The first two meanders will be constructed over a length of approximately 240 metres in the pilot line. The planned measures will be implemented for the first time in this section and their effects observed. The knowledge gained will be incorporated into the further work within the Eichhof area.  
 
Initially, the service lines for Energie 360° AG and Swisscom AG were laid. The new riverbed will then be excavated. Different depths and widths will allow the course of the river to be designed in a natural way. The banks will now be stabilised and structured with materials such as dead wood and stones. Suitable sites for woody plants, tall herbaceous meadows and reedbeds will then be prepared and planted.  
 
During the construction work, the watercourse will initially still flow in the straightened riverbed so that the measures can largely be implemented in dry conditions. Once the pilot line has been completed, the Glatt will be channelled into the newly created channel in a controlled manner and the old course of the river will be filled in.