Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Romanshorn by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.
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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.
8 km
440 m
440 m
4h 0m
Landscape: Onto an alp, Over a pass, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| RE1 (28m) | |
| 171 (12m) | |
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.
7 km280 m280 m2h 55mTour published by:
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| RE1 (18m) | |
| S21 (30m) | |
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.
9 km660 m740 m5h 15mTour published by:
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| RE1 (18m) | |
| S2 (32m) | |
| 780 (18m) | |
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.
4 km300 m300 m2h 20mLandscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| S7 (20m) | |
| IR13 (35m) | |
| 797 (35m) | |
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.
6 km740 m70 m3h 50mTour published by:
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| RE1 (18m) | |
| S1 (9m) | |
| S23 (27m) | |
| 2725 (10m) | |
Breathtaking views and breathtaking climbs: Hikers on showshoes with a very good level of fitness can enjoy this varied route between Kronberg and Säntis.
5 km460 m170 m3h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak, Over a suspension bridge, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| RE1 (18m) | |
| S1 (9m) | |
| S23 (22m) | |
| 791 (23m) | |
This circular tour leads you over the dreamy Bachers holiday village on Fähnerenspitz, one of the most beautiful vantage points in the Appenzellerland.
8 km620 m620 m4h 40mLandscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| RE1 (18m) | |
| S1 (9m) | |
| S23 (44m) | |
| 192 (7m) | |
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.
6 km400 m400 m3h 15mTour published by:
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| RE1 (18m) | |
| S1 (9m) | |
| S23 (44m) | |
| 192 (7m) | |
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.
5 km260 m260 m2h 25mTour published by:
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| RE1 (18m) | |
| S2 (53m) | |
| 790 (14m) | |
| 2765 (7m) | |
This tour for beginners with just a few inclines and declines leads through the landscape around the two Schwendi Lakes. Without major efforts you can enjoy the winter landscape and the view to Chäserrugg and the Alpstein massif.
4 km180 m180 m1h 55mTour published by:
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| RE1 (18m) | |
| S2 (53m) | |
| 790 (20m) | |
| 2770 (5m) | |
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