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Enjoy this route through the unspoilt Appenzell landscape with captivating views over the Bodensee (Lake Constance), as far as Vorarlberg and into Allgäu. Information panels along the route hold interesting facts about local medicinal plants.

Description

The route begins in Kaien and passes through the rolling, lush green hills of the Appenzell borderland. It offers fascinating far-reaching views over a picturesque landscape. You soon discover the impressive Bodensee, framed by the magnificent Alps in the background. The variety of plants and herbs growing here are used for natural remedies.

The atmosphere is peaceful and you can literally immerse yourself in an untouched natural world. Flower-filled meadows line the route. The hills are dotted with small settlements and individual farms that enhance and round off the idyllic scene. Once again you enjoy extensive views of the enchanting region, the sparkling lake and the captivating mountain panorama.

The dreamlike idyll accompanies you to the end. As you reach the small village of St. Anton, that tingling feeling of a wonderfully restorative natural experience remains.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Kaien AR
Destination
St. Anton
Direction
One way
Ascent
200 m
Descent
60 m
Distance
4 km
Duration
1 h 5 min
Duration back
55 min
Technical requirements
Difficult
Physical requirements
Easy
Theme
With panoramic view
Signalization
Signalisation in both directions
More information https://www.schweizmobil.ch/en/wanderland/route986...

Map

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Contact

Procap Reisen & Sport
Frohburgstrasse 4
4600  Olten

Phone  +41 (0)62 206 88 30
tourismus@procap.ch
procap.ch

Quick Facts

Route number

No. 986

Distance

4 km

Duration

1 h 5 min

Ascent

200 m

Travel information: Rehetobel

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