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Notable lake · Bezirk Dielsdorf, Zurich

Oberer Katzensee

Oberer Katzensee is a lake in Bezirk Dielsdorf, Zurich.

Oberer Katzensee: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Oberer Katzensee

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Oberer Katzensee — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 47.43374, 8.49733. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Oberer Katzensee full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Oberer Katzensee yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Oberer Katzensee?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Oberer Katzensee?

    Nearby: Kirche Höngg (church, 4 km), Gustav-Ammann-Park (park, 5 km), Werdinsel (river spot, 5 km), Irchelpark (park, 7 km), Irchelpark (park, 7 km), MoneyMuseum (museum, 8 km).

    Is Oberer Katzensee worth visiting?

    Oberer Katzensee is listed as a notable lake in Zurich on Spotwander.