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APPENZELL GUIDE 2020 English TOUR OF THE VILLAGE EVENTS 04 16
FREE GUIDED TOURS REGULAR MUSICAL EVENTS 11 22 CONTENTS
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11 Free guided tours
Events 16 Regular 22 musical events
Stobede 23
26 Tips for excursions
Panoramic map 42
45 Appenzell Card
Map of Appenzell 46
TIPS FOR EXCURSIONS
26 Prices for adults
Prices for children
Free with the Appenzell Card (see Page 45)
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With its variety of styles the imposing CATHOLIC tecture. It has been privately owned since 1780 by CHURCH (1) reveals an interesting architectural the Sutter family, who still reside there, and is not history. The first church to be erected on this site open to the public. was mentioned in 1071 when the parish was established. It was dedicated to St. Maurice, and is Right next to the castle is the CONVENT OF known to locals as «de Moritz». Not far from the MARY OF THE ANGELS (4), which was built by Catholic Church, just across the beautifully laid-out the Capuchin religious order in the early 1680s. cemetery, is the Evangelical (protestant) Church. The SALESIS HOUSE (5) on the Postplatz, the Below the church at Adlerplatz is the TURNTABLE only free-standing stone building apart from the CREATED BY SCULPTOR ROMAN SIGNER (2). castle, is a tribute to the affluence of the village. The This «instrument of spatial experience» imposes its solid, three-storey square building of rendered own tempo on the viewer and reveals a panoramic quarried stone with its wide pitched roof dates back view of Appenzell during its 3-minute rotation. to the flourishing economy of the late 16th century.
Nearby from the railings on the bridge over the Another outstanding building is the CONCORDIA River Sitter you can watch a regular but surprising HOUSE (6) on Engelgasse, a patrician house with phenomenon as jets of water suddenly shoot out a steep gabled roof dating from the 17th century. A from two legs of a table making it rear up onto its richly decorated series of panels covers the entire two «hind legs» – the TILTING TABLE (2). southern façade and the paintings under the eaves represent the eight ages of man. This lively work The enclosed building known as the SCHLOSS (3) of art in muted colours was created by August (castle) to the east of the Postplatz has always occu- Schmid (1930). pied a unique position in Appenzell’s village archi-
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The HAMPI FÄSSLER HOUSE (7) on Kaustrasse tavern) can be found outside many shops as well as originally marked the limits of the old village centre. inns and restaurants. The half-timbered building is ornamented with baroque window frames and decorative traditional The LÖWEN PHARMACY (10) with beautiful window shutters painted by Adalbert Fässler. paintings on its decorated facade is an architectural gem. Johannes Hugentobler painted medicinal The historic village square or LANDSGEMEINDE- herbs on the round-arched panels covering the PLATZ (8) is the scene each year of the local shutters to illustrate the purpose of the building. parliament (Landsgemeinde). All cantonal elections The main street, or Hauptgasse, with its quaint, and parliamentary business take place publicly colourful houses is always a unique attraction for here and voting is by a public show of hands. our visitors.
The HEILIGKREUZKAPELLE (9) (Holy Cross The impressive RATHAUS (11) (town hall) with its Chapel) on the Hauptgasse (main street) was rebuilt façade painted by August Schmid from Diessenho- after the village was devastated by fire in 1560. The fen (1928) and the adjoining «Buherre Hanisefs» stained glass windows depicting the five sorrowful form a fitting close to our tour. mysteries of the rosary were designed by Ferdinand Gehr in 1964. If you’d like to know more about the history and customs of Appenzell, our guides will be happy to The distinctive signs (known as Tafeen), which are take you exploring. Please note that there is a free hung mainly in the centre of the village, are a visual traditional guided tour of the village (see page 11). feast. «Tafeen» (which comes from the word for
Heiligkreuz-Kapelle (Holy Cross Chapel)
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Brauquöll Appenzell In our visitor centre you can find out everything you ever wanted to know about the Appenzeller Bier and the Säntis Malt Whisky.
Brauquöll Appenzell Brauereiplatz 1 · 9050 Appenzell Tel. +41 71 788 01 76 www.brauquöll.ch FREE GUIDED TOURS 11
OUR GIFT TO YOU
AUDIO TOUR «BRAUQUÖLL APPENZELL» BREWERY VISITOR CENTRE On a fascinating tour of the Brauquöll Appenzell brewery you’ll discover lots of interesting information about the art of brewing and how Appenzeller beer and Säntis Malt whisky are made from fresh spring water.
Dates February to December
Languages German, English, French and Italian
Meeting point At the Brauerei Locher AG Visitor Centre, for opening times see Page 27, duration approx. 40 minutes
Provider Appenzeller Bier, Brauerei Locher AG, Brauereiplatz 1 Appenzell Tel. +41 71 788 01 76, www.brauquöll.ch 12
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Welcome Here is where the world-famous Appenzeller® cheese is made.
