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The scenic Appenzell route leads from Heiden through the hilly Appenzell landscapes to the Gallus town of St. Gallen – passing known and lesser known points of interest on the way.

Description

Discover the diversity of Appenzellerland by bicycle or electrobike – including sweeping views over Lake Constance from Heiden! From the first vantage point, take in the vistas of the St. Galler Rheintal and Alpstein. Roaming over hills and dales, the tour reveals all the various facets of this lovely region situated between Lake Constance and Säntis.

There is also a great deal to discover on the route in addition to the magnificent panorama and exceptional scenic attractions. At the Pestalozzi childrens' village in Trogen, gain an insight into the life experienced by more than 220,000 kids and teenagers from all over the world that are supported each year by the Pestalozzi Foundation. In Stein, see how the famous Appenzeller cheese is made. Talking of cheese: numerous restaurants along the way will delight in boosting your energy levels with tasty regional specialities.

At the end of the tour, the 99 meter-high «Ganggelibrugg»- and thus Europe's highest foot-bridge - lies at the threshold to St. Gallen. And on arriving in this Gallus town a stroll through the Old Town with its famous cloister district is well worth the time.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Type
Performance
Start location
A majestically located spa resort - Heiden
Destination
St.Gallen
Elevation level
Flatland
Ascent
840 m
Descent
950 m
Distance
39 km
Distance on tarred ways
39 km
Physical requirements
Medium
Theme
With panoramic view
Category
Active
Signalization
Signalisation in both directions

Map

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Contact

Rent a Bike AG
Steinmatt 1
6130  Willisau

Phone  +41 (0)41 925 11 70
info@rentabike.ch
rentabike.ch

Quick Facts

Route number

No. 998

Distance

39 km

Ascent

840 m

Travel information: A majestically located spa resort - Heiden

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