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Hikes in Pfäfers

Canton of St. Gallen,Switzerland

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Discover the variety of hikes in Pfäfers and the surrounding area! From easy walks to challenging tours, you'll find something to suit every taste.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Pfäfers

View from Pizol
Hiking Trail · Sardona Tectonic Arena (UNESCO)
From Calfeisen valley to the Pizol summit
recommended route Difficulty T4 difficult
1
11.7 km
6:25 h
1,554 m
632 m
Alpine hike from Tersol to the Pizol summit, over Wildseeluggen to the Pizol hut – with magnificent views and the turquoise Wildsee as the highlight.
View of the Vättnerberg hike to Muntaluna
Hiking Trail · Heidiland
Hike from Vättnerberg to Muntaluna
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
11.7 km
4:00 h
831 m
831 m
The hike leads us from the mountain station of the Vättnerberg cable car past the Rindersäss to the Muntaluna summit. We are rewarded with a phenomenal view.
Hiking Trail · Heidiland
Hike Haldensteiner and Taminser Calanda
recommended route Difficulty difficult
No ratings (yet)
25.8 km
10:49 h
2,296 m
2,171 m
Beautiful 2-day hike above Chur (CH)
Trail to the Pizol Summit
Hiking Trail · Heidiland
Summit route combination Pizol + Hochwart at the Pizol
recommended route Difficulty moderate
11 km
4:30 h
791 m
791 m
Combination possibility of the summit quartet at the Pizol. Experience the Pizol summit and the Hochwart in one day.
View from the Pizol summit to the Wildsee
Hiking Trail · Heidiland
Summit quartet at Pizol
recommended route Difficulty difficult
18.6 km
7:30 h
1,107 m
1,457 m
Climb 4 summits of the Pizol area - Pizol, Hochwart, Gamidauerspitz & Garmil - and let yourself be enchanted by varied views on this challenging hike.
Gigerwald reservoir in the Calfeisen valley
Hiking Trail · Sardona Tectonic Arena (UNESCO)
Hut route Sardona Hut SAC
recommended route Difficulty moderate
26.2 km
9:25 h
1,561 m
1,436 m
The two-day hut route shines with two highlights: It passes the former Walser settlement St. Martin and the Sardona Hut just below the Sardona Glacier.
Sardona hut.
Hiking Trail · Heidiland
From the Gigerwald Reservoir via the Sardona Hut to Elm
Premium content Difficulty difficult
31.8 km
12:00 h
1,879 m
2,239 m
This two-day pass hike leads from the Gigerwald dam in the canton of St. Gallen over the Sardona Hut as well as over the Heubützli Pass and Foopass across to Elm in the canton of Glarus.
Tamina Gorge.
Hiking Trail · Heidiland
From Bad Ragaz into the Tamina Gorge
Premium content Difficulty T2 moderate
10.9 km
3:00 h
265 m
262 m
The Tamina Gorge is a popular excursion destination. This pleasant hike leads from Bad Ragaz train station through the village and into the gorge and finally to the spring grotto.
Tamina Gorge.
Hiking Trail · Heidiland
Tamina Gorge Circular Hike
Premium content Difficulty T2 moderate
4
13.4 km
4:15 h
475 m
475 m
The Tamina Gorge is one of the top excursion destinations in the Heidiland holiday region. This circular route includes the walk through the gorge, and when descending from Pfäfers you can admire the Wartenstein castle ruins.
Walk through the Tamina Gorge
Hiking Trail · Heidiland
Valens - Tamina Gorge
recommended route Difficulty easy
4.5
3.5 km
1:27 h
307 m
307 m
 Magical atmosphere between steep rock walls.
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Welcome to Pfäfers, a beautiful place that is perfect for hiking enthusiasts. There are numerous hiking options here for all levels of difficulty and interests.

Hiking in Pfäfers

You can go on wonderful hikes in Pfäfers itself. Start your tour at the Klosterhof, for example, and explore the surrounding nature from there. Follow the well-marked paths through idyllic landscapes and enjoy the fresh mountain air.

A popular route takes you to the impressive Tamina Canyon, where you can enjoy spectacular views of the gorge. Be enchanted by the beauty of this natural landscape!

Hiking trails in the vicinity of Pfäfers

In addition to the hikes directly in Pfäfers, there are also many beautiful trails in the surrounding area that are ideal for a hiking tour.

Take a trip to the nearby Pizol summit and climb this impressive mountain. The view from the top will reward you - an unforgettable experience!

Special sights along the hiking routes


Huts:

For beginners:

During your hike, you will repeatedly discover cozy huts where you can take a break. Enjoy local specialties such as cheese slices or homemade cakes and recharge your batteries for the rest of the way.


For advanced bikers:

On slightly more challenging routes, you will also come across mountain huts that are perfect as a stopover. Relax with a cup of hot tea or try regional dishes - a culinary highlight in the middle of nature!

Summary

With its varied landscapes, Pfäfers offers ideal conditions for exciting hiking tours of all kinds. From relaxed walks to challenging summit tours - every outdoor enthusiast will get their money's worth here. So start planning your next trip to Pfäfers and experience unforgettable moments hiking through this magical region! We look forward to welcoming you here soon."

