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The Top 20 Peaks in St. Gallen

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in St. Gallen is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20

to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in St. Gallen for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Last updated: December 21, 2025

Hoher Kasten Summit

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Very nice view and easy to reach thanks to the cable car.
Accordingly, you are rarely alone here.

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Säntis Summit (2,502 m)

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At 2,502 meters, the Säntis is the highest mountain in the Alpstein Mountains. The Säntis lies on the border between the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden, Aargau, and St. Gallen. The …

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Himmelsleiter (Säntis Summit Ascent)

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A challenge on the first ascent. Easily doable for ambitious hikers who are sure-footed, have a head for heights and are equipped with the right hiking footwear. Be careful of …

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Mutschen Summit

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If you are already at the Mutschensattel, the climb to the Mutschen summit can be reached in just 10 minutes. The climb is worth it... the view of the Reinthal …

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Pizalun Summit and Viewpoint

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Pizalun 1478 m above sea level (SG / GR)
The Pizalun is a viewing point with a view of the St. Gallen, Chur Rhine Valley, Prättigau, Bündner Herrschaft, Sarganserland and …

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Hinterrugg

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The Hinterrugg (or Hinderrugg) is the highest peak (2306 m above sea level) of the Churfirsten group in the Appenzell Alps.

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Margelchopf Summit

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Grabs' local mountain. Great views and great paths up.

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Neuenalpspitz

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The Neuenalpspitz is a 1816 m high mountain in the western Alpstein.
The ridge path to Neuenalpspitz is a really cool, craggy path, there are some exposed spots (difficulty T3 …

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Gulmen Summit

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Beautiful summit with a wonderful view 🥰

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Alvier Peak

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On the Alvier you have a wonderful view to the west of the Walensee, to the north into the Rhine valley to Lake Constance and to the southeast into the …

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The Top 20 Peaks in St. Gallen

Hoher Kasten Summit

Säntis Summit (2,502 m)

Himmelsleiter (Säntis Summit Ascent)

Mutschen Summit

Pizalun Summit and Viewpoint

Hinterrugg

Margelchopf Summit

Neuenalpspitz

Gulmen Summit

Alvier Peak

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Most popular routes in St. Gallen

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