypassed Walensee west of it and the lake's outflow was a river called the Maag, which merged with the Linth near Ziegelbrücke. The Seerenbach Falls and Rinquelle are adjacent to the north of the lake. The Schnittlauchinsel, near the eastern end of the lake, is the only island in the Walensee.

The Churfirsten range raises steeply on the north side from the lake's level at 419 m (1,375 ft) to 2,306 m (7,566 ft) above sea level, joining the Mattstock (1,936 m (6,352 ft)) and Federispitz (1,865 m (6,119 ft)) to the west. The Paxmal near Walenstadt overlooks the lake. On the south, the lake is overlooked by the Mürtschenstock Massif, whose peak is 2,441 m (8,009 ft) above sea level, and the resort area Flumserberg. The highest point of the lake's drainage basin is the Tödi (3,614 m (11,857 ft)).[2]

As seen from the Flumserberg

Settlements and transportation

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Apart from Walenstadt at the eastern end of the lake, other lakeside towns and villages are Weesen at the western end of the lake and Mühlehorn and Mols, Murg and Unterterzen south of the lake. Quinten, located on the northern shore of the lake, can only be reached on foot from Weesen or Walenstadt via a hiking trail[3] or by boat (e.g. via a ferry from Murg) as there are no roads. Commercial passenger boats are operated by Walensee-Schifffahrt.[4]

To the south, the lake is followed by the A3 motorway and the Ziegelbrücke–Sargans railway line, with stations at Mühlehorn, Murg, Unterterzen and Walenstadt. Unterterzen railway station is connected via a gondola lift with Oberterzen and the resort area Flumserberg.[5] There is also a continuous bike route (Route 9) along the southern shore, featuring a section through tunnels (former railway tunnels) at Kerenzerberg.

Arts

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The lake provided the inspiration for a solo piano piece by Hungarian Romantic composer Franz Liszt, Au lac de Wallenstadt. The piece is part of a collection of solo piano works inspired by his travels to Switzerland in the 1830s.

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  • Walensee and Unterterzen, Quarten
    Walensee and Unterterzen, Quarten
  • Looking to the west towards Amden
    Looking to the west towards Amden
  • Escher canal (left), diverting the river Linth into Walensee, and the Linth canal (right), the present-day outflow of the lake
    Escher canal (left), diverting the river Linth into Walensee, and the Linth canal (right), the present-day outflow of the lake
  • Commercial passenger boat
    Commercial passenger boat
  • Weesen harbour
    Weesen harbour
  • Schnittlauchinsel
    Schnittlauchinsel

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The Walensee, also known as Lake Walen or Lake Walenstadt, is a prominent lake in , renowned for its fjord-like landscape and crystal-clear waters. Spanning the cantons of St. Gallen and , it covers a surface area of approximately 24 km², stretches about 15.5 km in length with a maximum width of 2 km, reaches a maximum depth of 151 m, and sits at an elevation of 419 m above . The lake is primarily fed by the Linth River via the Escher Canal, along with several other rivers including the Seez and Murgbach, while the Linth River serves as its primary outflow, channeling water toward . Unlike most large Swiss lakes, Walensee remains unregulated, with its water levels fluctuating naturally due to precipitation and seasonal changes, making it a key site for long-term hydrological monitoring recognized by the . Dramatically framed by the jagged peaks of the Churfirsten mountain range, which rise sharply from the water's edge with slopes dropping up to 1,000 m, the lake offers a striking alpine setting that rarely freezes over due to its depth and mild influences. Notable natural features include the Seerenbach Falls, a multi-tiered cascade totaling 585 m in height and one of Europe's tallest waterfalls, which plunges directly into the lake, and the sheltered, car-free village of Quinten on its southern shore, benefiting from a unique Mediterranean that supports subtropical vegetation like figs and palms. Walensee holds ecological significance as a mid-altitude lake sensitive to , with ongoing research highlighting shifts in water temperature, oxygen levels, and in its deep, oligotrophic waters. Recent bathymetric surveys by the Swiss Federal Office of have mapped its in detail, revealing a complex lake bed shaped by glacial activity. The area supports diverse recreational and cultural activities while preserving its role as a vital part of Switzerland's along the route from to .

