Thanks to its curious rock formations, the Alpsteinmassiv is considered one of the most attractive mountain ranges of Switzerland.
Tip: A high altitude hiking trail follows the rib furthest south. The trail begins on the Hoher Kasten, (accessible via aerial cable-car from Brülisau) to the Saxerlücke. The views from the 1800-meter Hohen Kasten encompass Lake Constance, the Vorarlberg Alps, the hilly Appenzell region and more. The 360° panorama is simply breathtaking. The views of the Rhine delta. the Kreuzberge Mountain and other sensational vistas like the "Hundstein, famous among climbers, accompany the hiker on the way to Saxerlücke.

It also shows how local rock formations came to exist: 14 signs explain the individual geological phenomenon. The view is spectacular and includes not only snowy mountains but also Alpine lakes, including Lake Fälen. Here, there is a small Alpine lodge which invites hikers to taste its roesti before returning to Brülisau.

How to get there:
Drive or take public transportation from St. Gallen to Brülisau, mountain train to the Hohen-Kasten.