Holiday destinations in Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein

The village of Hemberg is the last locality at the top of the Necker Valley. It consists of an upper and lower village, with both parts boasting their own church.

The city of Bischofszell lies on a terrace presiding over the confluence of the Sitter and Thur Rivers. The city won the Wakker Prize in 1987. Walks and extensive hiking tours that start in Bischofszell let visitors explore and enjoy the scenic riverine landscape.

In the Weisstannental you will find untouched nature. The quiet mountain valley in the canton of St. Gallen invites you to discover clear streams, impressive waterfalls and numerous hiking trails.

From spring through to autumn, the sports runs and tracks make accessible a wonderful walking area, with walking trails and hikes the extend right up to an Alpine altitude. The pistes are groomed and a small, family-friendly skiing area becomes available once the first winter snowfalls have settled.

From its majestic setting high above Lake Constance, the village of Heiden commands magnificent views. It was once known throughout Europe for its whey cures. Architecture aficionados will delight in the uniformity of the “Biedermeier” neoclassical buildings in the village core.

Braunwald in the Glarus Alps: At this car-free holiday resort, you can relax and slow down with a horse-drawn carriage ride or a hike to the Oberblegisee lake with views of the Tödi and Ortstock mountains. Action and family experiences can be found on the via ferratas or with Bartli the dwarf in the magical forest.

Glarus offers you a mix of tradition and innovation. Here the oldest Landsgemeindeplatz, there historic industrial site. And all this in the middle of the Glarus mountains. The industrial path from Elm to Ziegelbrücke and excursions to Lake Walen or Lake Klöntal will inspire you.

Werdenberg is the oldest timber-frame settlement in Switzerland and is best known for its castle of the same name, which sits majestically on the hill above the town. The small Lake Werdenberg lends further charm to the place.

The historic town of Arbon is located right on the southern shores of Lake Constance between Constance and Bregenz and is just ten km away from St. Gallen. A castle in the medieval city centre, green spaces and a three kilometre long lakeside path invite walkers, cyclists and inline skaters to take a stroll.

Horgen has been a traffic hub on the north/south axis since the year 1230. This long period of time has left its historical and economic imprint on our town. Today this important district town is a popular location for living and working. At the same time it is the regional recreation and excursion destination.

An important harbour town on Lake Constance. A paradise for cyclists and skaters.

The diverse vacation region between Lake Walen and Sarganser Land in Eastern Switzerland gets its name from Johanna Spyri’s world famous Heidi story. Well-known destinations include the skiing and hiking regions of Flumserberg and Pizol as well as the thermal, wellness and golf oasis of Bad Ragaz.

Vaduz is the capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein and lies right on the Swiss border. Stroll through the centre and visit museums showcasing modern and contemporary art. A footpath leads up to the royal family's castle, with views across the Rhine Valley.

Bad Ragaz in eastern Switzerland is known for the body-warm thermal water from the Tamina spring. The traditional spa town attracts visitors with the relaxing Tamina Therme, the impressive Tamina Gorge and excursion destinations such as the Pizol and the Heidi Village.

Unterwasser is a holiday resort in Eastern Switzerland. The mountain railway takes you up to Chäserrugg, a 2,262-metre peak in the Churfirsten range. At the top, dine in the summit building designed by Herzog & de Meuron and enjoy views of Lake Walen. In summer, explore the Sound Trail; in winter, head for the ski slopes.

Ziegelbrücke, a transport hub at the edge of the Linthebene plane in eastern Switzerland, is dominated by the Spinnerei Jenny spinning mill buildings on the Glarus side of the Linthkanal and by the rail facilities on the St. Gallen side. The village is also well-known as a rail interchange point.

The impressive winegrowing village of Hallau, with its beautifully maintained appearance, is nestled among the extensive vineyards of Klettgau, which the locals often refer to as “Weinfass und Kornkammer” (“Wine cask and granary").

Flumserberg lies high above the southern shore of the Walensee facing the magnificent and geologically fascinating Churfirsten chain. This family-friendly resort is surrounded by varied walking country and offers many attractions for children. In winter, Flumserberg is the biggest winter sports’ region in eastern Switzerland.

The hilly landscape of the Appenzellerland stretches from Lake Constance up to the Säntis. You can explore its pretty hamlets and villages along the countless footpaths and experience its traditions and customs right in front of you.

Wil: Culture Live, Great Shopping, Successful Meetings. The city of Wil, founded in 1200 by the Count of Toggenburg, today is the economic hub of the region Toggenburg/ Fürstenland.

The small medieval town of Diessenhofen lies in Thurgau right on the Rhine, which forms the border with Germany here. From the opposite riverbank, the town has a striking silhouette, with its high church tower and Unterhof Castle.

Amden and Weesen, where the mountain meets the lake to create an idyllic holiday resort. Here it's a matter of arriving and taking a deep breath.

Nestled between the mighty Säntis massif and the seven Churfirsten peaks, the resorts of Alt St. Johann, Unterwasser and Wildhaus are among the highest-lying municipalities in Toggenburg. Eastern Switzerland's largest winter sports area is just one hour from the airport and Zurich.

The family-friendly Braunwald, Elm and Martinsloch, the picturesque Klöntal Lake (Klöntalersee): In Glarnerland there is much to be discovered. This beautiful (and fairly unknown) part of the world can be reached in less than an hour from Zürich.

The Werdenberg region is situated in the St. Gallen Rhine Valley on Switzerland’s eastern border. It encompasses the administrative communes of Sennwald (Frümsen, Haag, Salez, Sax and Sennwald), Gams, Grabs, Buchs, Sevelen and Wartau (Azmoos, Trübbach, Weite, Oberschan and Malans) and borders on the Principality of Liechtenstein, Heidiland, Toggenburg and the St. Gallen Rhine Valley.

Although the pretty village of Büsingen is part of the Federal Republic of Germany, it sits like an island surrounded by the canton of Schaffhausen. Many special circumstances govern the community’s life. The Exclave Trail offers insights into this unusual case.

In Thurgau on Lake Constance, cycle along flat lakeside paths and stop for a swim along the way. In spring, the apple trees blossom, and families can explore the Apple Trail in Altnau. Ittingen Charterhouse and the Napoleon Museum at Arenenberg Castle offer a glimpse into the region's history.

The four communities of Altnau, Münsterlingen, Langrickenbach and Güttingen belong to the family-friendly destination "Sonnenecke Bodensee Thurgau" (“Sun Corner Lake Constance Thurgau”). The region offers perfect conditions for families to enjoy themselves and feel at ease.

Schaffhausen will inspire you with its charm. Walk through the historic old town, visit the Munot Fortress and marvel at the nearby Rhine Falls. Nestled in a wine region, this picturesque city brings you closer to Swiss traditions and indulgence.

Frauenfeld, the capital of Canton Thurgau, is a lively small town. A striking eye-catcher is the castle in the charming old town. The wonderful surroundings are ideal for excursions, hiking and bicycle tours.

Nestled between the mighty Säntis massif and the seven Churfirsten peaks, the resorts of Alt St. Johann, Unterwasser and Wildhaus are among the highest-lying municipalities in Toggenburg. Eastern Switzerland's largest winter sports area is just one hour from the airport and Zurich.

In terms of area, Gottlieben ranks among Switzerland's smallest communes. But with its pretty half-timbered buildings overlooking the Rhine, its splendid "Drachenburg" inn and its neo-Gothic castle, the picturesque village has plenty to offer. Gottlieben’s favourable location once made it an important trading place.

The winegrowing village and former marketplace of Malans is located in the Bündner Herrschaft area, the only continuous winegrowing region in the canton of Graubünden.