Hiking Highlight
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 …
Tip by Martina
Hiking Highlight
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.
Tip by Flyin' high
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Road Cycling Highlight
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 …
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Hiking Highlight
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 …
Tip by Werner K
Hiking Highlight
Beautiful secluded lake with fire pit. Ideal for a lunch break when hiking.
Tip by Christian K. & Miriam
Mountain Biking Highlight
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, …
Tip by David
Bike Touring Highlight
The cycle path leads for the most part on a footbridge directly along the lake.
Tip by Alpvelo
Hiking Highlight
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 …
Tip by Martina
Hiking Highlight
Mega beautifully situated and very idyllic. A wonderful place for a longer break.
Tip by Kitty767
Hiking Highlight
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.
Tip by 2CoinsTravel
Bike Touring Highlight
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 …
Tip by Paul Mura
Hiking Highlight
Werdenberg is always worth a trip.
Tip by Paul Mura
Hiking Highlight
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.
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