Reviews

  • September 07, 2026
    Wander Verliebt
    August 07, 2026
    Eine solide Runde, von der uns natürlich die enge Taminaschlucht am besten gefallen hat. Aber auch die Ruine Wartenstein gegen Ende hat uns wirklich sehr positiv überrascht. :-)
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    Video: Wander Verliebt, WanderVerliebt
    Written September 07, 2026
  • August 09, 2026
    Urte
    Wunderschöne Wanderung im Pizolgebiet - auf dem Bettlerweg waren wir ganz alleine in absoluter Stille. Einfach traumhaft und erholsam. Nach dem Anstieg zur Pizolhütte ging es dann fast ebenso einsam wieder bergab, nur vereinzelt trafen wir weitere Wanderer. Nach dem fast überfüllten "Höhepunkt" des Weges genossen wir auch hier die Stille und tolle Landschaft, die sich immer wieder veränderte und teilweise an die "Lüneburger Heide " in Norddeutschland erinnerte, wenn man vom Gefälle absieht und die Steine durch Sand ersetzt.
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    Bettlerweg
    Photo: Urte, Community
    Steinbrücke auf der 2-Seen-Wanderung
    Photo: Urte, Community
    Photo: Urte, Community
    Written August 09, 2026
  • August 02, 2026
    Michael Seidel 
    August 02, 2026
    Sehr schöne Tour. Wir haben mit 2 kurzen Pausen 4h 15 Minuten gebraucht. Am Ende des Bettlerwegs zog sich der Anstieg etwas. Die schöne Aussicht war Lohn für die Mühen. Dann entspannt auf dem 2 Seen Weg retour. Hier war die Landschaft am Ende skandinavisch mit Erika und Rauschbeeren. Eine rundum gelungene Tour im schönen Sarganserland!
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    Variety of paths Solitude Scenic
    Written August 02, 2026
  • July 26, 2026
    Susanne Ziebart
    July 22, 2026
    Hi, wir fanden die Wanderung sehr schön und durch die Schlucht, auch mal etwas anderes. Bis zur Schlucht kommt man bestimmt mit Kinderwagen, aber danach wohl eher nicht mehr. Wir haben noch einen kleinen Abstecher zu einer Burgruine gemacht, der Ausblick von dort war sehr schön und ist zu empfehlen. Gruß Susanne
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    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Photo: Susanne Ziebart, Community
    Scenic
    Written July 26, 2026
  • July 24, 2026
    Maria Wolff
    July 24, 2026
    Schöne Tour zur Taminaschlucht, die aber die 300 Höhenmeter auf recht kurzer Strecke durchläuft. Gerade der Rückweg hoch ist dann doch recht anstrengend. Die Taminaschlucht ist natürlich echt toll.
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    Photo: Maria Wolff, Community
    Photo: Maria Wolff, Community
    Photo: Maria Wolff, Community
    Photo: Maria Wolff, Community
    Photo: Maria Wolff, Community
    Photo: Maria Wolff, Community
    Photo: Maria Wolff, Community
    Variety of paths Busy trails
    Written July 24, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Valens - Tamina Gorge
  • May 02, 2026
    daniel 1.8 
    Die Taminaschlucht ist immer wieder faszinierend.
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    Photo: daniel 1.8, Community
    Written May 02, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Valens - Tamina Gorge
  • June 12, 2025
    Kai Koppe 
    Schöne Mini-Tour, die nicht viel Zeit erfordert. Hat man erst mal den Stockboden erreicht,ist man im Nu am Ziel.
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    Photo: Kai Koppe, Community
    Photo: Kai Koppe, Community
    Photo: Kai Koppe, Community
    Written June 12, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    zur dicksten Tanne
  • April 13, 2025
    Gabi 
    Very easy route. Don’t miss the castle ruin and small chapel. You can buy wine at the local vineyard. After worth a visit at Tarmina spa.
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    Photo: Gabi, Community
    Written April 13, 2025
  • August 24, 2024
    Ursula Dietenmeier
    August 23, 2024
    Schöne Rundtour, die Taormina-Schlucht hoch geht es auf einem breiten leicht steigendem Weg, letztes Stück der Schlucht kostet 5 Franken Eintritt, lohnt sich auf jeden Fall, ein Stück zurück (wieder am alten Bad Pfäfers) geht die Wanderung dann richtig los, Pfad steinig, über eine kleine Holzbrücke über viele Treppen hoch auf 913Höhenmeter, oben tolle Aussicht, danach folgt der Weg der Straße nach Pfäfers, dort am Postplatz eingekehrt, nach einem leckeren Wurst/Käsesalat weiter zum Aussichtspunkt Tabor, runter zur Burgruine Wartenstein, dort im "Hotelgarten" die Christus-Statue bewundert und Fotografiert, Abstieg bis Bad Ragaz oberhalb der Therme, anstrengen für mich aber es hat sich gelohnt
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    Written August 24, 2024
  • August 20, 2024
    Marko Peters
    August 09, 2024
    eine wuuuunderschöne Tour. Nur nicht geeignet für menschen mit Höhenangst. gute Ausrüstung (Schuhe, gegebenenfals Jacke und genügent Trinken)erforderlich. nicht geeignet für Einsteiger oder Gelegenheitsläufer.
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    Photo: Marko Peters, Community
    Photo: Marko Peters, Community
    Photo: Marko Peters, Community
    Written August 20, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    Drachenloch
  • August 01, 2023
    Lutz kunzelmann 
    July 31, 2023
    Sehr schöne Tour. In Bad Ragaz kann man auf den Parkplätzen nur mit Karte bezahlen.
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    Photo: Lutz kunzelmann, Community
    Photo: Lutz kunzelmann, Community
    Photo: Lutz kunzelmann, Community
    Photo: Lutz kunzelmann, Community
    Photo: Lutz kunzelmann, Community
    Photo: Lutz kunzelmann, Community
    Photo: Lutz kunzelmann, Community
    Written August 01, 2023
  • June 25, 2023
    Patrick Müller 
    Sehr schöne, abwechslungsreiche Tour. Leider mehrheitlich auf Teerbelag.
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    Photo: Patrick Müller, Outdooractive Editors
    Photo: Patrick Müller, Outdooractive Editors
    Written June 25, 2023

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