Worth visiting whatever the weather!
www.schaukaeserei.ch Appenzeller Schaukäserei AG | Dorf 711 | CH-9063 Stein AR | Tel. 071 368 50 70 [email protected] FREE GUIDED TOURS 13
«HAND EMBROIDERY CIRCLE» Embroiderers from all over the region meet up at the «Hand Embroidery Circle». They embroider together, improve their skills and exchange ideas. Watch the embroiderers as they work (excluding museum admission *)
Dates Every third Wednesday of the month, apart from August and December
Meeting point 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm at the Museum Appenzell
Provider Museum Appenzell, Appenzell Tel. +41 71 788 96 31, www.museum.ai.ch
CRAFTWORKERS IN THE MUSEUM A saddler, traditional costume seamstress, folk artist or other crafworker will be on site giving insights into their own particular craft. (Excluding museum admission *)
Dates Every Thursday from 4 June to 15 October 2020
Meeting point 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm at the Museum Appenzell
Provider Museum Appenzell, Appenzell Tel. +41 71 788 96 31, www.museum.ai.ch
EMBROIDERER IN TRADITIONAL COSTUME IN THE MUSEUM During the 19th and 20th centuries, countless women from the canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden used to earn a living from embroidery. Still today a few women embroider minute motifs and ornaments. Come and watch an embroiderer at work. (Excluding museum admission *)
Dates Every Friday from 5 June to 16 October 2020
Meeting point 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm at the Museum Appenzell
Provider Museum Appenzell, Appenzell Tel. +41 71 788 96 31, www.museum.ai.ch
* Free admission with the Appenzell Card (see Page 45) TYPICAL APPENZELL SPECIALITIES TYPICAL APPENZELL SPECIALITIES 16 EVENTS
22 FEBRUARY 2020 CARNIVAL PARADE IN APPENZELL 1. 6. 13. 25. 4. 5. 20. 22. 23. 14. 20. – 22.
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JANUARY 2020 MARCH 2020 1 New Year 14 2bis2 Harmonie Appenzell 6 Epiphany 20 – 22 Appenzell Spring Days 13 Old New Year’s Eve 22 Funkensonntag (Bonfire Sunday) 25 Entertainment gathering Gonten APRIL 2020 FEBRUARY 2020 5 Yodelling Sunday 4 / 5 FIS Women’s Race, Horn, Schwende 17 – 19 Beethoven anniversary weekend at the 20 Fat Thursday Ziegelhütte 22 Carnival parade in Appenzell 25 Festival of Traditional String Music 22 / 23 Igloo Festival on the Ebenalp in Urnäsch, www.striichmusigtag.ch 26 Landsgemeinde (open-air parliament) 30 A-Cappella-Festival in Appenzell, www.acappella-appenzell.ch 17 MAY 2020 JUNE 2020 1 / 2 A-Cappella-Festival in Appenzell, 1 Whit Monday www.acappella-appenzell.ch 11 Corpus Christi Procession in Appenzell * 3 Bezirksgemeinden (district assemblies) (public holiday) 6 Appenzell May Market 12 – 14 Appenzell Biker Meet, www.biker-troeffe.ch 9 Entertainment evening TV Gonten 10 Pilgrimage to the Stoss * Public holiday on which traditional 16 «Mai-Losi» (folk and dance musicfestival) Appenzell feast day costumes are worn. in the Berggasthaus Seealpsee 21 Ascension Day * 31 Pentecost * 5. 6. – 7. – 19. 17. 30. – 2. 1. 6. 9. 10. 16. 21. 1. 11. 12. – 14. 31. 25. 26.
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JULY 2020 3 – 5 «Grümpeli» (Football tournament) 23 Hoher Kasten mountain hike competition, 4 Swiss walking night www.swb.ch 11 Schmäuslemarkt festival 28 – 30 Clanx Festival, www.clanx.ch 12 «Schutzengelfest» (Feast of the Guardian 28 – 29 Festivities for the SNWF Angel) at Ebenalp, www.ebenalp.ch 30 Anniversary of the Swiss National 24 – 25 Postplatz Festival Appenzell Wrestling Festival 26 Open house at the Alpine Cheese Dairies in Alpstein SEPTEMBER 2020 13 «Schwender Chölbi» (Schwender annual fair) AUGUST 2020 19 Alpine cattle drive in Urnäsch with small 1 Swiss National Day with celebrations in market various districts 20 National Day of Prayer * (public holiday) 7 – 9 23nd Ländlerfest in Appenzell 20 – 23 Appenzell Puppet Theatre (folk music festival), www.laendlerfest.ch 22 Feast of St. Maurice, patron saint 15 Assumption of the Virgin Mary * of the church* (public holiday) (public holiday) 26 – 28 «Chölbi» (annual fair) in Appenzell 16 Schwägalp-Schwinget (Swiss wrestling competition), www.schwaegalp-schwinget.ch 19 OCTOBER 2020 2 – 4 Authentica 6 Cattle Show in Appenzell 7 Goat Show in Appenzell 23 – 25 Cheese Festival in Appenzell
NOVEMBER 2020 1 All Saints’ Day (public holiday) 29 Pre-Christmas Sunday shopping in Appenzell
DECEMBER 2020 2 Chlausmarkt (St. Nicholas Market) in Appenzell 5 / 6 «Christkindli» Market in Appenzell 6 / 13 / 20 Pre-Christmas Sunday shopping 6 OCTOBER 2020 in Appenzell CATTLE SHOW IN 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception APPENZELL (public holiday) 24 Christmas Eve 25 Christmas (public holiday) 26 Saint Stephen’s Day (public holiday) 31 New Year’s Eve 26. – 28. 2. – 4. 6. 7. 23. – 25. 1. 29. 2. 5. 6. 8. 13. 20. 24. 25. 26.
