Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Schaffhausen 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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Bridges and views are the stars of this snowshoe trail. Along the way, hikers can take off their snowshoes and enjoy a special experience: the foot suspension bridge in Sattel-Hochstuckli.
10 km
640 m
640 m
5h 20m
Landscape: Over a suspension bridge, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| RE48 (38m) | |
| IC2 (40m) | |
| S31 (14m) | |
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 km440 m440 m4h 0mLandscape: Onto an alp, Over a pass, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| S33 (33m) | |
| IC55 (36m) | |
| S23 (7m) | |
| 171 (12m) | |
This snowshoe hike crosses remote yet busy areas, overseen in silence by the two Mythen peaks. It's well worth stopping along the way to admire the magnificent views of the Schwyz mountains and landscape.
7 km700 m400 m4h 25mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak, Onto an alp, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| RE48 (38m) | |
| IR35 (19m) | |
| S13 (24m) | |
| 554 (14m) | |
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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| S33 (33m) | |
| EC (32m) | |
| S21 (30m) | |
You don't need to be in peak condition to enjoy this snowshoe hike through remote areas, but watch out: the view of the Chli Aubrig could whet your appetite for more challenging tours.
6 km220 m220 m2h 35mTour published by:
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| RE48 (38m) | |
| IR35 (19m) | |
| S13 (24m) | |
| 553 (16m) | |
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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| S33 (33m) | |
| IC1 (17m) | |
| S9 (22m) | |
| 780 (18m) | |
Up to the Atzmännig and enjoy the views across the beautifully snowy foothills of the Alps – that’s what the Altschwand snowshoe hike offers.
4 km100 m460 m1h 50mTour published by:
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At the top of Atzmännig, an exciting ridge trail between the Toggenburg and the Zurich Oberland with views over the rolling Alpine foothills awaits snowshoers.
7 km320 m680 m3h 30mTour published by:
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| S9 (48m) | |
| S14 (17m) | |
| S5 (14m) | |
| 885 (28m) | |
This circular route is especially popular with beginners and snowshoe hiking enthusiasts. Discover the sunny side of Muotathal in the southern part of the village and, if you like, make a detour to a spiritual site.
4 km220 m220 m1h 55mTour published by:
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| IC (36m) | |
| EC (43m) | |
| 501 (42m) | |
The circular hike on top of the Rigi offers fascinating views of Lake Lucerne, the Alps of Uri, the cities of Lucerne and Zug, and the lakes of Central Switzerland. From the mountain station, the snowshoe trail leads to Alp Chäserenholz, with views of the Grosse and Kleine Mythen, the landmarks of the Canton of Schwyz.
2 km150 m150 m1h 5mTour published by:
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| RE48 (38m) | |
| IC2 (40m) | |
| 81 (39m) | |
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