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Lindau (Bodensee) walks
From Rorschach (Lake Constance) to Lucerne via the Alpenpanorama Weg
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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.
Lake Constance tour: From Friedrichshafen to Eriskirch lido
4.38 mi
+69 ft
-105 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Friedrichshafen (Regierungsbezirk Tübingen)
This varied hike leads from Friedrichshafen through the idyllic Eriskircher Ried – one of the most important nature reserves on Lake Constance. Two viewing platforms with magnificent views over the unique reed landscape await you. Impressive views of Lake Constance open up again and again before the tour ends in a relaxed manner at the lido in Eriskirch. Ideal for nature lovers, families and anyone looking for a peaceful hike in beautiful surroundings.
The covered bridge at Linguenau
3.96 mi
+561 ft
-551 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Gemeinde Lingenau (Bezirk Bregenz)
This short and easy hike will take you to a picturesque covered bridge. In June, you will be able to walk through lush green meadows. You will also be able to see two covered crosses.
Staufner Berg
3.09 mi
+889 ft
-869 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Oberstaufen (Swabia)
A short circular walk taking in this small peak overlooking Oberstaufen. Despite its modest altitude, the Staufner Berg offers panoramic views of the village and the surrounding area.
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.
From Hochgrat to the Falkenhütte via the ridge, then back to the Hochgratbahn valley station
6.55 mi
+1,020 ft
-3,740 ft
3h 55
Difficult
Departure from Oberstaufen (Swabia)
A lovely hike along a ridge path offering numerous views of the Allgäu peaks.
Above and on the shores of the Goßer Alpsee
9.42 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,253 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Immenstadt im Allgäu (Swabia)
A route that climbs to offer views of the Goßer Alpsee. The return journey follows the Jakobsweg (Way of St James), staying as close as possible to the northern shore.
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.
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.
From the Auenhütte via the Ochsenhofer Scharte to Baad
6.80 mi
+2,241 ft
-2,369 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gemeinde Mittelberg (Bezirk Bregenz)
A lovely walk from the Ifenbahn valley station over to Baad, featuring a challenging climb over the Ochsenhofer Scharte. Unfortunately, it can get a bit crowded on fine days, so it is advisable to set off from the Auenhütte by 9 am at the latest.
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).
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.
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.