Appenzell Route

Herisau–Hundwil–Stein AR–St. Gallen (Route 180) (Appenzell Region Route)

Take the Appenzell Route from Herisau to St. Gallen to experience the real Appenzell with its green hills, unique architecture, beautiful traditional attire, and lively local customs.

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  • Appenzell Culture Trail: a cultural voyage of discovery
      Appenzell Culture Trail: a cultural voyage of discovery Hiking

    The cultural hiking trail leads you through the lovely hills of the Canton Appenzell Ausserrhoden in three days. On about 50 interesting stations along the way you will get to know the culture, history, customs, and the people of Appenzell.

  • Appenzeller Volkskunde-Museum: the art of farming
      Appenzeller Volkskunde-Museum: the art of farming Culture/Sightseeing

    Unique traditional costumes and beautifully decorated cows – you can get down to the nitty-gritty of such typical Appenzell symbols at the folk’s museum! Discover the beauty of rural handicrafts, Appenzell peasants’ art and their textile industry, together with changing exhibitions.

  • Monastery District St. Gallen: at the center of wisdom
      Monastery District St. Gallen: at the center of wisdom Culture/Sightseeing

    The Monastery District of St. Gallen with its magnificent baroque monastery church and the Abbey library, known throughout Europe, is part of the UNESCO World Heritage. Thousands of ancient handwritings and prints are stored at the library, which includes an impressive rococo-style room.