Appenzellerland for keen adventurers – 24 hours
1. CIRCULAR TRAIL TO HUNDWILER HÖHE
Start your excursion at the Zürchersmühle railway station in Urnäsch and hike up through meadows and forests to the Hundwiler Höhe peak (light green line on the overview map).
From the top of this pyramid-shaped elevation, you can enjoy wonderful views from the Alpstein massif to Lake Constance. After a short breather, return to your starting point.
2. TRADITIONAL HOME-STYLE COOKING (3 HRS)
From Zürchersmühle, drive to the Erlebnis Waldegg in Teufen (30 mins; blue line on the overview map).
The Schnuggenbock themed restaurant takes you back in time, conjuring up a cosy parlour setting from a bygone age (orange dot on the overview map). Settle in at grandma’s farmhouse and enjoy some tasty Appenzell fare. After dinner, it’s worth looking around a bit more. Erlebnis Waldegg has so much to offer!
3. MOPED MANIA (2 HRS 30 MINS)
From the Erlebnis Waldegg, walk along the Eggen-Höhenweg trail to Teufen. (30 mins; dark green line on the overview map).
Take a trip back in time! Putter placidly through the hilly Appenzell landscape on a moped, feeling the wind in your hair and drinking in the glorious views. The route will take you back to Waldegg, where you can return your moped and continue by car.
4. BATHE BENEATH A STARRY SKY (10 HRS)
When evening comes, relax in a warm hot tub and recover from the day.
You can also combine this experience with an overnight stay on the farm.
5. MARVEL AND INDULGE (1 HR 30 MINS)
Take a leisurely stroll along Appenzell’s main street to the Flauderei (yellow dot on the overview map).
This is the place for all things Goba, Flauder and more. The Flauderei is an exhibition space, treasure trove, visitor experience and shop all in one. Try, taste and buy herbal tea blends, jams, liqueurs, bitters, Flauder products and chocolate treats.
6. DISCOVER THE ART OF BREWING (2 HRS)
Now it’s time to set off for the Brauerei Locher visitor’s centre (red dot on the overview map). On a captivating tour of the brewery, you’ll learn all sorts of fascinating facts about the art of brewing here and learn how Appenzell beer and Säntis malt whisky are made with fresh spring water.
Beer-tasting sessions for individual visitors take place every Monday (April–October) at 1 pm. Pre-booking is not required.