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29 NOVEMBER 2020 PRE-CHRISTMAS SUNDAY SHOPPING IN APPENZELL
* Public holiday on which traditional Appenzell feast day costumes are worn.
YOU CAN FIND OTHER EVENTS AT APPENZELL.CH / EVENTS TOUCHING MOMENTS FOR THE HEART
Appenzell customs and traditions Customs and traditions are an active part of the Appenzellerland. Still today farming and religious customs shape everyday life.
Find out more by ordering our free «Appenzell Customs and Traditions» brochure at appenzell.ch / brochure Adults and children in the traditional Appenzell costume 22 REGULAR MUSICAL EVENTS
EVERY WEDNESDAY, EXCLUDING EVERY SUNDAY, 10.00 AM TO 2.00 PM 25 DECEMBER 2019 AND 1 JANUARY 2020, Sunday buffet with Appenzell music 8.00 PM TO 10.00 PM Event Hall at the top of Säntis Traditional Appenzell music Tel. +41 71 365 65 00 (reservations required) Hotel Hof Weissbad, Weissbad Tel. +41 71 798 80 80 EVERY SECOND SUNDAY, 12 NOON TO APPROX. 2.30 PM EVERY THURSDAY FROM 4 JUNE TO Music from Appenzell accompanied by delicious 15 OCTOBER 2020, 6.30 PM TO 7.30 PM dishes at the cosy Bärenstobe Concerts of Appenzell music Hotel Bären Gonten in Gonten Kleiner Ratsaal (Small Council Chamber in the Tel. +41 71 795 40 10 city hall) in Appenzell Tourist Information Tel. +41 71 788 96 41 EVERY SUNDAY FROM 5 JANUARY TO 29 MARCH 2020 FROM 3.00 PM AS FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH, WELL AS EVERY FIRST FRIDAY OF THE FROM 8.00 PM MONTH FROM 8.00 PM Concerts with national and international artists «Loos-Stobede», traditional jam session with Ziegelhütte Art Gallery, Appenzell different music groups Tel. +41 71 788 18 60 Garni Loosmühle in Weissbad Tel. +41 71 799 11 13
EVERY FRIDAY FROM 7 AUGUST TO 2 OCTOBER 2020, 7.00 PM TO 9.00 PM 29 NOVEMBER AND Appenzell Friday, hammer dulcimer 6, 13, 20 DECEMBER 2020, playing by young musicians 11.00 AM TO 12.00 NOON Restaurant Marktplatz in Appenzell Advent concerts with typical Appenzell music Tel. +41 71 787 12 04 Kleiner Ratsaal (Small Council Chamber in the city hall) in Appenzell Tourist Information Tel. +41 71 788 96 41 EVERY SATURDAY FROM JULY TO SEPTEMBER 2020 (EXCLUDING 8 AUGUST), EVERY FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, 7.00 PM TO 9.00 PM 11.00 AM TO 5.00 PM Appenzell music performed by young groups «Schauchäsi-Stobede», with folk music group Romantik Hotel Säntis in Appenzell Appenzeller demonstration dairy in Stein Tel. +41 71 788 11 11 Tel. +41 71 368 50 70
EVERY FULL MOON EVERY THURSDAY, 8.00 PM Full-moon dinner (Vollmond-Dinner) «Stobede» at Rössli Weissbadstrasse, with musical entertainment spontaneous musical gatherings Hoher Kasten revolving restaurant in Brülisau Restaurant Rössli in Appenzell Tel. +41 71 799 11 17 (reservations required) Tel. +41 71 787 13 55 JUNE 2020 21 «Leue-Stobede» on Alp Gross Leu, Sunday STOBEDE from 11.00 am (in all weathers) TRADITIONAL FESTIVALS IN THE MOUNTAIN JULY 2020 18 / 19 «Alpstobede» in the mountain inn Ebenalp, INNS WITH YODELLING, Saturday from 7.30 pm, Sunday from 11.00 am DANCING AND MUSIC 19 «Potersalpstobede» on Potersalp, from 11.00 am AUGUST 2020 25 / 26 «Alpstobede» in the mountain inn 2 «Sollerstobede» in the mountain inn Meglisalp, Saturday from Plattenbödeli from 2.00 pm 7.00 pm, Sunday from 11.00 am 3 «Sollerstobede» in the mountain inn 26 «Stobede» and Feast of St. James in the Ruhesitz from 2.00 pm mountain inn Kronberg from 10.30 am 23 St. Bartholomew’s Festival followed 26 / 27 «Alpstobede» in the mountain inn Bollen- by a «Stobede» at the mountain inn wees, Sunday and Monday, from 11.00 am Kronberg from 10.30 am 24 A tasty treat with tradition.
