Old Town of Appenzell – Appenzellerland Cycling Tour loop from Appenzell

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Old Town of Appenzell – Appenzellerland Cycling Tour loop from Appenzell

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Old Town of Appenzell – Appenzellerland Cycling Tour loop from Appenzell

04:08

47.0km

1,410m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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569 m

Landsgemeindeplatz Appenzell

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Appenzell Village, the main town in Appenzell
In 1870, an interior renovation was undertaken, which removed valuable old features and was generally considered a failure. Just 20 years later, in …

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832 m

Rustic mountain village in a fantastic location, inviting an extended break. The prices for food and drink might be quite touristy, but the Swabian option with Coop and Migros at the entrance to the village also works.

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5.63 km

Views of the Alpstein Massif

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5.63 km

Appenzellerland Cycling Tour

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25.4 km

Altstätten Old Town

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When it's warmer, surely a wonderful city center for a coffee break! Or, if space in your backpack allows, for a little shopping trip.

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32.8 km

Viewpoint

33.4 km

View of the Rhine Valley from above Altstätten

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From up here you have a fantastic view of the Rhine Valley. In spring, you see snow-capped mountains in the background and in autumn, when the thick mist soup lies down, the sun shines up here.

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33.6 km

Ruppen Pass

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The Ruppenpass is one of the most beautiful cycle crossings between the Rhine Valley and St. Gallen. From here you can also head towards St. Anton or to the other side towards Gäbris.

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