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Amden - Siebnen via the Alpenpanorama Weg
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15.63 mi
+797 ft
-2,359 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Amden (Canton of St. Gallen)
This long, almost flat stage will take you from Amden to Siebnen, crossing three cantons: St. Gallen, Glarus and Schwyz. You will walk along the Walensee and then the Linth Canal. Several small villages follow one after the other before you arrive in Siebnen.
Stein (SG) - Amden via the Alpenpanorama Weg
8.45 mi
+2,687 ft
-2,438 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Stein (Canton de Saint-Gall) (Canton of St. Gallen)
This stage will take you from Stein to Amden. You will walk alongside the Dürrenbach, a torrent with numerous waterfalls, for a long time. At Vordere Höhi, you will enjoy a superb view of the Glarus Alps. You will pass at the foot of the Mattstock as you descend to Amden. As you approach this village, you can also admire the Walensee.
Grappelensee from Unterwasser
6.03 mi
+1,680 ft
-1,683 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Alt St. Johann (Canton of St. Gallen)
A lovely circular route starting from the Unterwasser car park, passing by Grappelensee and descending towards Alt St Johann.
The route follows small tarmac roads before reaching the higher ground. The same applies on the descent. These roads are quiet.
The Schwägalp - Stein (SG) via the Alpenpanorama Weg
7.48 mi
+1,404 ft
-3,087 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Hundwil (Appenzell Ausserrhoden)
This short stage will take you from Schwägalp to Stein. You will cross numerous mountain pastures until you reach Lutertannen. From Risipass, you will continue through meadows and mountain pastures until you reach Stein (Canton of St. Gallen).
Chrüzegg - Rapperswil via the Züri Oberland-Höhenweg
15.06 mi
+1,201 ft
-3,921 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Goldingen (Canton of St. Gallen)
This fourth stage will take you from Chrüzegg to Rapperswil on the shores of Lake Zurich. The trail quickly leads to a ridge line, passing through Tweralspitz. In the distance, you will recognise Chrüzegg. You will then descend gradually towards Rotstein, Schwammegg and Köbelberg, with panoramic views on both sides.
From Rüeterswil, the Züri Oberland-Höhenweg and the Via Jacobi merge. The arrival in Rapperswil is achieved by avoiding roads as much as possible.
Siebnen - Einsiedeln via the Alpenpanorama Weg
13.80 mi
+3,209 ft
-1,686 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Schübelbach (Canton of Schwyz)
This stage will take you from Siebnen to Einsiedeln. After the long climb up the Stöcklichrüz, you will be rewarded with a magnificent view of Lake Zurich and the Sihlsee. At the Etzelpass, you will pass the St. Meinradskapelle chapel and the birthplace of Paracelsus. In Einsiedeln, a major pilgrimage site in Switzerland, don't miss a visit to the monastery.
Tour of the Seealpsee starting from Wasserauen
4.72 mi
+1,496 ft
-1,467 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Schwende (Appenzell Innerrhoden)
Almost all of the elevation gain is in the first two kilometres. Your efforts will be rewarded once you reach the lake. A peaceful and relaxing spot, with views of Santis and Ebenalp among others, which will make you forget the tingling in your thighs.
Appenzell - the Schwägalp via the Alpenpanorama Weg
9.40 mi
+3,323 ft
-1,440 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Appenzell (Appenzell Innerrhoden)
This stage will take you from Appenzell to Schwägalp at the foot of the Säntis. This day is devoted to climbing the Kronberg, a ridge parallel to the Alpstein massif. The Kronberg offers superb views of the Säntis to the south and the plain stretching to Lake Constance in the north. In the evening, you will appreciate the tranquillity of Schwägalp.
Hulftegg - Chrüzegg via the Züri Oberland-Höhenweg
7.04 mi
+2,395 ft
-1,394 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Mosnang (Canton of St. Gallen)
This third stage will take you from the Hulftegg Pass to the isolated inn at Chrüzegg. The start of the route alternates between forest and pastures before taking a ridge trail at Roten. You will follow this ridge between the cantons of St. Gallen and Zurich to the Schnebelhorn, the highest point in the canton of Zurich and also the highest point of the hike. This summit offers a splendid panorama stretching from Lake Constance to Lake Zurich. The scenic route then passes through the Schindelberg, Rossegg, Habrütispitz and Chrüzegg peaks, offering more superb views.
From Pfäffikon to Rapperswil via the Holzbrücke Seedamm-Weg
3.59 mi
+33 ft
-26 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Freienbach (Canton of Schwyz)
This route starts in Pfäffikon (SZ) and leads to Rapperswil (SG) along a wide causeway that divides Lake Zurich into two parts. The first section follows wide gravel paths through a peaceful landscape. Up to Hurden, the path winds through meadows. From Hurden to Rapperswil, you’ll enjoy magnificent views of the lake as you walk along a series of wooden jetties. In Rapperswil, the path passes through a beautiful park leading to the historic town centre. The return journey can be made via the same route or by train (a train runs every half hour between Rapperswil and Pfäffikon).
Einsiedeln – Pfäffikon
7.48 mi
+577 ft
-2,264 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Einsiedeln (Canton of Schwyz)
This hike follows the Via Jacobi (signposted with a No. 4 symbol). Einsiedeln, home to a vast monastery, is a major pilgrimage centre. The route offers views of Lake Sihl. After crossing the Etzel Pass, you’ll catch sight of Lake Zurich as you descend towards Pfäffikon.
