Hoher Kasten — Local services in Altstätten

The ropeway to get up to this mountain is included in the Appenzeller Ferienkarte.

Upon arriving, we found the mountain extremely crowded. We later discovered that we had stumbled upon an air show, which we were completely unaware of.

The view was beautiful, and the air show added to its grandeur. In a sense, we were fortunate enough to witness this event by sheer coincidence.

The only drawback of this is that it was so crowded with people, depending on which side you were on, you couldn’t see much of the landscape. Additionally, the sheer number of bugs was abnormal. So much so that they would come flying at you the entire time you were up there, into your face, stick to your clothes, and even get in.

It was a horrifying experience. More than enjoying the view, I was so concerned about bugs getting into my mouth and clothes… Tbh, I’m not sure if there are usually this many bugs around or if it was just that day. Perhaps the smell of food and scattered scraps contributed to the bug infestation. I’ll never know for sure.

Despite the hideous number of bugs, the view itself was...

The Hoher Kasten is a mountain in the Appenzell Alps, overlooking the Rhine in Eastern Switzerland. It is located on the border between the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and St. Gallen. The summit is easily accessible with a cable car starting at Brülisau, south of Appenzell. On the top of the peak is a rotating panorama restaurant, where you can enjoy your meals and drinks while watching the view of the alps. So amazing view overlooking the Appenzellerland view. For paragliding fans you can also enjoy your hobby in Hoher Kasten! Top Restaurant...

Absolutely amazing hike from bottom to top. Sometimes can be very windy on the peak. This hike will give you spectacular panoramic views you can use also the gondola lift to go up where you will find a restaurant with good food and superb views from the big windows. There are also plenty of benches where you can rest. Definitely worth going several times. Good hike to take your kids also. Take at least one lt of water for each person there are no water sources till up and the hike requires...