Geography

Location and Dimensions

Walensee is situated in , with its approximate center at coordinates 47°7′N 9°12′E. The lake straddles the border between the cantons of St. Gallen and , with approximately two-thirds of its surface area—about 17 km²—lying in St. Gallen and one-third—around 8 km²—in . The lake covers a surface area of 24.2 km² at an elevation of 419 m above . It measures approximately 15.4 km in length and 2 km in maximum width. It reaches a maximum depth of 151 m and an average depth of 105 m, resulting in a total water volume of 2.5 km³. Walensee is nestled in an overdeepened glacial valley, flanked by the Appenzell Alps to the north and the Alps to the south. The northern side is dramatically framed by the jagged peaks of the Churfirsten mountain range, consisting of seven prominent summits that rise steeply above the lake with slopes dropping up to 1,000 m, defining its iconic panorama. The highest point in its is the Tödi peak at 3,614 m in the Alps. The name "Walensee" derives from "See der Welschen," referring to the lake of the "Welschen" (Romance speakers), as it marked a historical linguistic boundary in the between speakers to the west and Romansh speakers to the east.

Hydrology and Geology

The hydrology of Walensee is characterized by multiple inflows and a single regulated outflow, reflecting both natural drainage patterns and historical engineering interventions. The primary inflows include the Linth River, which carries significant meltwater from the Glarus Alps, the Seez River from the Weisstannen valley, and the Murgbach from the surrounding hills in the . These rivers deliver alpine runoff, contributing to the lake's volume and sediment load. The sole outflow is the Linth Canal, which directs water westward toward ; this canal was constructed as part of the 19th-century Linth Correction project (1807–1822), a major effort led by Hans Conrad Escher von der Linth to mitigate flooding on the Linth Plain by stabilizing the lake's water levels and channeling the Linth River directly into the lake before its regulated exit. Geologically, Walensee occupies an overdeepened trough in the northern Alpine foreland, sculpted primarily during the (approximately 26,500–19,000 years ago) by the erosive action of the Rhine-Linth , a branch of the larger system. This glacial advance, part of the broader Würmian glaciation, eroded the basin along pre-existing tectonic weaknesses associated with the , where the collision of the African and Eurasian plates formed the surrounding mountain ranges over millions of years. Post-glacial retreat around 11,500 calibrated years led to the formation of the modern lake as meltwater filled the trough, with initial connections to adjacent paleolakes like that of modern . The basin's sediments consist largely of glaciolacustrine deposits, including fine silts and clays from glacial flour, underlying the lake's floor. Walensee's water quality remains oligotrophic, with low levels supporting high clarity and a characteristic clear turquoise- hue due to light scattering in its deep, pristine waters, as indicated by Forel-Ule color scale measurements typically in the range. As one of Switzerland's few unregulated large lakes, it experiences natural seasonal water level fluctuations of about 1 meter, with higher levels in winter from increased precipitation and lower levels in summer due to and reduced inflow. A unique feature is Schnittlauchinsel, the lake's only , located at the eastern end near Quarten; this small , rising just 1 meter above the water surface, consists of glacial sediments from the Rhine-Linth system, providing a rare emergent amid the otherwise submerged glacial basin.

