Peak

Schäfler Ridge

Appenzell, Switzerland

Distance

2.8 mi

Elevation

↑ 1,312 ft

Effort

Moderate

Overview

Knife-edge ridge above the Alpstein with the Schäfler mountain hut perched at the top. Sunset from the ridge and dinner at the hut is the play.

Region

Appenzell, Switzerland

Access

Train to Wasserauen, cable car to Ebenalp, then a 50-60 minute hike to the ridge.

Effort

Moderate2.8 mi · ↑ 1,312 ft

Best Light

Sunset

Where I Slept

Hut stay at Schäfler, book ahead.

Tyler's Notes

Sleep at the hut — sunset from the ridge is the whole reason to do this one, and being up there in the morning before the day crowds arrive is worth it too.

Reels from the spot