Circular hike Schwendi

Simple

5.5 km

1:45 h

185 mhd

Beschilderung auf dem Steinbock Lehrpfad

Wanderer erkunden den Steinbock Lehrpfad

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Familie wandert dem Wildbach Seez entlang.

Easy hike from Weisstannen to Schwendi. Along the way, we encounter exciting information boards about the ibex reintroduction, the Walser people, and the valley.

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Highest Point 1059 m

Lowest Point 907 m

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Start

Weisstannen, Oberdorf

Destination

Weisstannen, Oberdorf

Coordinates

46.98963, 9.344333

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Description

This easy hike starts in Weisstannen, Oberdorf. It takes us along the Seez river to Schwendi and back to Weisstannen along the spa trail. At four information boards, we learn a lot about the ibex reintroduction, the Walser people, and the valley. Two legends provide deeper insight into the local folklore.

Hidden Gem

The "Post ab" museum in Weisstannen is worth a visit. Here we learn more about the ibex reintroduction and other exciting stories from the Weisstannen valley.

Equipment

Day hiking backpack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover, sturdy and comfortable footwear, weather-appropriate and durable clothing in layers, if necessary telescopic poles, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, first aid kit, pocket knife, mobile phone, if needed headlamp, map material

Directions

The hike starts in Weisstannen. We follow the road towards Schwendi. At the junction, we turn right onto the "information trail". The path runs along the Seez river to Schwendi. Once in Schwendi, the path leads us up into the forest in front of the bus stop. Then we hike back to Weisstannen on the other side of the stream.

Directions

Public Transport

By train to Sargans, then by bus from Sargans station to the Pizolpark stop, and then transfer to bus 432 to Weisstannen.

Travel Information

Highway exit Sargans/Mels, then follow the signs to Mels/Weisstannen.

Parking

Public parking spaces available in Weisstannen (paid)

Waypoints

Natural Monument Heidiland

Dorflinde

A walk through Weisstannen leads to an impressive lime tree with almost 2 meters in diameter. It offers a seating area and is a popular place of peace and strength in the original mountain world of the Weisstannen Valley.

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Museum Heidiland

Old post in the valley of Weisstannen

The Old Post in the Weisstannental is an interactive museum with a rich history of nearly 250 years. It includes the old village sawmill and dairy, offering insights into the timber rafting of the 19th century.

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Museum Heidiland

Alte Dorfsäge Weisstannen

The old village sawmill in Weisstannen offers tours that transport visitors back in time. Registration with the Erlebnis Weisstannental Foundation is required.

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