History

Prehistoric and Ancient Periods

A deer bone dating to the Neolithic period (approximately 3335–3022 BCE, radiocarbon analysis ETH-49376, 4460 ± 28 BP) was discovered at Schwarzgraben near Niederurnen during archaeological monitoring of the Linth Canal. This find was recovered from Linth gravel, consistent with deposition during a catastrophic flood event. During the Bronze and Iron Ages (ca. 2000–500 BCE), the Walensee area formed part of the territory inhabited by Celtic tribes, particularly the Helvetii, who occupied the Swiss Plateau from the Jura Mountains to the Alps starting around 500 BCE. The lake served as a natural barrier amid mountainous terrain, influencing settlement patterns and facilitating trade routes that connected northern Europe to the Mediterranean via Alpine passes. Archaeological evidence from regional sites indicates an economy centered on fishing, foraging, and early agriculture, with the lake's resources playing a key role in sustaining these communities. In the Roman era, following the military campaigns of Drusus and in 15 BCE that annexed , the Walensee region saw the construction of watchtowers to secure frontiers and control passes. Notable examples include the Stralegg tower on the northern shore near Amden, a square stone structure (10.38 x 10.40 m) built in the late 1st century BCE using mortar with Verrucano sand, preserved to a height of 5.80 m and featuring beam holes for an upper floor. Similar installations at Filzbach and other sites along the western end of the lake formed a defensive line, with the likely used for transport and logistics within . Excavations have yielded Roman artifacts such as shards (e.g., a grinding bowl fragment from Maagmündung near Schänis) and tools like a late Roman belt buckle and double-headed axe, underscoring a continued reliance on lake-shore economies involving and local resource exploitation through the 4th century CE.

Medieval to Modern Developments

During the medieval period from the 5th to 15th centuries, the region surrounding Walensee saw the establishment of influential monasteries that shaped local feudal structures and resource management. The Abbey of St. Gallen, founded in the , exerted significant control over lands in the canton, including areas around the lake, where feudal lords regulated access to fishing rights and timber harvesting to support monastic economies and local sustenance. The place names of nearby villages such as Terzen (third), Quarten (fourth), and Quinten (fifth) likely originate from the early medieval numbering of estates under the administration of the Bishopric of Chur, rather than from Roman military towers as sometimes popularly believed. In 1256, Weesen Abbey was founded as Switzerland's oldest Dominican convent for nuns, located directly on the shores of Walensee, fostering spiritual and communal development while integrating lake resources into monastic life. In the early modern era spanning the 16th to 18th centuries, the Walensee area was integrated into the following the inclusion of in 1352 and St. Gallen in 1454. Feudal tensions persisted, with local lords regulating lake fisheries and forests. By the late , initial drainage efforts targeted the Linth River, which feeds into Walensee; in 1783, engineer Andreas Lanz proposed diverting the river directly into the lake to mitigate flooding in the Glarus lowlands, though full implementation awaited later initiatives. The marked a transformative phase with the Linth Correction project (1807–1822), spearheaded by Hans Conrad Escher von der Linth, who engineered a canal system diverting the Linth River into before channeling outflows to . This intervention, Switzerland's first major federal engineering endeavor funded by public and private sources, reduced chronic flooding that had previously caused outbreaks and agricultural losses, reclaiming while stabilizing lake levels for downstream navigation and farming. In the 20th and 21st centuries, post-World War II developments emphasized economic diversification around Walensee, with limited industrialization in nearby focusing on textiles and machinery, though the lake's steep shores constrained . surged from the mid-20th century, driven by enhanced accessibility via railways and roads, promoting activities like on the lake's 24-kilometer length and in the surrounding Churfirsten mountains, supported by organizations such as Heidiland Tourismus. In the 2020s, climate adaptation measures have addressed fluctuating water levels in the unregulated Walensee, where summer lows have decreased due to reduced precipitation and warmer temperatures; the Federal Office for the Environment monitors levels and issues flood warnings, integrating data into national strategies to mitigate impacts on and recreation.