Bischofberger AG CH-9057 Weissbad-Appenzell www.baerli-biber.ch RELAXING IN RESTAURANTS AND CAFES
The Appenzellerland is a paradise for food-lovers who want know where the piece of meat or cheese on their plate has come from. The cooking in this region, which has the highest concentration of restaurants in the whole of Switzerland, is naturally excellent.
Find the right restaurant for your visit at appenzeller-genuss.ch 26 TIPS FOR EXCURSIONS MUSEUM APPENZELL KUNSTHALLE ZIEGELHÜTTE
Cultural and historical museum of the canton of The «Kunsthalle Ziegelhütte» museum of art Appenzell Innerrhoden. Main areas of focus: Ap- presents art from the 20th and 21st centuries as well penzell hand embroidery, traditional costumes, as classical and contemporary music. This cultural popular beliefs, customs and traditions, folk-art centre with circular 16th century brick kiln is also painting and painted furniture. Activities for an important cultural monument. children and films on various themes.
Special exhibitions 26 April to 25 October 2020 Special exhibitions Number, Rhythm, Transformation – Emma Kunz 22 November 2019 to 1 June 2020 and contemporary art Look here! Portrait photography from 1900 to 1930 Opening times Opening times April to October April to October Tuesday to Friday 10.00 am to 12.00 noon / Monday to Friday 10.00 am 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm to 12.00 noon / 1.30 pm to 5.00 pm Saturday / Sunday 11.00 am to 5.00 pm Saturday / Sunday 11.00 am to 5.00 pm November to March November to March Tuesday to Saturday 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm Tuesday to Sunday 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm Sunday 11.00 am to 5.00 pm
Hauptgasse 4, 9050 Appenzell Ziegeleistr. 14, 9050 Appenzell
Tel. +41 71 788 96 31 CHF 7.– Tel. +41 71 788 18 60 CHF 15.– [email protected] [email protected] www.museum.ai.ch www.kunsthalleziegelhuette.ch CHF 3.– CHF 10.– 27 KUNSTMUSEUM APPENZELL VOLKSKUNDE-MUSEUM STEIN AR
The «Kunstmuseum Appenzell» (museum of cont- The «Volkskunde-Museum» (folklore museum) emporary art) shows art of the classical modern houses the most important Swiss collection of folk age as well as of the present. The museum buil- art, as well as two hand embroidery machines and a ding was designed by renowned architects Annet- weaving loom from the 19th century. Boring? Abso- te Gigon and Mike Guyer. lutely not! In addition to regular live performances of embroidery and weaving, the museum’s 400 ye- ar-old alpine dairy is also in operation each week.
Special exhibitions by the end of May 2020 What helps is good – the Appenzell tradition of healing Special exhibitions from the end of June 2020 10 May to 4 October 2020 300 years of the Appenzell calendar Selim Abdullah – Mediterranean Weaving and embroidery demonstrations Opening times 1 April to 31 October 2020, daily April to October Tuesday to Friday 10.00 am to 12.00 noon / Cheese-making in the alpine hut 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm Wednesday and Saturday afternoon Saturday / Sunday 11.00 am to 5.00 pm November to March Opening times Tuesday to Saturday 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm Tuesday to Sunday and public holidays Sunday 11.00 am to 5.00 pm 10.00 am to 5.00 pm
Unterrainstr. 5, 9050 Appenzell Dorf, 9063 Stein
Tel. +41 71 788 18 00 CHF 15.– Tel. +41 71 368 50 56 CHF 7.– [email protected] [email protected] www.kunstmuseumappenzell.ch www.appenzeller-museum.ch CHF 10.– CHF 3.50 28 TIPS FOR EXCURSIONS BRAUCHTUMSMUSEUM URNÄSCH AR ROOTHUUS GONTEN
This cosy museum offers insights into the farming Built between 1762 and 1765, the historic ROOT- culture of the Appenzellerland, its handicrafts HUUS GONTEN offers a wealth of interesting infor- and lively traditional customs. The main points of mation about the well-documented history of mu- interest here are the «Silvesterchlausen», the alpi- sic around the Alpstein. The wonderful ballroom ne cattle drive and the folk art. Try out the Appen- with its baroque paintings, as well as the numerous zell tradition of «Chlausen» with the bells, explore instruments on display, encourage visitors to linger. the secrets of the hammer dulcimer and try «Ta- The house is devoted to the collection, archiving, lerschwingen» – guided tours of the museum on research and communication of the folk music of request. Appenzell and Toggenburg.
