Lakes in St. Gallen

The Schottensee and the Wildsee are the two most beautiful on the 5-lake hike. The colors of the lakes are really kitschy and almost surreal. Depending on the incidence of … read more

One lake more beautiful than the other, but each one is unique. The Schwarzsee lives up to its name and shimmers darkly in the sunlight.

The Walensee is a lake in the eastern Prealps in Switzerland and is located in the cantons of St. Gallen and Glarus. Wikipedia
Average depth: 105 m
Altitude above sea … read more

The idyllic Chapfensee is a very popular destination for hikers, mountain bikers, fishermen and other nature lovers. Fire pits, picnic areas and benches can be found around the Chapfensee. The … read more

Beautiful secluded lake with fire pit. Ideal for a lunch break when hiking.

It is always worthwhile to come up here, the bike has to be pushed partially. Actually a driving ban would be but during the week, when hardly anyone is there, … read more

In good weather, very nice to dangle your soul. You forget the everyday life around you. Highly recommended. 👍

The cycle path leads for the most part on a footbridge directly along the lake.

From Lake Baschalva you can see all the way into the Rhine Valley, although that becomes irrelevant when you look at this beautiful mountain lake. Depending on which direction you … read more

Mega beautifully situated and very idyllic. A wonderful place for a longer break.

The lake is often left behind, but wrongly! Not too attractive from the west, but coming from the east, you can be very lucky and see great water reflections.

Wichensteiner See, Oberriet
The Wichensteinsee is located in the municipality of Oberriet at the eastern foot of the Semelenberg. A clay pit was operated on the area of today's lake … read more

Werdenberg is always worth a trip.

A small reservoir in the forest that can be walked around (but partly swampy). Pretty nice for a reservoir, but not earth-shattering. The water is relatively turquoise.