Settlements and Infrastructure

Key Settlements

The primary human habitations around Walensee are concentrated along its northern and eastern shores, primarily within the cantons of St. Gallen and . Walenstadt, the largest town bordering the lake, functions as a key administrative center in the Sarganserland district of St. Gallen, with a population of 5,926 as of 2024. Weesen, located at the lake's western end, serves as a gateway settlement with a historic bridge spanning the Linth River outlet, and has a population of 1,898 residents as of 2024. Quinten, a small car-free hamlet on the northern shore within the municipality of Quarten, is accessible only by boat or footpath and supports 44 year-round inhabitants as of 2024. Smaller splash lakeside settlements include Quarten, the municipal seat with a total population of 3,105 in 2024, encompassing several villages along the shore. Murg, a quaint village in Quarten municipality situated directly on the lake's edge, contributes to the area's dispersed rural character, while Mühlehorn, on the southern shore in Glarus Nord, had 435 residents as of 2021. Local economies in these settlements revolve around traditional activities such as for , whitefish, and pike in the lake's clear waters, alongside small-scale focused on splash lakeside farming. supplements these livelihoods, drawing visitors to the scenic waterfronts and supporting seasonal employment. Demographic trends in Walensee's key settlements indicate stable populations with modest growth, averaging 0.96% annually in Quarten from 2020 to 2024, partly driven by tourism-related influxes. The cultural fabric features a mix of speakers, reflecting the broader linguistic profile of eastern Switzerland's German-speaking regions. Unique features distinguish these communities: Quinten is renowned for its terraced vineyards thriving in the lake's mild , which also supports exotic crops like figs and kiwis, sustaining as a core economic element. Weesen historically operated as a vital and point under Habsburg control after 1283, facilitating across the lake and surrounding Alpine passes.

Transportation Networks

The primary road access to Walensee is provided by the A3 motorway, which runs along the southern shore, connecting to and facilitating efficient travel parallel to the lake's length. This major artery includes tunnels such as the Kerenzerberg Tunnel to navigate the terrain, offering quick access to exits like Murg and Walenstadt for lakefront areas. Along the northern shore, narrower cantonal roads, including sections of Route 416, wind through steeper cliffs and provide more scenic but winding access to settlements like Quinten and Au, often integrated with pedestrian and cycling paths. The national Route 9 bike path follows the southern shore continuously, allowing cyclists to traverse the lake's edge with views of the surrounding , while north-shore biking relies on mixed-use cantonal routes that are less developed due to the rugged landscape. Rail connectivity is served by the Ziegelbrücke–Sargans line, part of the broader Zurich– corridor operated by (SBB), with intermediate stops at key lakeside locations including Weesen, Murg, Unterterzen, Mols, and Walenstadt. These stations enable frequent regional services, such as the S4 and S17 lines, providing hourly connections that hug the southern shore and support commuter and tourist travel around the lake. The line's infrastructure, including tracks cut into the hillside, ensures reliable access despite the challenging topography. Water transport on Walensee is managed by Schiffsbetrieb Walensee, offering scheduled services that link settlements across the lake, including piers at Weesen, Mühlehorn, Quinten, Murg, Unterterzen, Mols, and Walenstadt. The transverse route from Murg to Quinten operates year-round, providing essential crossings to the car-free northern settlements, while the longitudinal route from Weesen via Quinten to Walenstadt runs seasonally from spring to autumn, accommodating higher summer demand with scenic cruises. These services integrate with rail and networks at multiple points, enhancing multimodal access. Additional transport options include the SeeJet gondola lift at Flumserberg, an 8-seater cable car departing from Unterterzen on the southern shore and ascending to Tannenbodenalp at 1,400 meters, primarily for accessing mountain trails and ski areas with panoramic lake views. Complementing this, the Walensee Panorama Path serves as a prominent trail along the northern shore, stretching approximately 13.8 kilometers from Unterterzen-area trailheads through cliffs and forests to viewpoints overlooking the lake and Churfirsten mountains, with sections accessible year-round for pedestrians.