Special exhibitions until 9 February 2020 Schö-wüeschti Chlausehüet with «Schuppel-Zau- ren», Saturdays from 4.00 pm to 5.30 pm 28 March 2020 to 14 January 2021 Photographs by Mäddel Fuchs Opening times 1 April to 1 November Monday to Saturday 9.00 am to 11.30 am / 1.30 pm to 5.00 pm Sunday, 1.30 pm to 5.00 pm 2 November to 31 March Monday to Saturday from 9.00 am to 11.30 am Opening times Saturday / Sunday, 1.30 pm to 5.00 pm Tuesday to Friday 9.00 am to 11.30 am
Dorfplatz 6, 9107 Urnäsch Dorfstrasse 36, 9108 Gonten
Tel. +41 71 364 23 22 CHF 8.– Tel. +41 71 794 13 30 FREE [email protected] [email protected] www.museum-urnaesch.ch www.roothuus-gonten.ch CHF 4.– FREE 29 «BRAUQUÖLL APPENZELL» ZUNFTHAUS ZU APPENZELL
On a fascinating audio tour of the Locher Brewery At the Zunfthaus zu Appenzell (Appenzell Guild Visitor Centre you’ll find out all sorts of informa House) you can find out about local crafts and tion about the art of brewing and distilling. You’ll craftsmanship. Craftsmen cast, forge and decorate also learn how we make Appenzeller beer and an array of materials on site. They also give lots of Säntis Malt whisky from fresh spring water. Be information about their crafts and offer exclusive transported to the world of brewing. (duration items from the region for sale. During the week approx. 40 minutes) you can book various guided tours, cast your own fondue fork, engrave your own keyfob or enjoy a culinary aperitif.
Opening times February to March and November to December Tuesday to Friday 10.00 am to 12.15 pm / 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm Saturday 10.00 am to 4.00 pm April to October Opening times Monday 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm Thursday 1.30 pm to 6.00 pm Tuesday to Friday 10.00 am to 12.15 pm / Friday 9.00 am to 12.00 noon / 1.30 pm to 6.00 pm 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm Saturday 10.00 am to 4.00 pm or on request Saturday and Sunday 10.00 am to 5.00 pm www.zunfthausappenzell.ch
Brauereiplatz 1, 9050 Appenzell Poststrasse 8, 9050 Appenzell
Tel. +41 71 788 01 76 FREE Tel. +41 71 787 82 13 FREE [email protected] [email protected] www.brauquöll.ch www.zunfthausappenzell.ch FREE FREE 30
THE MOUNTAIN FOR FAMILIES AND FUN Experience, enjoy and relax ► Air Cable Car with numerous walking/hiking trails ► New adventure park ► Kronberg Alpine Coaster ► Motor Skills Park
Kronberg-Fun Kronberg breakfast or lunch including roundtrip per person, as well as 4 bobsleigh tickets
2 Adults: from CHF 115.– 2 Children: CHF 76.–
Tel. +41 71 794 12 89 | www.kronberg.ch. | [email protected] TIPS FOR EXCURSIONS 31 APPENZELLER SCHAUKÄSEREI ALPSCHAUKÄSEREI SCHWÄGALP
On the trail of Switzerland’s best-kept secret – in Watch the cheesemaker at work and find out how the Appenzeller Demonstration Dairy you will these delicious alpine dairy products are made. find out why Appenzeller® cheese has the spiciest You can also buy fresh products at the dairy. flavour ever. The recipe for its herbal brine remains a top secret, but you can put together your very own herb mixture and take it home with you. Be impressed by the huge cheese cellar and enjoy a fascinating view of the cheese vat. Visit the new exhibition and immerse yourself in traditions, fla- vour and sheer pleasure.
Cheese making up to 3.00 pm Opening times Opening times 1 to 31 May 2020 Open 364 days a year 10.00 am to 5.00 pm 9.00 am to 6.30 pm 1 June to 30 September 2020 (in winter until 5.30 pm) 9.00 am to 6.30 pm 1 to 31 October 2020 Prices 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Family ticket CHF 25.– 1 to 31 November 2020 Adults CHF 9.– / children CHF 6.– 11.00 am to 4.00 pm (only in fine weather)
Dorf 711, 9063 Stein 9107 Schwägalp / Säntis Tel. +41 71 368 50 70 Tel. +41 71 365 65 65 FREE [email protected] [email protected] www.schaukaeserei.ch www.saentisbahn.ch FREE 32 TIPS FOR EXCURSIONS APPENZELLER BADI OUTDOOR POOL BAD GONTEN
Fancy cooling off? The Appenzeller Badi offers a Relax in a 34° C jacuzzi. Feel the cleansing power of 50 metre outdoor swimming pool, a diving pool for the steam room. The healing waters at Bad Gonten little ones and a children’s pool with pirate ship, have helped improve people’s quality of life since climbing tower and much more. time immemorial.
