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Eastern Switzerland

Appenzell Ausserrhoden

View of the Rhine Valley – View of Grimmenstein Monastery loop from Walzenhausen

Hiking trails & Routes

Eastern Switzerland

Appenzell Ausserrhoden

View of the Rhine Valley – View of Grimmenstein Monastery loop from Walzenhausen

Moderate

4.5

(2)

9

hikers

View of the Rhine Valley – View of Grimmenstein Monastery loop from Walzenhausen

02:09

7.12km

240m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.32 km

Single tree on the hill in Appenzell

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The tree stands on a hill in Appenzell, with the Vorarlberg Rhine Valley in the background. looks so beautiful I've been there many times and I'm always fascinated.

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2.07 km

View of the Rhine Valley

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On the path under a sweeping linden tree, a bench with a view invites you to rest.

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3.01 km

View of Grimmenstein Monastery

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You walk directly along the walls of the Grimmenstein monastery.

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4

3.20 km

View of St. Ottilia Monastery and Lake Constance

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5

5.34 km

Meldegg (Restaurant and viewpoint)

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Great view over the Rhine Valley. The brunch is highly recommended. If the restaurant is closed, it has a self-service refrigerator.

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7.12 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.71 km

1.10 km

730 m

338 m

232 m

Surfaces

4.16 km

1.10 km

952 m

579 m

326 m

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Lowest point (590 m)

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