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Eastern Switzerland

Appenzell Innerrhoden

Hundwil

View of Säntis – Tierwis Mountain Inn loop from Grenzchopf

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Switzerland

Eastern Switzerland

Appenzell Innerrhoden

Hundwil

View of Säntis – Tierwis Mountain Inn loop from Grenzchopf

Hard

4.0

(1)

hikers

View of Säntis – Tierwis Mountain Inn loop from Grenzchopf

04:00

6.23km

710m

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: April 17, 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 881 m for 4.47 km

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Bus stop

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73 m

Schwägalp Cable Car Valley Station

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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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1.36 km

Start of the Steep Ascent to Grauchopf on Säntisweg

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This is where the steepest part of the climb to the peak of the Grauchopf begins.

The climb is pretty exposed and It can get windy. You'll need proper hiking gear including strdy shoes. Be especially careful in wet weather.

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2.33 km

Narrow trail on the northern ridge of Säntis

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You can enjoy a beautiful view of the valley and the rocks.
The path is quite narrow, caution is advised.

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2.34 km

View of Säntis

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2.95 km

View of the Säntis Cable Car Parking Lot

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Just below the Tierwis mountain inn you can see the parking lot from a bird's eye view.

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3.01 km

Tierwis Mountain Inn

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After the climb, be sure to take a break at the inn! Great location with a beautiful view. Incredibly friendly people and great food!

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3.04 km

Steep Ascent to Gasthaus Tierwies (Säntis)

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The Säntis is a wonderful mountain to climb - not difficult, and you will be rewarded with wonderful views - especially worth a start in the early morning hours to enjoy a fantastic sunrise!

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6.23 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.47 km

854 m

567 m

283 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.37 km

491 m

342 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,050 m)

Lowest point (1,340 m)

Weather

Saturday 27 June

29°C

19°C

58 %

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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View of Säntis – Tierwis Mountain Inn loop from Grenzchopf

Schwägalp Cable Car Valley Station

Start of the Steep Ascent to Grauchopf on Säntisweg

Narrow trail on the northern ridge of Säntis

View of Säntis

View of the Säntis Cable Car Parking Lot

Tierwis Mountain Inn

Steep Ascent to Gasthaus Tierwies (Säntis)

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