Ecology and Environment

Flora and Fauna

The Walensee, an oligotrophic lake with low levels and well-oxygenated deep waters, supports a diverse aquatic community dominated by native fish species adapted to its cold, profundal habitats. Key species include several endemic forms of Coregonus whitefish (Felchen), such as C. duplex and C. zuerichensis, which thrive in pelagic and benthic zones at depths of 10–35 meters and constitute over 90% of the biomass in these areas due to the lake's -poor conditions. (Perca fluviatilis) are common in shallower littoral zones up to 20 meters, while trout species like (Salmo trutta) and endemic deep-water chars such as Salvelinus umbla and profundal forms ( spp., e.g., Profundal Walen I and II) occupy depths from 0–55 meters, highlighting the lake's role in sustaining specialized, slow-growing salmonids. Overall, the lake hosts 16–20 fish species, all native, with 4–6 endemics reflecting its post-glacial isolation and stable oligotrophic environment. Terrestrial fauna around the Walensee benefits from its alpine setting, with surrounding mountains providing habitat for mammals such as the (Capra ibex), which inhabits steep slopes above the , and (Rupicapra rupicapra), agile herbivores frequenting rocky meadows and forests up to 3,000 meters. Amphibians like the (Ichthyosaura alpestris) are widespread in the region's wetlands and streams, favoring cool, forested areas near the lake for breeding in spring. Birds are particularly notable, with waterbirds utilizing shoreline and island habitats; examples include (Alcedo atthis), which hunt along the lake's edges, and ospreys (Pandion haliaetus), raptors that dive for fish in open waters. Vegetation in the Walensee basin transitions from aquatic to alpine zones, with reed beds () forming dense stands along the shores to stabilize sediments and provide cover for wildlife. Submerged aquatic plants, such as floating pondweed (Potamogeton natans), dominate the lake bottom in shallow areas, supporting oxygen levels and serving as for and fish. In the encircling alpine meadows, characteristic species include edelweiss (Leontopodium nivale), a woolly perennial adapted to rocky, high-altitude soils, and various gentians ( spp.), vibrant blue flowers that bloom in nutrient-poor grasslands during summer. Biodiversity hotspots in the Walensee area include the Schnittlauchinsel, a small offshore island serving as a protected nesting site for numerous waterbirds, where thickets offer undisturbed breeding grounds during the season. The lake's , moderated by its elevation and surrounding peaks, influences seasonal bird migrations, drawing to its sheltered bays for resting and foraging.

Conservation and Environmental Challenges

Walensee and its surrounding landscapes are recognized in the Swiss Federal Inventory of Landscapes and Natural Monuments of National Importance (BLN), which designates key areas for protection to preserve the country's scenic and ecological diversity. The lake's vicinity, including parts of the Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona , falls under bird protection measures aligned with the Birds Directive through Switzerland's participation in the equivalent Emerald Network, safeguarding habitats for migratory and resident avian species. These designations ensure restrictions on development and habitat alteration to maintain . The Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN, or BAFU) conducts ongoing monitoring for Walensee, tracking parameters such as levels, oxygen content, and micropollutants as part of national lake assessments. Since the , nutrient reduction efforts have significantly improved the lake's , with concentrations declining due to advancements. initiatives in the post-19th-century period, following the Linth corrections that altered local hydrology, have focused on stabilizing slopes and restoring riparian vegetation around the lake basin to enhance soil retention and aquatic habitats. Climate change poses significant threats, including projected declines in water levels due to reduced precipitation and increased evaporation; simulations indicate potential summer level drops of up to 0.39 meters by the late 21st century for unregulated lakes like Walensee, with earlier impacts suggesting 10–20% reductions in average levels by 2050 under moderate scenarios. Invasive species, notably zebra and quagga mussels (Dreissena polymorpha and D. bugensis), have established populations in Walensee since the early 21st century, filtering plankton and altering the food web while coating infrastructure and exacerbating water clarity changes. Tourism activities contribute to localized shore erosion through foot traffic on paths and boat wakes disturbing sediments, compounding natural instability in the steep Alpine terrain. As of 2025, transboundary conservation under the Alpine Convention framework involves collaboration with on flood prevention and habitat restoration in the eastern Alpine region encompassing Walensee, emphasizing integrated to mitigate cross-border risks from variability. These efforts include joint monitoring of ecological corridors and adaptive strategies for control, supporting broader resilience in shared Alpine ecosystems.