Opening times 9 to 31 May 2020 and 1 to 12 September 2020 8.00 am to 7.00 pm 1 June to 31 August 2020 8.00 am to 8.00 pm In poor weather 8.00 am to 1.00 pm Opening times In very poor weather closed Daily 9.00 am to 6.00 pm
Weissbadstrasse 71, 9050 Appenzell Gontenstr. 49, 9108 Gontenbad
Tel. +41 71 787 14 74 CHF 6.– Tel. +41 71 794 11 24 CHF 19.– www.appenzellerbadi.ch [email protected] www.badgonten.ch CHF 2.50 33 HOTEL KAUBAD HOTEL EISCHEN
What could be nicer after hiking in the alpine Relax in the water while enjoying a wonderful countryside than a refreshing swim and a relaxing panorama – at the Hotel Eischen. In addition to the sauna. The facilities at Hotel Kaubad are available swimming pool, the hotel also offers a bio sauna, both to resident and non-resident guests. Finnish sauna, steam room, outdoor whirlpool and a quiet room.
Opening times Up to the end of April Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays May to end of October Open every day November to December Opening times Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays Wednesday to Sunday 9.00 am to 9.00 pm Christmas and New Year (on request) Open every day
Kaustrasse 183, 9050 Appenzell Kaustrasse 123, 9050 Appenzell
Tel. +41 71 787 48 44 CHF 6.– Tel. +41 71 787 50 30 CHF 18.– [email protected] [email protected] www.kaubad.ch www.eischen.ch CHF 4.– CHF 6.– 34
Visit us in our traditional drugstore at the mainstreet of Appenzell and try our house specialites, like the Goatbutter ointment.
our home made speciality
We look forward to your visit Monika and Peter Stark and team
Löwen-Drogerie «a de Gass»
9050 Appenzell Telefon 071 787 13 80 www.loewen-drogerie.ch TIPS FOR EXCURSIONS 35 SPORTANLAGE SCHAIES
Schaies sports facilities is a multifunctional complex for various sports located near the Appenzell out- door swimming pool.
Outside you will find beach volleyball courts, a foot- ball pitch, tennis courts, and a street workout park. A squash court is available for you inside the building. Cool off in the bistro with its garden terrace while your little ones play on the playground.
The tennis and squash courts can be rented. The other facilities are freely accessible as long as they are not being used by clubs.
Opening hours The complex is open all year round. A complete overview including opening hours for individual sports can be found on our website.
Weissbadstrasse 71, 9050 Appenzell Tel. +41 71 788 50 40 www.sportanlage-schaies.ch [email protected] 36
CULINARY E-BIKE TOUR
«Eat, look, ride, enjoy» is the motto of this e-bike tour. In addition to Appenzell hospitality, it also offers fine culinary specialities, cultural highlights and fantastic views of the alpine landscape typical of the Appenzellerland. On your tour Appenzell restaurateurs tempt you with a 4-course meal that you can enjoy at one location or you can have the individual courses at different inns. Culinary E-Bike Tour not suitable for groups.
