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Visit the Vaduz Castle in Lichtenstein
Vaduz, Liechtenstein
4.0
1 mi
/ 450 ft gain
While traveling through Germany and the Alps, we noticed a country barley visible on the map. The country of Lichtenstein is landlocked in the middle of the Alps. Although you may have never heard of this tiny country, they are famous for their winter sports, being the 6th smallest countries in the world and having a very strong economy despite its size. After reading some fun facts, we decided...
Hike the Spitzmeilen
Quarten, Switzerland
11.8 mi
/ 2887.1 ft gain
Maschgenkamm (2019m) is the starting point of this hike, which can easily be reached by cable car from Flumserberg. You can get to Flumserberg either by car, by post car from Sargans or cable car from Unterterzen. It takes about 90 minutes from Zurich.First follow the yellow sign for Ziegerfurglen and then for Calans. After an hour you will reach Calans (2069m). About 30 minutes from Calans you...
Hike around Crestasee Lake
Flims, Switzerland
1.2 mi
The hike isn't very intense or long. You just get out of the car walk through a forest, on a small path, go past a little waterfall, over a deep canyon with a river at the bottom of it. The river has a very strong blue color. After that you can go around the entire lake, it's wild and sometimes the forest is dense. We can recommend this short hike, if you want to get to amazing spots quickly, b...
Backpack to Richetlipass in the Glarus Alps
Glarus Süd, Switzerland
14.3 mi
/ 4593.2 ft gain
This is a point-to-point hike in the Glarus Alps of Switzerland, beginning in the town of Elm and ending in the town of Linthal. Elm can be reached in 1.5 hours by car from Zürich, or two hours by public transport. Take note that because this is a thru hike, it may be better to take advantage of Switzerland's excellent public transport system.The trail ascends 1400 m (4600 ft) and descends 1700...
Kaltenberghutte to Konstanzerhutte Loop
Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Austria
16.45 mi
/ 3389 ft gain
I did this loop as a wonderful trail run, although it would also be possible to hike it in a long day, or split it up with a stay at Kaltenberghutte or Konstanzerhutte (book ahead).
Starting at St Cristoph (a short bus from the center of St Anton), the trail climbs sharply before leveling out and traversing around the mountainside. Another steeper section will bring you to the stunning Kaltenb...
Verwallsee St. Anton am Arlberg Loop
Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Austria
7.78 mi
/ 1020 ft gain
Starting from central St Anton, head west and follow signs for the Rossanaweg. The gravel path will pass under two tunnels, and then continues up the river. Follow signs for Verwallsee. The path climbs at a reasonable grade up the valley, alternating between singletrack trail and gravel paths. Eventually, you'll reach the beautiful Verwallsee. You can retrace your steps from here or complete a ...
Maienweg Trail to St Christoph
Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Austria
3.85 mi
/ 1818 ft gain
This demanding, but scenic route ascends from St Anton to St Christoph. Begin in town, following the trail under the Galzigbahn to the Sennhütte. From here, the trail is a bit more gradual as it traverses the valley. Eventually, you'll take a sharp right turn and climb sharply up many switchbacks to Lake Maien. From here, you can stroll down to St Christoph for refreshments (and to catch the bu...
Arlenweg Loop
Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Austria
4.11 mi
/ 1165 ft gain
Arlenweg Loop, easily accessible from St Anton, has views aplenty. If you go counter-clockwise, you can start from anywhere in central St Anton and head towards Nasserein. Follow signs for the Arlenweg. The trail climbs through lush forest for a bit before leveling off to traverse the mountainside. Enjoy beautiful views of St. Anton, the Rendl and the Saumspitze as you pass through meadows and ...
Hike Bälmeten
Erstfeld, Switzerland
9 mi
/ 4485 ft gain
Brass Tax
Distance: 9 mi out and back.
Elevation Gain : 4,485 ft
Difficulty: Difficult
Time: Full day (overnight possibility)
The Hike
This hike begins in the town of Schattdorf. It is relatively accessible from most major cities by train and bus. You’ll take the cable car up at Schattdorf LSH up to Haldi.
0.0 mi / 0.0 km - The gondola drops you off and Berggasthaus is on your right. Beg...
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