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Eastern Switzerland

Appenzell Ausserrhoden

Stoss Battlefield Chapel – Geißensteig Forest Trail loop from Stoss

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Eastern Switzerland

Appenzell Ausserrhoden

Stoss Battlefield Chapel – Geißensteig Forest Trail loop from Stoss

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4.9

(8)

34

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Stoss Battlefield Chapel – Geißensteig Forest Trail loop from Stoss

01:54

5.93km

230m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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110 m

Stoss Battlefield Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

A very pretty little chapel, an inn, just a few meters away is the battle memorial with a great view and directly opposite the chapel there is parking and a …

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1.59 km

Sommersberg Swing with a View

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In summer this is a wonderful place to take a break with a beautiful view and in winter this area is ideal for easy and safe snowshoe tours or winter …

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2.00 km

Sommersberg Inn

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All over the summer mountain, including here, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Alpstein and the Rhine Valley.

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2.73 km

Geißensteig Forest Trail

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This section through the forest is super beautiful and leads over beautiful rooty forest paths.

PS .: This section is also very beautiful in winter and is also suitable for …

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5

3.71 km

View of the Gais Plain

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With a little altitude you have a very nice view of the Gais high moor.

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6

5.81 km

Stoss Chapel

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Many years ago, the Appenzeller fought successfully against today's Austrians, the Battle of Stoos is still remembered every year

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5.93 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.60 km

2.04 km

1.09 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.99 km

1.39 km

1.37 km

794 m

357 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (1,160 m)

Lowest point (940 m)

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Friday 19 June

31°C

17°C

24 %

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