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Snowshoeing from Appenzell by public transport

Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Appenzell by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.

To make planning easier, the hikes below are sorted by travel time from Appenzell. Explore the map to find all snowshoe hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities accessible from anywhere in Switzerland.

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Hoher Hirschberg Trail

Minimum travel time: 5m to Sammelplatz

This tour through the snowy hills of the Appenzeller countryside is particularly suitable for beginners and snowshoe enthusiasts who want to take things easy. The ascent is rewarded with circular views, which stretch right to the peaks of the Vorarlberg.

dist7 km
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asce280 m
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desc280 m
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dura2h 55m

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How to get to Hoher Hirschberg Trail

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Sammelplatz: 5m
S21 (5m)
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Fähnerenspitz-Rundtrail

Minimum travel time: 13m to Brülisau, Kastenbahn

This circular tour leads you over the dreamy Bachers holiday village on Fähnerenspitz, one of the most beautiful vantage points in the Appenzellerland.

dist8 km
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asce620 m
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desc620 m
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dura4h 40m
  • Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic views

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How to get to Fähnerenspitz-Rundtrail

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Brülisau, Kastenbahn: 13m
S23 (4m)
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192 (7m)
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Ruhesitz-Rundtrail

Minimum travel time: 15m to Brülisau (Kastenbahn)

This tour is suitable for snowshoe enthusiasts with an average level of fitness, who are looking for traditional landscapes, beautiful Appenzeller farmhouses and a fantastic panorama. The most beautiful section of the hike: the walk over the «Mäder», a sheltered hill moor.

dist6 km
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asce400 m
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desc400 m
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dura3h 15m

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How to get to Ruhesitz-Rundtrail

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Brülisau (Kastenbahn): 15m
S23 (4m)
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192 (7m)
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Ebenalp-Rundtrail

Minimum travel time: 35m to Ebenalp

This circular trail on Ebenalp is particularly suitable for beginners on snowshoes – or as a less strenuous, enjoyable hike with plenty of views. With good visibility the panorama stretches over Lake Constance to the Black Forest.

dist1 km
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asce100 m
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desc100 m
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dura40m

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How to get to Ebenalp-Rundtrail

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Ebenalp: 35m
S23 (12m)
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2740 (6m)
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Lehmen–Kronberg Trail

Minimum travel time: 40m to Kronberg

From the bottom to the top, a direct route to Kronberg: Snowshoe enthusiasts with a very good level of fitness will find the challenge they are looking for here. This sunny route promises quietness and solitude. Arrived on Kronberg, a beautiful panorama opens up right into the lowlands and Lake Constance.

dist6 km
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asce740 m
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desc70 m
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dura3h 50m

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How to get to Lehmen–Kronberg Trail

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Kronberg: 40m
S23 (8m)
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2725 (10m)
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Schwägalp–Kronberg Trail

Minimum travel time: 40m to Schwägalp, Säntis-Schwebebahn

Breathtaking views and breathtaking climbs: Hikers on showshoes with a very good level of fitness can enjoy this varied route between Kronberg and Säntis.

dist5 km
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asce460 m
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desc170 m
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dura3h 0m
  • Landscape: Onto a mountain peak, Over a suspension bridge, With panoramic views

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How to get to Schwägalp–Kronberg Trail

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Schwägalp, Säntis-Schwebebahn: 40m
S23 (14m)
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791 (23m)
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Landscheidi Trail

Minimum travel time: 50m to Schwellbrunn, Dorf

Quietly exploring Appenzell’s rolling countryside: from Schwellbrunn, highest-located village in Ausserrhoden, the trail leads across a ridge with views of the hills, to the Alpstein mountain range with the Säntis Mountain and Lake Constance. Afterwards you delve into the forest and hike downhill.

dist8 km
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asce440 m
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desc440 m
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dura4h 0m
  • Landscape: Onto an alp, Over a pass, With panoramic views

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How to get to Landscheidi Trail

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Schwellbrunn, Dorf: 50m
S23 (30m)
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171 (12m)
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Schneeschuhtrail Hemberg–Ennetbühl

Minimum travel time: 1h 12m to Ennetbühl, Dorf

Trudge over the wonderful Gössigenhöchi, the view wanders into the Thur valley and from Lake Constance to Lake Zurich: The tour from the elevated health resort Hemberg to Ennetbühl is right up the street of those who like untouched landscapes. Your constant companion is the Säntis, the highest mountain in the Alpstein region.

dist9 km
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asce660 m
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desc740 m
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dura5h 15m

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How to get to Schneeschuhtrail Hemberg–Ennetbühl

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Ennetbühl, Dorf: 1h 12m
S23 (14m)
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791 (23m)
792 (11m)
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Wildhaus–Gamplüt Trail

Minimum travel time: 1h 44m to Wildhaus, Dorf

On the sunny side of Wildhaus – with a spectacular view to the Churfirsten – this round trip leads from Wildhaus up to the high plateau of Gamplüt and the Alp Fros on the foothills of Schafberg at Wildhaus.

dist4 km
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asce300 m
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desc300 m
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dura2h 20m
  • Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic views

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How to get to Wildhaus–Gamplüt Trail

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Wildhaus, Dorf: 1h 44m
S21 (9m)
S24 (23m)
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300 (6m)
Walk from to
IR13 (15m)
Walk from to
797 (35m)
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Sellamatt–Zinggen Trail

Minimum travel time: 1h 53m to Alp Sellamatt

Discovering quietly the mystical natural landscape on Alp Sellamatt – this trail makes it possible. In the lap of the Churfirsten you can enjoy the wonderful view up to the seven summits and over to Alpstein.

dist5 km
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asce260 m
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desc260 m
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dura2h 25m

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How to get to Sellamatt–Zinggen Trail

Fastest connection from Appenzell to Alp Sellamatt: 1h 53m
S23 (14m)
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791 (23m)
792 (21m)
790 (14m)
Walk from to
2765 (7m)
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