Intro

A double bass, a fiddle, a dulcimer and a dance floor – that’s all the people of Appenzell need to be able to celebrate until the early hours. The charming custom of the “Stubete”, a relaxed get-together of folk musicians, is highly popular to this day.

In homes and in public places, in the picturesque town of Appenzell with its ornately decorated wooden houses, and above all up on the alpine pastures. Among the most delightful events are the summer “Alpstobeden” at the Plattenbödeli and Bollenwees mountain inns. Here, in the spectacular setting of the Alpstein massif, musicians, locals and guests gather to play folk tunes, yodel and sing. The lilting music is a treat to dance to; highlight of every Stobede is the “Hierig”, a dance for couples that amusingly depicts the ups and downs of love.