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Switzerland
Eastern Switzerland
Appenzell Innerrhoden
Hundwil

Schwägalp – Dunkelboden loop from Grenzchopf

Hard

8

runners

Schwägalp – Dunkelboden loop from Grenzchopf

01:05

7.95km

270m

Running

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

Last updated: April 29, 2026

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Bus stop

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57 m

E-bike charging station

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Charging cables available on site for every conceivable system, Bosch, Yamaha, Shimano, etc.

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57 m

Schwägalp

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Be there early, it's definitely worth it. Little going on and clear air. If possible, start very early to watch the sunrise on the summit!

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169 m

Cable car to the Säntis, Schwägalp
The Säntis was the goal of many projects. In 1903, the concession for a cog railway was granted. The planned route was Appenzell-Wasserauen-Meglisalp-Säntis. When …

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400 m

Have you ever heard of the martial art of Schwingen, which is only practiced in Switzerland? It is also known colloquially as Hosenlupf. The sport is reminiscent of freestyle wrestling and is practiced on small circles covered with sawdust.

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3.35 km

Dunkelboden

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Easily accessible, wide hiking trail over Alp Dunkelboden. The conifers standing around individually in the landscape are special. Several hiking trails meet here, including the Alpine Panorama Trail.

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6.85 km

Gasthaus Passhöhe Schwägalp

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The Gasthaus Passhöhe awaits you with classic and traditional Swiss cuisine at an altitude of 1,280 meters. From the terrace you have a wonderful view while you enjoy the Appenzell charm. All information on opening times: saentisbahn.ch/essen-trinken/restaurant-passhoehe

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7.95 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.86 km

2.07 km

1.45 km

303 m

251 m

Surfaces

3.61 km

1.75 km

1.06 km

927 m

304 m

292 m

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Highest point (1,360 m)

Lowest point (1,130 m)

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Friday 15 May

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57 %

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