The Lake Spirit of Lake Zurich (The Screaming Elg)
The legend “The Lake Spirit of Lake Zurich (The Screaming Elg)” comes from the canton of Zürich and is linked to the hike K21 ZH Grüningen-Greifensee-Weg Grüningen – Riedikon, Kies.
A ruthless textile merchant from Meilen drives his servants out onto Lake Zurich even during the fiercest storms in order to make profits more quickly. Suddenly, the Elg appears on the lake, a terrifying lake spirit with the face of a drowned man and a scaly serpent body, emitting a bone-chilling scream. The spirit punishes the greedy merchant for his callousness. The legend embodies nature’s revenge against greed and contempt for humanity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the legend “The Lake Spirit of Lake Zurich (The Screaming Elg)” about?
A ruthless textile merchant from Meilen drives his servants out onto Lake Zurich even during the fiercest storms in order to make profits more quickly. Suddenly, the Elg appears on the lake, a terrify…
In which canton does this legend take place?
The legend takes place in the canton of Zürich.
Which hike is this legend linked to?
This legend is linked to the hike “K21 ZH Grüningen-Greifensee-Weg Grüningen – Riedikon, Kies” – you can find all the details on the corresponding route page on SagaTrail.
How can I listen to this legend on the trail?
With the SagaTrail app, you can listen to this and other legends directly on the trail via GPS audio guide.