5. Four Days in the Alpstein – Appenzell Region
Important Information
When ?
July 19-23, 2023
Duration of the Trip
4 days (6 to 8h hiking per day)
Distance
8 to 15 km per day
Elevation Gain
> 800 m to > 1'000m per day
Technical Difficulty (?)
Niveau 1 – Sentier facile
Chemins larges et stables • Aucune difficulté particulière
Niveau 2 – Terrain irrégulier
Présence de racines/pierres • Pentes modérées
Niveau 3 – Terrain de montagne
Sentiers plus raides ou étroits • Passages techniques possibles
Niveau 4 – Terrain engagé
Passages exposés • Hors sentier possible • Pied sûr indispensable
Physical Difficulty (?)
Niveau 1 – Très facile
2 à 3h de marche • Peu de dénivelé • Accessible à tous
Niveau 2 – Facile
3 à 5h • Jusqu’à ~600 m de dénivelé • Effort modéré
Niveau 3 – Soutenu
5 à 7h • 800 à 1200 m de dénivelé • Bonne condition physique
Niveau 4 – Exigeant
6 à 8h et + • Jusqu’à 1500 m de dénivelé • Très bonne endurance
Where
Alpstein
Number of Participants
2 minimum – 8 maximum
Price per person: 60 CHF per day – 240 CHF for the full trip
*Excluding transportation, accommodation, and meals costs
Hike Description :
A breathtaking itinerary for hikers in good physical condition, offering stunning views from the ridges over the three lakes of the Alpstein. You will explore the town of Appenzell and discover the unique geology of this massif, with alpine flora at its peak during this time of year. The Berggasthäuser (mountain inns) serve regional culinary specialties. Surrounded by unforgettable landscapes, the various hikes along accessible yet steep trails will leave a lasting impression and evoke strong emotions.
Equipment :
- Good hiking boots, high-cut, waterproof, with a solid tread
- Warm clothing for breaks (fleece, down jacket, windbreaker)
- Rain gear
- 1 l of water (bottle or hydration pack)
- Sunglasses, hat, ad sunscreen
Pique-nique pour le midi du premier jour et petits encas (il y aura des auberges sur l’itinéraire)
- Binoculars (if you have them)
- Camera (optional)
- Trekking poles (if needed)
- Your personal first-aid kit
Registration & Information:
Vous pouvez contacter Chocard Aventure via le bouton « Je souhaite refaire cette sortie we can send you an email to organize and confirm your registration for your upcoming outing.
