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Overview of Glarus Region (Glarus)
Glarus Region (Glarus) is located in the Glarus region of Switzerland, with its prefectural capital at Glarus Nord. Key sights and travel highlights across the prefecture include Historic Altstadt / Old Town, Panoramic mountain & lake views, Marked SwitzerlandMobility hiking trails, Local heritage museum.
How to get to Glarus Region
Connected via hourly SBB CFF FFS rail and PostBus services; fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass. Use our SBB CFF FFS & Panoramic Alpine Railways Fare & Route Calculator and Rail Pass Value Helper to compare rail tickets and regional passes.
Signature local food in Glarus
When visiting cities across Glarus, look out for these regional specialties at station restaurants, markets, and local izakaya:
- Cheese fondue
- Raclette
- Rösti
- Bircher muesli
- Swiss artisanal chocolate
Best time to visit Glarus
Best time to visit Glarus: Jun–Sep (summer trails), Dec–Mar (winter sports).
All 3 cities & municipalities in Glarus Region
Click any city below for its individual travel guide, demographics, rail access, food specialties, and nearby stops:
| City (Kanji) | Type / Status | Population | Area | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glarus Nord Glarus Nord (BFS 1630) | Municipality (Gemeinde / Commune) | 18,626 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Glarus Glarus (BFS 1632) | Municipality (Gemeinde / Commune) | 12,511 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Glarus Süd Glarus Süd (BFS 1631) | Municipality (Gemeinde / Commune) | 9,453 | Regional km² | City guide → |