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St. Gallen
Sarganserland
Mels

Lake Chapfen – Chapfen Lake loop from Mels

Hard

13

runners

Lake Chapfen – Chapfen Lake loop from Mels

01:41

12.2km

610m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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506 m

Lourdes Grottoes, Mels

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The three Mary/Lourdes Grottos in Mels
The first Mary Grotto from 1937
It was built as a place of prayer on the Castels-Böüdeli (Castels-Boden) by Josef Good, Mels.
However, the …

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4.63 km

3

4.67 km

Lake Chapfen

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It makes sense to hike around the lake, leave your bike behind!

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5.25 km

Chapfen Lake

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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 …

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5.43 km

Beautiful view of the Chapfensee

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Great view over the beautiful Chapfensee.

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5.53 km

Chapfensee hiking trail

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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 …

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5.59 km

Chapfensee Lake

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Chapfensee offers a serene and scenic route for cycle tourists looking to enjoy a peaceful ride with stunning views. At the lake you will enjoy a beautiful, quiet spot surrounded by wild flowers.

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6.51 km

Rocky Forest Downhill Trail

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12.2 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.71 km

2.82 km

1.72 km

1.49 km

816 m

598 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.74 km

3.11 km

1.68 km

1.56 km

877 m

226 m

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Highest point (1,040 m)

Lowest point (480 m)

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Saturday 10 October

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29 %

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