4.6km
Total Distance
1,121m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A steep 4.6 km climb of about 1,120 m from Schwägalp past the Tierwis hut to the Säntis at 2,502 m, the highest peak of the Alpstein. The upper section is rocky, with fixed cables and steps. The cable car runs back down to Schwägalp.

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Difficulty

4/5 · Difficult
  • Experience with long mountain hikes