Schwellbrunn is a village situated in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland, known for its elevated position at 966 meters (3,169 ft) above sea level. This location provides extensive panoramic views across the Alpstein massif, Säntis peak, and towards Lake Constance and the Black Forest. The region features a diverse topography of hilly terrain, agricultural lands, and significant forested areas, making it suitable for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
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4.7
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Average rating
5111
People visited

4.3
(6)
22
riders
31.7km
02:59
980m
980m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
(14)
89
riders
22.5km
02:01
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
(11)
61
riders
21.8km
01:56
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(7)
75
riders
64.5km
05:44
1,570m
1,570m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.5
(37)
142
hikers
8.17km
02:37
340m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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47
hikers
11.5km
03:35
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
27
hikers
8.71km
02:42
310m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
14
hikers
12.8km
03:58
450m
460m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
98
riders
61.3km
03:05
980m
980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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63
riders
25.6km
01:27
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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46
riders
24.9km
01:16
370m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(6)
261
riders
76.8km
03:53
1,150m
1,150m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(11)
85
riders
25.3km
01:48
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(6)
137
riders
52.0km
03:50
1,190m
1,180m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(8)
55
riders
24.7km
01:41
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
57
riders
27.2km
01:46
340m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
82
runners
17.8km
02:11
600m
600m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
38
runners
12.8km
01:22
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
runners
7.92km
00:54
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
22
runners
6.80km
00:51
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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25
riders
42.6km
02:39
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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27
riders
41.7km
02:30
450m
450m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
16
riders
51.6km
04:01
1,460m
1,460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
13.1km
00:46
130m
130m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
hikers
13.7km
05:04
800m
800m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

10
hikers
15.1km
05:52
850m
850m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

8
hikers
6.80km
02:25
390m
390m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
hikers
11.4km
04:15
720m
720m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Schwellbrunn offers a range of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features more than 20 routes for various sports. Its diverse topography of hilly terrain, agricultural lands, and forests provides varied options for outdoor enthusiasts.
Schwellbrunn is situated at 966 meters (3,169 ft) above sea level, offering panoramic views of the Alpstein massif, Säntis peak, Lake Constance, and the Black Forest. The region is characterized by rolling hills, extensive agricultural areas, and significant forests. Peaks like Hochhamm and Spitzli also provide notable vistas.
Komoot provides several guides for cycling in Schwellbrunn. These include Road Cycling Routes around Schwellbrunn, MTB Trails around Schwellbrunn, and Cycling around Schwellbrunn. There is also a guide for Gravel biking around Schwellbrunn.
Schwellbrunn serves as a starting point for numerous hiking trails that traverse meadows, forests, and lead to various vantage points. Hikers can explore paths offering views of the Appenzellerland. A dedicated guide for Hiking around Schwellbrunn is available on komoot.
Komoot users have shared more than 20 routes in Schwellbrunn. These routes have been explored by over 43,000 visitors, resulting in an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars. The community highlights include viewpoints, trails, climbs, restaurants, and settlements.
The Appenzell region, including Schwellbrunn, offers cycling opportunities suitable for various preferences. While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, the diverse network of roads and paths includes options for more leisurely touring experiences. Guides like Cycling around Schwellbrunn may contain suitable options.
Road cycling routes in Schwellbrunn can be found through komoot's dedicated guide. The Road Cycling Routes around Schwellbrunn guide provides detailed information on available routes. The hilly landscape offers challenging climbs and descents for road cyclists.
Information on mountain biking trails in Schwellbrunn is available through komoot. The MTB Trails around Schwellbrunn guide details various trails suitable for mountain bikers. The region's diverse terrain provides varied trails for this sport.
The official website for the municipality of Schwellbrunn is www.schwellbrunn.ch. This website provides general information about the village and its administration.
The general phone number for the municipal administration of Schwellbrunn is +41 71 353 38 00. This number can be used for general inquiries related to the municipality.
Yes, Schwellbrunn offers routes suitable for jogging and running. Komoot provides a guide specifically for Running Trails around Schwellbrunn. These routes allow for exploration of the region's natural landscape.
Schwellbrunn is located at an elevation of 966 meters (3,169 ft) above sea level. This makes it the highest elevated village in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden. Its elevated position contributes to the extensive panoramic views.

