Aquatic sports in Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein

Is Snow White waiting behind the seven mountains? The seven Churfirsten peaks are as magical as a fairytale, and the children of the Toggenburg know what each of them is called. From east to west: Chäserrugg (2,262 m), Hinterrugg (2,306 m), Schibenstoll (2,234 m), Zuestoll (2,235 m), Brisi (2,279 m), Frümsel (2,263 m), Selun (2,205 m). Trails lead to each of them. A particularly popular destination for day trippers is the Chäserrugg, which is easy to reach via two aerial cableways from Unterwasser.

Necki is a legendary character inhabiting the Necker Valley. The Mogelsberger Necki frolics in Wilket; Petri of St. Peterzell swims in the Necker River, but Hemberger Hucky gambols in "Salomon's Tempel," a high moorland. Bobo of Brunnadern has his abode in the ancient Choltobel, and Tibby resides in the ruin of Neutoggenburg near Oberhelfenschwil.

Young and young-at-heart detectives can solve some tricky puzzles on the Detective-Trail in Wildhaus and find a prize awaiting them in a real treasure chest at the end

The Swiss juicing and fermentation museum (Schweizer Mosterei- und Brennereimuseum) is found on Lake Constance in the canton of Thurgau, which is famous for its apples. The museum, spread over more than 1,000 square metres, portrays the journey from the orchard all the way to the bottle, providing an insight into a fruity past.

Perched high above Lake Constance and nestled in large parklands, this elegantly furnished castle was once the residence of the last emperor of France. In what is now the Napoleonic Museum, the original furnishings have been preserved, and the palace gardens have recently been restored.

Idyllic mountain surroundings, a family atmosphere and creative lines - three aspects that have made the Pizol Rider Park a home base for the freestyle community for many years.

With a surface area of 540 square metres (80,000 football pitches), a length of 63 kilometres, a depth of 254 metres and holding 50 billion cubic metres of water, is it any wonder that our neighbours on the other side of the lake like to call it the Swabian Sea? This third-largest lake in Central Europe falls within the borders of three countries: Switzerland, Germany and Austria. Fancy a unique prospect? The panoramic views along the jetty (270 m) are breathtaking.

The secrets of wine can be discovered on this 2.5-km trail between Sargans and Mels.

The old town of St. Gallen offers a mixture of history and modernity. Highlights such as the Abbey District, historic alleyways and small cafés await you.

On Thurgau’s first marble run trail, the "Rugelreise", families can enjoy twelve marble runs in the idyllic Murg Valley. You can take the train from Frauenfeld to the Matzingen weaving mill, or vice versa. The walk leads back to the starting point along a variety of marble runs and the River Murg.

Relaxed hiking, enjoying the views of the authentic Swiss mountain world, experiencing world-class architecture by Herzog & de Meuron and discovering the gastronomy of Toggenburg – all that is possible on the Chäserrugg mountain.

The views from the platform between Appenzell country and the St. Gallen Rhine Valley are striking, as is the ridge towards Kreuzberge. Since 1964, the cable car from Brülisau (bus from Weissbad) has run directly to the summit. A revolving restaurant with a sun terrace also stands on the extended platform as well as a circular trail around the summit which allows spectacular panoramic views over six countries.

Munot has been proudly overlooking the town of Schaffhausen for well over 400 years. The tower contains the quarters of the Munot watchman, who rings the famous Munot bell for five minutes every evening at 9 p.m. – by hand, of course, just like in 1589.

The Hagen viewing platform by Merishausen in canton Schaffhausen offers sweeping from the Black Forest as far as the Alps.

There are two days in the spring and the summer in Elm when sunrise is especially eagerly anticipated. Or to be precise, the spectacle takes place shortly before sunrise. For it is then that the sun shines through the Martin's Hole directly onto the Church of Elm.

Escape with the nostalgic Älplibahn to the marvelous mountain world and taste the wine produced with much love and attention in the Bündner Herrschaft.

Toboggan fans get more than a glimpse of the entire St. Galler Rheintal region as far as Lake Constance on this far-reaching 7-kilometer run. Great fun accompanied by great views, that’s Pizol!

The St. Gallen Rhine Valley is one of the most beautiful hiking regions and holiday resorts in Switzerland. Its dreamlike valley location between Lake Constance, Sargans and Altenrhein attracts not only hikers and connoisseurs, but also wine lovers.

Bartli the dwarf lives in the magical Braunwald forest. It is home to a total of eight enchanting places straight from a fairy tale. To find these magical places, just follow the trail and stay hot on the heels of Bartli the dwarf...

The Kesslerloch cave is one of the most important sites of the late Ice Age in Europe and provides traces of settlements from the Upper Palaeolithic Age (Magdalenian civilisation, 14 000 – 12 000 B.C.).

The exciting toboggan run through the snowy and romantic Chrauchtalschlucht valley canyon is no secret.... in fact a renowned name and place for the sportive.

Nestled in the small garden of Hotel Heiden, two bee hotels have been offering a warm welcome to our tiniest guests since last year. The idea blossomed during a staff training day, when a young trainee proposed it as part of a sustainability workshop.

Enjoy a delicious fondue at the romantic open fire, in front of the mountain guesthouse Edelwyss and afterwards whiz down to the valley with a speedy toboggan ride.

The Museum zu Allerheiligen is one of Schaffhausen’s most significant places of interest. Here, archaeology, history and art as well as natural history converge under one roof. In addition to its extensive permanent exhibitions, the museum hosts between six and eight special exhibitions each year.

Ideal for the little dwarves who aim high.

The Rhine River Bath: cooling off with a view of the fort Munot. This beautiful wooden structure has been the favourite swimming spot in Schaffhausen for more than 140 years.

The Grand Resort Bad Ragaz has a new family spa, continuing its three-generation concept. The pools will delight both younger and older children (up to 16 years of age) as well as their parents and grandparents.

Inspired by nature, our wild bee hotel hangs at the edge of the forest behind the hotel. It is crafted from a variety of Eastern Swiss woods, such as oak, beech, ash, hazel, and reed, with a wooden bark roof. The three-star superior hotel "Säntis – das Hotel" is located on Schwägalp, surrounded by the Nature Discovery Park Schwägalp / Säntis. As a point of contact for nature enthusiasts, our ranger welcomes guests and also tends to the wild bee home, ensuring that every visitor can discover and appreciate a little more of the natural beauty of Schwägalp.