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Chapfensee hiking trail

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    August 1, 2025

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    Great trails along the beautiful Chapfensee.

    The Chapfensee is a reservoir near Mels in the canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland, on the Chapfen plateau. At full height, the lake reaches 1,029 meters above sea level. The water comes from a catchment area of 17.6 square kilometers, including the west-flowing Cholschlagerbach stream. It is part of the Chapfensee-Plons power plant.

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    April 27, 2023

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    The path around the Chapfensee is wonderful. The picturesque lake, the easy paths and the enchanting panorama are a big recommendation.
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    Elevation 1,030 m

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    Location: Mels, Sarganserland, St. Gallen, Eastern Switzerland, Switzerland

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