Cultural and Recreational Aspects

Representation in Arts

Walensee has served as a profound source of inspiration for artists across various mediums, capturing its tranquil waters, dramatic mountain backdrops, and mystical aura. In music, the lake profoundly influenced Romantic composer during his travels through in the 1830s with , where he sketched early versions of pieces reflecting its serene beauty. This culminated in "Au lac de Wallenstadt," the second movement of , Première année: Suisse (S. 160), revised between 1848 and 1854 and published in 1855. The work draws from Lord Byron's , evoking the lake's gentle waves through undulating triplets in the left hand that mimic the sigh of and the of oars, creating a meditative, melancholic atmosphere. The lake's mythic and natural allure also permeates Swiss Romantic literature, where writers evoked its beauty as a symbol of Switzerland's untamed landscapes. Gottfried Keller, a key figure in 19th-century , references Walensee in his Züricher Novellen (1856–1878), particularly in the novella "Ursula," describing historical troop movements along its shores during early 16th-century conflicts related to the , thereby embedding the lake in narratives of Swiss heritage and regional identity. Visual arts have long celebrated Walensee's reflective surfaces and the towering Churfirsten mountains. In the early , Ferdinand Hodler, Switzerland's prominent Symbolist painter, incorporated alpine motifs from Swiss lakes in his landscape series, emphasizing rhythmic parallelism and emotional depth in depictions of mountain reflections on water—elements resonant with the lake's scenic drama. Complementing this tradition, modern exhibits highlight Walensee's ethereal qualities; for instance, Herbert Matter's 1936 poster "Glarnerland – Walensee" captures its minimalist allure and has been featured in collections at galleries like Artifiche, underscoring the lake's enduring visual appeal in . Folklore in the Alemannic region includes broader Swiss traditions of enchanted s, with local legends of water spirits or nixen dwelling in alpine lakes, luring wanderers with enchanting songs or guarding hidden depths. These tales, rooted in , align with accounts of similar beings in nearby bodies of , infusing the lake with a sense of mystery and otherworldliness.

Tourism and Outdoor Activities

Walensee attracts visitors with its fjord-like landscape, offering a range of outdoor pursuits centered on its clear waters and surrounding mountains. Popular activities include hiking along scenic lakeside paths, such as the 13.8 km Walensee Trail starting from Unterterzen, which provides panoramic views of the Churfirsten range. Boating is a favored way to explore the lake, with trips allowing access to remote areas like Quinten and the Seerenbach Falls, while the waters' clarity—reaching up to 24 meters visibility—makes them suitable for diving to view underwater features including wrecks. occurs at designated spots, notably the free-entry lido in Walenstadt equipped with a . Key attractions draw tourists year-round, including viewpoints of the dramatic Churfirsten mountains rising steeply from the northern shore, often accessed via boat or trail for optimal vistas. The car-free village of Quinten, reachable only by foot or boat, features terraced vineyards benefiting from a mild , where visitors can tour the Quintner wine cellar and sample local wines. In winter, when conditions permit, is available on groomed trails in nearby areas like Flumserberg and Amden, with over 7 km of routes overlooking the lake. Tourist infrastructure supports these pursuits through seasonal boat operations by Schiffsbetrieb Walensee, with 2025 timetables including year-round transverse routes from Murg to Quinten and longitudinal services from Weesen to Walenstadt during peak months. Information centers, such as the one in Unterterzen, provide maps and guidance, complemented by the Heidiland Adventure Pass offering discounts on boats and lifts. Tourism plays a vital role in the local economy of surrounding municipalities in St. Gallen and cantons, contributing to employment in and amid Switzerland's broader sector, which accounts for approximately 2.9% of national GDP. Post-COVID recovery has emphasized sustainable practices, including limits on visitor numbers at sensitive sites like Quinten to preserve the environment.

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