Zahme Gocht (1662 m) – Alp Sigel loop from Rüte

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Zahme Gocht (1662 m) – Alp Sigel loop from Rüte

Hard

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hikers

Zahme Gocht (1662 m) – Alp Sigel loop from Rüte

04:26

9.02km

740m

Mountaineering

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

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.96 km for 627 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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162 m

Brülisau Kastenbahn Parking

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Not really free anymore, that was the case

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3.44 km

Descent in the Chimney

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A head for heights and sure-footedness are prerequisites for mastering this steep path. The view is fantastic, the Trinity rocks and the Bogartenmännli are fascinating.

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3.52 km

Zahme Gocht (1662 m)

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For the "Zahmer Gocht" you need a certain freedom from giddiness, but thanks to the good security it is easy to do and also relatively tame.
After the winter months …

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3.99 km

Alp Sigel

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Yes, very beautiful, depending on the access, easy (from LSB) to a little more challenging (via Zahme Gocht or from Plattenbödeli). Alp Sigel is home to several alpine huts, each …

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5.41 km

Plattenbödeli Mountain Inn at Lake Sämtiser

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Plattenbödeli mountain inn since 1911 at 1284 m above sea level.
Unique landscape in the Alpstein.
1911 - Innkeeper Jos. Anton Dörig "Mattle" (great-grandfather of Platte Hans and grandfather of …

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7.51 km

Pfannenstiel Parking Lot

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Good paid parking lot (Fr. 5 all day, cash or with Twint) for tours towards Lake Sämtisersee. This way you can save yourself the long journey on the tar road …

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7.58 km

Alp Sigel LSB Valley Station

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Alp Sigelbahn, valley station since 1964
The valley station of the Alp Sigelbahn is located at Pfannenstiel (one kilometer after Brülisau). Paid parking is available on the left side after …

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8.78 km

Brülisau Village

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Brülisau / AI
Brülisau is in the Schwende-Rüte district in Appenzell (AI)
Brülisau is located at the foot of the Hoher Kasten at 922 m above sea level and is …

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9.02 km

End point

Bus stop

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