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Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes at Säntis
Hiking Trail
· Appenzell Alps
Shepherd
recommended route
Difficulty
T3
moderate
9.1 km
4:35 h
1,107 m
377 m
A steep mountain hike from Wasserauen via Lake Seealpsee and the Altenalp to the Schäfler (1,925 m), featuring sections secured by steel cables and one of the most beautiful views in the Appenzell Alps, stretching all the way to Lake Constance.
Hiking Trail
· Appenzell Alps
Circular hike around the Seealpsee lake in the Appenzell Alps
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
7.1 km
2:25 h
333 m
333 m
The hike to Seealpsee is one of the most beautiful circular hikes in the Appenzell Alps and takes you to one of the most idyllic mountain lakes in the region.
Hiking Trail
· Toggenburg
Neckertal Heights Trail Stage 2
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 2
17.6 km
6:25 h
1,176 m
658 m
A hike in three stages through the Neckertal. Over alpine pastures, along raised bogs, through forests, and with views of the mountain world. Refreshments are available along the way at mountain inns.
Hiking Trail
· Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
From Unterwasser via the Lisengrat to the Säntis
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Difficulty
difficult
11.7 km
6:00 h
1,579 m
9 m
This long and demanding route to the highest Alpstein summit offers highlights and places to stop, so time and effort are quickly forgotten.
Hiking Trail
· Toggenburg
Hike from Nesslau to Stockberg and back.
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
14.1 km
5:20 h
1,013 m
1,013 m
Well-traveled circular hike into the heart of the Nesslau region in Toggenburg. Those standing at the summit cross can see mountain peaks in a 360-degree view, which in the morning and evening serve as a stage for the glowing red sun.
Hiking Trail
· Toggenburg
Chatzenloch hike with suspension bridge
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
5.9 km
2:00 h
281 m
281 m
Time for a swing ride. This great circular hike in Toggenburg for families is varied and adventurous. A 20-meter-long wooden bridge adds excitement.
Hiking Trail
· Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
From Wasserauen on the Schrennenweg to Meglisalp
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Difficulty
T2
moderate
11.4 km
4:15 h
762 m
762 m
This Alpstein circular hike leads from Wasserauen on the well-known Schrennenweg to Meglisalp and via the Seealpsee back to the starting point.
Hiking Trail
· Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden
Three-Lakes Hike in Alpstein
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Difficulty
T2
difficult
17.7 km
7:45 h
1,215 m
1,172 m
This long but extremely rewarding mountain hike is a must for all fans of mountain lakes.
Hiking Trail
· Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
From Schwägalp to Kronberg
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Difficulty
T1
moderate
5.4 km
2:15 h
432 m
139 m
This easy hike leads from the Schwägalp mountain pass along a section of the Appenzeller Alpine route to the Kronberg.
Hiking Trail
· Schwende-Rüte
Ebenalp - Wildkirchli - Berggasthaus Aescher - Seealpsee - Wasserauen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
12.4 km
7:15 h
724 m
1,451 m
A wonderful day route with stunning views - simply a must in the Alpstein.
Von der Schwägalp auf den Gipfel des Säntis
Hiking Trail
· Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Schwägalp - Tierwis - Säntis
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
4.4 km
Duration
3:10 h
Ascent
1,186 m
Descent
2 m
NOTE: Routes on the Säntis are alpine hikes. You must be sure-footed, well trained, and free from vertigo. Appropriate footwear is also very ...
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