Einsiedeln - Unterägeri via the Alpenpanorama Weg
11.77 mi
+2,156 ft
-2,736 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Einsiedeln (Canton of Schwyz)
This stage will take you from Einsideln to Unterägeri. You will enjoy a superb view at the Chatzenstrick pass. You will descend to Unterägeri on the shores of Lake Ägeri via a ridge path.
Speicher - Appenzell via the Alpenpanorama Weg
9.47 mi
+1,745 ft
-2,241 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Appenzell Ausserrhoden
This stage will take you from Speicher to Appenzell via Trogen. At Hohe Buche, you will enjoy a superb view of Lake Constance and the city of St Gallen. Another hill will take you to the summit of the Säntis. A descent through the mountain pastures will lead you to Appenzell, famous for its cheese. A visit to the town is a must.
Holzegg – Einsiedeln
11.78 mi
+1,926 ft
-3,507 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Schwyz (Canton of Schwyz)
This fifth stage will take you from Holzegg to Einsiedeln. This beautiful route passes through wetlands before reaching Halbegg via wooden steps. The hike continues with the steep ascent of the Furggelenstock. An orientation board shows the peaks visible on a clear day: the Pilatus, the Säntis and also Lake Zurich. After a steep descent and a series of ups and downs, you’ll reach Butziflue. As you descend towards Einsiedeln, you’ll look out over Lake Sihl. In the distance, you’ll catch sight of the imposing Einsiedeln Abbey.
Tour of the Grosser Mythen
4.07 mi
+2,254 ft
-2,251 ft
3h 50
Difficult
Departure from Schwyz (Canton of Schwyz)
The circuit around the Grosser Mythen offers a variety of landscapes. The descent towards Mythenbad is very green. The climb up to the pass separating the two Mythen peaks (Zwüschet Mythen) is quite steep but very well maintained. Once you reach Zwüschet Mythen, you’ll be treated to a breathtaking view of the Mythen massif.
The Grosser Mythen from Holzegg
2.22 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,831 ft
2h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Schwyz (Canton of Schwyz)
The Grosser Mythen is the iconic peak of the canton of Schwyz. The ascent, with its numerous hairpin bends, is quite steep all the way to the summit. This route is reserved for experienced hikers; it requires sure-footedness and a good level of fitness. Once at the summit, you’ll enjoy a superb view of the lakes of the Four Cantons, Zug and Ägeri, as well as the Alpine peaks.
Gyrenbad - Hulftegg via the Züri Oberland-Höhenweg
13.05 mi
+2,674 ft
-1,936 ft
8h 20
Difficult
Departure from Turbenthal (Canton of Zürich)
This second stage will take you from Gyrenbad to the Hulftegg Pass. The Schauenberg offers a magnificent view of the Alps. The route to Sitzberg offers more interesting views, particularly of the Bichelsee. From Sitzberg (on the border between the cantons of Zurich and St. Gallen) to Allenwinden, the route follows a small road, which fortunately is not very busy. When you arrive at the Hulftegg Pass, you will enjoy a superb view of the Toggenburg and the Appenzell region.
From Rorschach (Lake Constance) to Lucerne via the Alpenpanorama Weg
112.35 mi
+21,299 ft
-21,188 ft
10 days
Difficult
Departure from Rorschach (Canton of St. Gallen)
This 10-stage Alpine panorama trail takes you from Rorschach on the shores of Lake Constance to Lucerne. The trail crosses numerous mountain pastures and offers a few small peaks with beautiful views of the Alps and lakes. You will visit Appenzell, world-famous for its cheese. You will enjoy the Säntis, the highest point of the Alpstein massif. You will meet many pilgrims in Einsiedeln. You will enjoy walks along the lakes of Zug and Lucerne.
Rorschach - Speicher via the Alpenpanorama Weg
10.70 mi
+3,360 ft
-1,640 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Rorschach (Canton of St. Gallen)
This stage will take you from Rorschach to Speicher. After a beautiful walk along the shores of Lake Constance, you will climb up to the village of Heiden. At Kaienspitz, the highest point of the stage, you will be rewarded with a beautiful view of Lake Constance and the Alps.
From Winterthur to Rapperswil via the Züri Oberland-Höhenweg
46.71 mi
+8,235 ft
-8,287 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Winterthur (Canton of Zürich)
Four-day tour through the cantons of Zurich and St. Gallen.
This route offers views of Lake Zurich and the peaks of the Bernese Alps, the Glärnisch massif and the Alpstein, including the Säntis
Winterthur, the starting point, and Rapperswil, the finish, both have remarkable historic centres.
Winterthur - Gyrenbad via the Züri Oberland-Höhenweg
11.51 mi
+1,955 ft
-1,033 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Winterthur (Canton of Zürich)
For this first stage, starting from Winterthur station, after exploring the old town, you will very quickly find yourself in the countryside. You will cross an animal park. The route is quite varied, following the Töss river and passing through the peaceful village of Kollbrunn. Then, a ridge path will lead you to Gyrenbad, a place of tranquillity and rest.
Loop starting from Silenen, above Amsteg, canton of Uri.
10.64 mi
+3,547 ft
-5,394 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Silenen (Canton of Uri)
This loop can be completed in a day, but it is more comfortable to spend the night in the welcoming Windgällenhütte. A beautiful balcony trail once you have crossed the very steep Bockistock corridor. The steep climb is then rewarded. Swimming is possible in the charming little Golzerensee lake.