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Switzerland

Eastern Switzerland

Appenzell Ausserrhoden

Hinterland

Herisau

View of Schwellbrunn – View of Schwellbrunn loop from Herisau

Routes

Bike touring routes & trails

Switzerland

Eastern Switzerland

Appenzell Ausserrhoden

Hinterland

Herisau

View of Schwellbrunn – View of Schwellbrunn loop from Herisau

Moderate

4.5

(8)

riders

View of Schwellbrunn – View of Schwellbrunn loop from Herisau

01:30

17.5km

400m

Cycling

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

Last updated: April 15, 2026

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1.04 km

View of the Alpstein and Säntis

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Wonderful view of the Appenzellerland and the Alpstein.

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6.71 km

View of Schwellbrunn

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Some people call Schwellbrunn the most beautiful village in Switzerland. From here you have a good view of it and can form your own opinion.

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7.40 km

View of Schwellbrunn and Lake Constance

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Typical Appenzell village in an elevated position

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8.09 km

Schwellbrunn - Most Beautiful Village in Switzerland 2017

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Schwellbrunn lies on a height, a narrow hill ridge, above Degersheim and Herisau and is a popular excursion destination. At 972 m above sea level, Schwellbrunn is the highest municipality …

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Due to its special location on a hill ridge in the middle of rolling meadows, Schwellbrunn is one of the most beautiful communities in Appenzell. A short stop at the side of the road is worthwhile here...

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11.5 km

Paved country road near St. Gallen

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17.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.08 km

7.43 km

964 m

713 m

351 m

Surfaces

7.02 km

5.80 km

4.24 km

483 m

Elevation

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Highest point (980 m)

Lowest point (730 m)

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Saturday 23 May

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View of Schwellbrunn

View of Schwellbrunn and Lake Constance

Schwellbrunn - Most Beautiful Village in Switzerland 2017

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