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    Location: Amden, See-Gaster, St. Gallen, Eastern Switzerland, Switzerland

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    September 15, 2020

    Hiking

    The picturesque village of Amden is a perfect starting point for various hikes. The view of the Walensee is simply fantastic. The chairlift takes you comfortably up to the Mattstock.
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    March 24, 2025

    Hiking

    By the way, Amden means "Amoenus mons," which means "lovely mountain." Today's Amden is just as lovely. Dreamy yet bustling, untouched yet not isolated. The location is perfect; the view couldn't be better.
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    June 26, 2022

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    Amsterdam
    Amden was first mentioned in a papal bull from 1178. After that, the pope takes the Schänis monastery under his protection and also confirms the possessions in Amden. Excavations …
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    Best Hikes to Amden

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    1. Seerenbach Falls – Tunnel with a View of Lake Walen (Walensee) loop from Amden

    12.8km

    04:33

    650m

    650m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 900 m

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    Location: Amden, See-Gaster, St. Gallen, Eastern Switzerland, Switzerland

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