Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 14, 2026

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Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 881 m for 3.81 km

After 5.40 km for 3.81 km

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2.33 km

Narrow trail on the northern ridge of Säntis

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You can enjoy a beautiful view of the valley and the rocks.
The path is quite narrow, caution is advised.

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2.34 km

View of Säntis

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3.74 km

Rock Crevices on the Säntis-Tierwies Trail

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Away from the path there are deep crevices in the rock, it is always an experience what nature has created.

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4.41 km

Ascent of Säntis via the Himmelsleiter

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Surefootedness and good footwear required...

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4.54 km

Säntis Transmitter

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At 2,501.9 m above sea level, the Säntis is the highest mountain in the Alpstein range (Eastern Switzerland). Due to its exposed, northern location, the Alpstein is a landmark visible …

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4.59 km

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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4.77 km

Under the Säntis, from the Wagenlücke

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Demanding tour, very weather dependent

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5.00 km

Säntis Summit Star Observation Point

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If you like looking at the sky at night, you shouldn't miss out on an overnight stay in the Old Säntis. On a clear, starry night, the Milky Way is incredibly visible to the naked eye!

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10.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.61 km

1.36 km

758 m

277 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.62 km

491 m

424 m

342 m

192 m

Elevation

Highest point (2,420 m)

Lowest point (1,340 m)

Weather

Tuesday 24 February

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