Beautiful views along the Culinary E-Bike Tour PACKAGES 37
PACKAGE 1 CHF 50.–
Appenzell Bärli-Biber cookie and drink bottle
4-course menu Soup of the day, mixed salad, Appenzell steak with side dishes or vegetarian dish, seasonal dessert
50% discount on purchase of bike shirt
PACKAGE 2 CHF 100.–
1 day e-bike hire with cycle helmet
Appenzell Bärli-Biber cookie and drink bottle
4-course menu Soup of the day, mixed salad, Appenzell steak with side dishes or vegetarian dish, seasonal dessert
50% discount on purchase of bike shirt
* free e-bike with Appenzell Card
PACKAGE 3 FROM CHF 280.–
3 nights’ accommodation including breakfast and taxes
Welcome drink on day of arrival
1 day e-bike hire with cycle helmet
Appenzell Bärli-Biber cookie and drink bottle
4-course menu Soup of the day, mixed salad, Appenzell steak with side dishes or vegetarian dish, seasonal dessert BOOKING 50% discount on purchase of bike shirt Appenzellerland Tourismus AI 9050 Appenzell Appenzell Card Tel. +41 71 788 96 41 with over 20 free offers (see Page 45) [email protected], appenzell.ch 38 TIPS FOR EXCURSIONS HOHER KASTEN EBENALP
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On top of the panoramic Hoher Kasten mountain Ebenalp is the ideal starting point for walks. near Appenzell you can enjoy a fantastic 360° out- Nature lovers have a wealth of opportunities for look. Opened in 2016, the circular Europa-Rundweg exploring – from an easy circular route to full-day trail offers views over six countries and encircles hikes. A 20-minute walk takes you to the famous the peak at exactly 1 784.5 metres above sea level. Wildkirchli caves. Viewing terraces, benches, an impressive rock path and telescopes encourage you to rest a while and enjoy the scenery. This special trail is accessible all year round. Timetable Every 15 minutes, last ascent 15 minutes before Timetable the end of timetabled journeys. Every 20 minutes, continuous operation in busy times 01.01. – 29.03.20 Mon – Sun 9.00 am – 5.00 pm First ride: 20 minutes after the start of the timetable 01.05. – 29.05.20 Mon – Sun 8.00 am – 5.30 pm Last ride: 20 minutes after the end of the timetable 30.05. – 03.07.20 Mon – Sun 7.30 am – 6.00 pm 04.07. – 23.08.20 Mon – Sun 7.30 am – 7.00 pm 01.01. – 01.03.20 Mon – Sun 8.40 am – 4.40 pm 24.08. – 27.09.20 Mon – Sun 7.30 am – 6.00 pm 01.04. – 05.06.20 Mon – Sun 8.00 am – 5.00 pm 28.09. – 01.11.20 Mon – Sun 7.30 am – 5.30 pm 06.06. – 06.09.20 Mon – Sun 7.20 am – 6.00 pm 19.12. – 31.12.20 Mon – Sun 9.00 am – 5.00 pm 07.09. – 25.10.20 Mon – Sun 8.00 am – 5.20 pm 26.10. – 31.12.20 Mon – Sun 8.40 am – 4.40 pm 30 March to 30 April 2020 and 2 November to 18 December 2020. Closed due to maintenance 2 to 31 March 2020 work. Ski resort open from the beginning of Closed due to maintenance work December subject to weather conditions.
9058 Brülisau 9057 Wasserauen
Tel. +41 71 799 13 22 CHF 46.– Tel. +41 71 799 12 12 CHF 31.– [email protected] [email protected] www.hoherkasten.ch www.ebenalp.ch FREE CHF 12.– 39 KRONBERG SÄNTIS
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Kronberg offers a wealth of experiences for young The view from Säntis stretches across 6 coun- and old. Down in the valley visitors will find a Ad- tries and Lake Constance. Enjoy the limitless venture Park, bob run and large playground, whi- freedom at 2,502 metres above sea level and cu- le up on top on the gentle back of the Kronberg linary delicacies at the new terrace restaurant. there are fantastic views to enjoy. Paragliders set Alongside the summit trails and terraces, the off from here in all directions. And it’s also a great new experiential worlds invite you to linger. place for hiking for visitors of all ages.
Timetable Timetable Every 30 minutes, continuous operation in busy times Every 30 minutes, additional trips in busy times, sunrise ascents every Sunday in July and August 01.01. – 08.03.20 Mon – Sat 9.00 am – 5.00 pm Sun, Public holidays 8.00 am – 5.00 pm 01.01. – 19.01.20 Mon – Sun 8.30 am – 5.00 pm 10.04. – 30.06.20 Mon – Fri 9.00 am – 5.00 pm 08.02. – 15.05.20 Mon – Fri 8.30 am – 5.00 pm Sat, Sun, Public holidays 8.00 am – 6.00 pm Sat / Sun 8.00 am – 5.00 pm 01.07. – 18.10.20 Mon – Sun 8.00 am – 6.00 pm 10.05. – 18.10.20 Mon – Fri 7.30 am – 6.00 pm 19.10. – 31.12.20 Mon – Sat 9.00 am – 5.00 pm Sat / Sun 7.30 am – 6.30 pm Sun, Public holidays 8.00 am – 5.00 pm 19.10. – 31.12.20 Mon – Sun 8.30 am – 5.00 pm
9 March to 9 April 2020 20 January to 7 February 2020 Closed due to maintenance work Closed due to maintenance work
9108 Jakobsbad 9107 Schwägalp / Säntis
Tel. +41 71 794 12 89 CHF 38.– Tel. +41 71 365 65 65 CHF 54.– [email protected] Tel. Automat +41 71 365 66 66 www.kronberg.ch [email protected] CHF 19.– www.saentisbahn.ch CHF 27.– 40
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Two gondolas bring you effortlessly up to the alp. The cableway from Frümsen to Staubern is the Rest for a moment and enjoy the stunning pano- first cableway in the world to be neutral in terms rama that stretches far beyond the boundaries of of energy consumption and environmental im- canton and country. Alp Sigel is well known for pact. The power supply is generated by a solar its diverse flora. Five families farm the alp during energy system and rechargeable batteries. It com- the summer months. During this time the Hasen- pletes the journey from the Rhine Valley up to platten garden restaurant is open – subject to we- Staubern – a 1 250 metres climb – in under eight ather conditions. minutes. At the top specialties from the Rhine Valley and the Appenzellerland as well as an un- paralleled panorama across 4 countries await guests.
