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From Lake Constance to the Säntis – the Appenzellerland presents itself in a diverse way. Divided into two half-cantons due to different religions, Appenzell Ausserrhoden and Appenzell Innerrhoden, the Appenzellerland extends over about 420 square kilometers. Geographically, the area is divided into four regions: «Vorderland», «Mittelland», «Hinterland» and the «Innere Land», the latter belonging to Appenzell Innerrhoden. Despite different beliefs, the two cantons share one thing; the love of nature and passion for customs and culture, which are still lived and celebrated with heart and soul today.

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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 ...

4.2
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Animal Outdoor Enclosure · Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
Animal adventure farm - llama trekking
Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
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Llama trekking in the Appenzellerland.

Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Urnäsch
Place of Power Urnäsch
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 6.6 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 433 m
Descent 433 m

This circular hike from Urnäsch to the place of power follows the «Appenzellerweg», or the Way of St. James, through wooded areas and offers views ...

5
from Simone Mesmer,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Schwägalp - Potersalp - Säntis
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 9.3 km
Duration 5:05 h
Ascent 1,405 m
Descent 127 m

The strenuous ascent is rewarded with a magnificent view!

4
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Lillyweg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 4.2 km
Duration 1:25 h
Ascent 98 m
Descent 172 m

Easy hike along a child-friendly themed trail

4.5
from Tourist Information,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Säntisgebiet
Up and down with the Säntis as a backdrop
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10.4 km
Duration 4:20 h
Ascent 843 m
Descent 843 m

Although Spitzli and Hoch Petersalp are only modest hills located in front of the Alpstein, the ascent is quite challenging. From Steinflue, ...

4.8
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Hüpfi's big puzzle route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.6 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 395 m
Descent 395 m

A beautiful circular route with exciting puzzles, along which you repeatedly have a breathtaking view of the Säntis.

5
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Circular route to Hundwiler Höhi
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.8 km
Duration 3:06 h
Ascent 528 m
Descent 528 m

The Hundwiler Höhi is a popular hiking destination in Appenzell at any time of the year.

4.8
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Over the hills down into the “hole”
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 8.8 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 516 m
Descent 516 m

The route passes through two villages with a textile past.

4
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
Suspension bridge, hills, and lake view
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 9.9 km
Duration 2:50 h
Ascent 378 m
Descent 378 m

The new suspension bridge in Grub is the attraction on the hike from Heiden up to Rossbüchel and back via Halten and Hartmannsrüti.

5
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Hiking Trail · Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden
Long Rondomweg St. Anton
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 6.7 km
Duration 2:05 h
Ascent 166 m
Descent 167 m

Can easily keep up with its namesake in Austria!

5
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Heiden
Joke trail
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.1 km
Duration 2:10 h
Ascent 164 m
Descent 283 m

Laughing, hiking, and unique views over Lake Constance

5
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Chindlisteiweg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.6 km
Duration 2:20 h
Ascent 254 m
Descent 340 m

From Lake Constance to Säntis – this view awaits you on the unspoiled, mystical circular hiking route in the Appenzell region with special power ...

4
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Over the Hohe Buche
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.3 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 271 m
Descent 348 m

Charmingly hilly route in the heart of Appenzellerland.

5
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
To the Ramsenstock
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.4 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 259 m
Descent 241 m

As a reward for the somewhat steep ascent, a discovery route through the 12th-century Rosenburg awaits you.

4
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Eggen Heights Trail
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.4 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 346 m
Descent 222 m

Relaxed hike from Teufen via the Eggen to Vögelinsegg.

4
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Hiking Trail · Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Leave your mark in the summit book
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 11.4 km
Duration 4:20 h
Ascent 799 m
Descent 809 m

You can expect a wonderful panoramic view of Lake Constance, the Säntis massif, the Glarus Alps, and even the Rigi.

4.7
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
recommended route Difficulty difficult Multi-day route
Distance 28.1 km
Duration 9:50 h
Ascent 1,706 m
Descent 1,706 m

2-day hike through lush meadows in front of an impressive mountain backdrop

No ratings (yet)
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Reward with a view - Hochhamm
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.8 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 537 m
Descent 537 m

Circular route with a place to stop and splendid views of Lake Constance

4.7
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Winter Hiking · Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Over gentle hills with wide views
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.9 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 361 m
Descent 361 m

Hike through the snow-covered landscape over gentle hills and enjoy the view.

4.5
from Jana Bacher,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Winter Hiking · Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Fog in the valley, snow on the mountains
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.8 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 359 m
Descent 359 m

The hike offers wide views over the lovely hilly landscape as well as over the Alpstein.

5
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Winter Hiking · Switzerland
Laternliweg Schwägalp
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 2.2 km
Duration 0:50 h
Ascent 54 m
Descent 116 m

During the Christmas holidays and New Year's festival, the "Laternliweg" is illuminated every evening from 5 pm. 

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from Simone Mesmer,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Meadows, forest paths, and hares
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 471 m
Descent 480 m

Not only hares, but also roe deer or red kites can be observed on this hike!

5
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Heiden circular route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.5 km
Duration 1:50 h
Ascent 112 m
Descent 403 m

Hike with a distant view over Lake Constance and as far as the Säntis.

