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Appenzell Innerrhoden
Schwende

Views from Äscher – Ebenalp Mountain Inn loop from Schwende-Rüte

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Switzerland
Eastern Switzerland
Appenzell Innerrhoden
Schwende

Views from Äscher – Ebenalp Mountain Inn loop from Schwende-Rüte

Hard

4.6

(17)

132

hikers

Views from Äscher – Ebenalp Mountain Inn loop from Schwende-Rüte

01:01

2.25km

130m

Hiking

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 1.57 km for 48 m

After 2.00 km for 226 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Alpine Hut

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482 m

Plank walkway

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Great path right before and after the Äscher. Cool view.

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636 m

Wildkirchli Caves

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A mystical place that must be passed through on the way through the rock face to Ebenalp.

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684 m

View from Äscher on the Mountains

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Along the mountain path there is a small covered passage that is beautiful to look at 😊.

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738 m

Wildkirchli, Chapel of St. Michael - history
In 1621, Father Philippus Tanner from Appenzell went to the Wildkirchli to bless the cattle. He was so taken with this cave that …

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906 m

Aescher-Wildkirchli Mountain Inn

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A sensational mountain inn carved into the rock of the Alpstein Mountains – a must-see. Also recommended is the path to the Wildkirchli Chapel and then straight up through the …

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954 m

A cozy place for a picnic and simply enjoying the view...

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994 m

Views from Äscher

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A cozy place for a picnic and simply enjoying the view...

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2.17 km

Ebenalp Mountain Inn

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Ebenalpbahn Technical Specifications:

Valley Station: 867 m above sea level
Mountain Station: 1,590 m above sea level
Elevation Difference: 723 meters
Length of Track: 1,514 meters
Speed: 6 m/s
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2.25 km

End point

Alpine Hut

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.19 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

860 m

571 m

493 m

301 m

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Highest point (1,590 m)

Lowest point (1,460 m)

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