Timetable During the hiking season the service runs on the Timetable hour from 7.00 am to 22.00 pm. If there are more 1 May to 31 October 2020 than 3 people waiting, it runs every half hour, and Daily from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm in busy periods continuously.
9058 Brülisau 9467 Frümsen
Tel. +41 71 799 18 43 CHF 25.– Tel. +41 81 757 24 24 CHF 36.– [email protected] [email protected] www.alpsigel.ch www.staubern.ch CHF 12.– CHF 18.– Altmann Säntis 2435 2502 Tierwis 40 75 2085 75 Wagenlüc e Alvier Fulfirst Rotsteinpass Lisengrat 180 2075 Hochalp 2341 2383 Zwinglipass 2120 1530 80 90 180 Toggenburg 45 60 150 70 Ageteplatte Höchnideri 80 65 1897 20 Schwägalp 75 reuzberge Chamm 1352 ronberg 60 halden 40 1663 Hundstein 30 75 Bötzel 2157 30 hrli 90 20 65 120 Mesmer 15 Potersalp Saxer Lüc e 1613 1649 80 65 40 80 15 40 Meglisalp 100 824 1517 30 Wideralpstöc 5 40 D Marwees 25 Bollenwees 2056 15 1471 75 Schäfler 40 90 Fählensee 80 40 1923 40 90 60 Lauftegg 5 60 30 Herisau 15 10 Altenalp 60 20 60 20 80 Alp Chlus20 15 20 65 25 Scheidegg 10 50 20 45 1352 Staubern 10 70 35 15 20 20 75 1751 20 Bogartenlüc e 40 55 20 20 45 1710 1143 5 Hundwiler Höhe 15 30 Seealpsee 100 80 30 10 35 90 1305 Rainhütten 20 40 Bömmeli E 25 5 10 20 10 Gross Leu 80 60 10 15 40 20 55 20 20 45 60 scher 45 Frümsen 10 60 40 75 40 15 20 Ebenalp 20 15 1644 30 Ahorn 40 Alp Sigel 45 Wild irchli 20 45 20 Lehmen 1015 20 20 50 15 15 30 968 869 chsenhöhi 40 20 35 1209 10 20 10 30 30 Hoher asten 60 Zahme Gocht Hüttentobel C 45 45 20 1794 Sämtisersee15 15 30 20 Plattenbödeli 80 30 40 15 15 10 50 10 20 45 1279 30 losterspitz aubad 15 20 15 20 1326 20 1045 30 40 40 50 85 35 868 Warth 940 15 10 10 15 902 75 20 15 15 40 40 65 50 Eischen 40 Himmelberg 30 40 30 1035 15 1028 amor 30 70 1751 30 30 Leugangen 30 65 30 40 60 883 25 838 20 45 40 922 10 Ruhesitz 10 1310 816 20 40 780 40 5 20 20 60 15 25 30 10 45 50 60 10 15 90 Sitter 80 20 10 Fähnerenspitz 799 30 30 65 10 20 1506 Enggenhütten Hirschberg 50 15 40 Herisau 40 30 70 35 15 20 10 15 20 20 10 10 Resspass 20 30 814 10 40 15 1309 25 Eggli 30 15 15 Forstseeli Bildstein 60 20 50 25 1178 Meistersrüte Ruine Clanx 60 30 20 20 30 30 740 15 70 60 15 50 70 927 20 30 40 80 45 5 924 Montlinger 35 20 40 Saul Schwamm 35 1127 25 20 1031 30 Hoher Hirschberg Leimensteig 90 1167 40 St. Gallen E 30 40 892 40 15 Steigbach 10 50 45 40 60 Strahlholz 35 Hirschberg 915 40 833 70 824 Hebrig 10 100 30 100 40 Hotel / mountain inn 65 80 Hard 20 Restaurant Golf course Hiking trail Schachen 40 60 Hohe Buche Waldegg Stoss Rietli 30 20 Cable car Hölzlisberg Toboggan run Mountain hiking trail Gäbris 50 1251 Wissegg Unterer Gäbris 30 Postauto Adventure Park Alpine trailSommersberg 30 10 30 60 15 Campsite E Barbecue area 40 50 462 60 reuzstrasse 80 30 Bendlehn Demonstration Indoor swimming pool Appenzeller Bahnen20 40 40 Schwäbrig Gfeld Cheese Dairy Outdoor swimmingWarmesberg pool railway Walk time in 925 Ruin Tourist Information minutes (ascent) 903 20 Vögelinsegg Alter Zoll Neuschwendi St. Gallen