4.7
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Discover Laura's favorite places
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10.4 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 478 m
Descent 478 m

The goat virus has broken out in Gais! Discover Laura's favorite places.

4.4
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Ridges above the Rotbach valley
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.5 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 469 m
Descent 469 m

The three-hour hike from Bühler guarantees pure expansive views!

5
from Simone Mesmer,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Urnäsch
Appenzeller Alpenweg – 1st stage
recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 1
Distance 15.5 km
Duration 5:20 h
Ascent 1,113 m
Descent 593 m

Hike through lush meadows in front of an impressive mountain backdrop

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Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Art & Antiquities · Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
Hans Reifler’s cooper’s workshop - decorate your own wooden board
Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
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Listen to an introduction to this ancient craft and watch how the traditional beautifully decorated ...

Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Bridge · Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
Grub rope bridge
Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
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This new attraction in the Appenzeller Foreland is 180 metres long.

Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Wellness center · Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
FloatingOase GmbH
Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
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FLOAT in a solution of Epsom salt, with practically all noise and light blocked out.

Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Outdoor Activities Company · Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
TOPAZ - adventure time-travels
Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
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TOPAZ adventure time-travels is your specialist for organising your next event.

Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Playground · Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
Appenzeller Park
Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
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The gigantic, top-quality indoor play area. Guaranteed fun for both younger and older children.

Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Museum · Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
JUST World
Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
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Visit the JUST World – the home of natural well-being

Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Museum · Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
Pestalozzi Children's Foundation
Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
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How did the Pestalozzi Children's Village come into existence after the Second World War and what ...

from Christine Egli,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Appenzeller Alpenweg – 2nd stage
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 2
Distance 12.6 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 603 m
Descent 1,118 m

Hike through lush meadows in front of an impressive mountain backdrop

No ratings (yet)
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
From Speicher to Eggersriet
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10 km
Duration 3:20 h
Ascent 490 m
Descent 597 m

Enjoy nature among blooming fruit trees, colorful flower meadows, beautiful farmhouses, with views of the Vorarlberg Alps, the Alpstein, and Lake ...

4
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
«Rond om Bühler»
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 8.3 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 377 m
Descent 377 m

The themed hiking route leads from Bühler train station via Steig and Weissegg to Hohe Buche, the highest point of the hike.

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from Simone Mesmer,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.2 km
Duration 3:31 h
Ascent 285 m
Descent 238 m

As a European cultural route, the Appenzellerweg Jakobspilger leads in three daily stages from Austria to Switzerland. The route connects the most ...

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from Tourist Information,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Eastern Switzerland/Liechtenstein
No ratings (yet)

Experience the Appenzellerland and the world of cheese in a completely new way.

from Appenzellerland Tourismus AR,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Hohe Buche with wide view
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.6 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 369 m
Descent 369 m

The Hohe Buche entices with a wide view: panoramic view over the hills of the Appenzell region to the Alpstein.

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Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Field, forest, and meadow paths in the border area
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.7 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 432 m
Descent 432 m

The hike involves alternating ascents and descents in the border area between Appenzeller Vorderland and Rheintal. 

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from Tourist Information,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 10.6 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 458 m
Descent 458 m

Freshly snow-covered, the hills of the Appenzell region invite outdoor sporting activities.

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Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Snowshoes · Switzerland
Through untouched deep snow.
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 8.3 km
Duration 3:50 h
Ascent 219 m
Descent 219 m

Hike on the little frequented trails through the untouched deep snow with snowshoes and poles.

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Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 15.7 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 1,157 m
Descent 586 m

From the main town of Appenzell in Innerrhoden, the route ascends to the Alp Wasserschaffen. On the Kronberg ridge – parallel to the Alpstein and ...

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from Tourist Information,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Up to the Gäbris
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.2 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 268 m
Descent 268 m

In winter, the Gäbrisstrasse near Gais transforms into a great sledding path. So, get going, bundle up the little ones warmly, and off you go into ...

5
from Simone Mesmer,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
On the ridge between Urnäsch and Necker
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.2 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 660 m
Descent 660 m

For wide and deep views, it does not always have to be the Alpstein.

4.2
Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 10.2 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 479 m
Descent 479 m

Discover some highlights of the Appenzeller Vorderland on a three-hour hike: suspension bridge, Kaienspitz, and breathtaking views of the lake.

5
from Simone Mesmer,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
recommended route Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 17.8 km
Duration 5:45 h
Ascent 1,143 m
Descent 637 m

The ascent to the climate spa Heiden and to Kaienspitz is rewarded with wide views of Lake Constance and the Alpstein. Over Rehetobel, it goes ...

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from Tourist Information,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
At the foot of Säntis
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 5.4 km
Duration 1:20 h
Ascent 0 m
Descent 381 m

 From the foot of the imposing Säntis massif, steep mountain walls can be seen all around. Nevertheless, a beautiful walk can be done with a ...

5
from Jana Bacher,   Appenzellerland Tourismus AR
Hiking Trail · Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Mountain air and lake air - Heiden
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.5 km
Duration 2:50 h
Ascent 408 m
Descent 405 m

A wonderful hike over hills and valleys with a view of Lake Constance.

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Appenzellerland Tourismus AR

Appenzellerland Tourismus

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Appenzell Ausserrhoden
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