Hike: Alpine Panorama Trail
Appenzell - Toggenburg
First thing you see will be the rolling, green hills of Appenzell. Far behind the massive peaks of Alpstein and Churfirsten tower up proudly. On the first legs the Alpine Panorama Trail lives up to its name. But not only the scenic hikes will enchant you, also the traditional, painted houses in Appenzell and the lively traditions of Appenzell and Toggenburg will quickly cast a spell on you.
Tour character: Normal physical condition and good stamina are needed for these easy hike. The trails are well-maintained and easy to walk.
Tour Program (5 Days / 4 Nights)
Valid: May 2 – October 18, 2020
1st Day: Arrival in Appenzell
2nd Day: Appenzell - Urnäsch
The route from the Innerrhoder main town of Appenzell to Gontenbad (with natural moor bathing pool) is level. From there along the «Barfussweg» (barefoot path) to Jakobsbad and through forest and meadows to Urnäsch (AR).
Details: approx. 3.5 hours, 13 km ↑ 380 m ↓ 315 m
3rd Day: Urnäsch - Schwägalp
Along the small Urnäsch river, across meadows and fields, through dark coniferous forests and past cascading waterfalls up to Schwägalp - bottom station of the aerial cableway to the Säntis with its fantastic summit panorama.
Details: approx. 3.5 hours, 10 km ↑ 565 m ↓ 45 m
4th Day: Schwägalp - Stein / Alt St.Johann
Splendid hike to Lutertannen and over the Risipass vantage point to Stein in Toggenburg. Meadows and Alpine pastures, near-to-nature low-moor marshes and coniferous forests alternate in colourful sequence.
Details: approx. 4 hours, 12 km ↑ 485 m ↓ 990 m
5th Day: Departure or extra nights
Return travel by bus and train from Stein via Nesslau, Wattwil and Wil to Zurich in approx. 1.5 hours.
No minimum number of participants
Prices per Person in CHF
Double 3* | Single 3* | |
May 2 – 15, 2020; Oct 10 – 18, 2020 | 585 | 777 |
May 16 – June 14, 2020; Aug 29 – Oct 9, 2020 | 600 | 792 |
June 15 – Aug 28, 2020 | 620 | 812 |
Supplements per person in CHF
Extra nights in Appenzell | 82 |
Surcharge single room | 44 |
Extra nights in Stein | 88 |
Surcharge single room | 44 |
Our Price Includes
- 4 nights including breakfast at 3* hotels and 4* hotel in Schwägalp
- Daily Luggage transfer (one piece of luggage per person, 20 kg)
- Carefully elaborated route
- Detailed route instructions
- GPS data available
- Service Hotline
Not included
Transfers with trains and buses, tourist tax
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Rates
Alpine Panorama Trail
May until October
Starting at
Double: CHF 585
Single: CHF 777