Rhine Valley High Path, Rebstein – Alstätten
One of the most scenic sections of the Rhine valley high-path
In total the Rhine valley high path (Höhenweg) runs all the way from Rorschach to Sargans. But it can be easily broken down into smaller easy stages. The stage from Rebstein to Altstätten is one of the prettiest and sunniest.
This hike starts from Rebstein and ends at Altstätten (St Gallen, north-east Switzerland).
Time of year: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Tags: Public transport, Suitable for families, Ice-cream at end of hike
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Hiked by us on: 1st May 2017
In total the Rhine valley high path (Höhenweg) runs all the way from Rorschach to Sargans. But it can be easily broken down into smaller easy stages. The stage from Rebstein to Altstätten is one of the prettiest and sunniest.
This wonderful stroll starts in Rebstein and as it slowly heads uphill the fantastic views quickly open up looking further up the Rhine valley and across to Austria.
The hike gently wanders along the valley. Above Marbach the walk passes the Schloss Weinstein – a recently renovated restaurant in an ancient castle and then above Lüchingen.
There are not only pretty villages, stunning views and flora to enjoy, there is also the local wildlife. Maybe not always so wild.
And you may see some slightly different looking Swiss cows!
After 2 to 3 hours you will arrive in Altstätten. Plenty of buses regularly run along the valley to make it easy to return to Rebstein.
We did not find any places for food or accomodation on this hike. Take your own supplies!
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Need some hiking down-time?
If you need a day off from hiking, below are some of the great things you can do within 30 km from the start of this hike.
Berneck outdoor pool
(3.6 km away)
Wonderful, quiet outdoor pool with lots of grassy areas. Perfect place to relax
Badestrand am Rohr
(5.6 km away)
Relax and swim in the lake which is the old Rhine
Heiden Schwimmbad
(6.0 km away)
A lovely outdoor pool with large grassy areas on which to relax.
Festungsmuseum Heldsberg
(6.7 km away)
Look back into Switzerland's second world war history in this perfectly preseved fort built into the hillside
St Margarethen mineral baths
(7.0 km away)
Recently fully refurbished wellness center - spend an afternoon to recover
Rhein railway
(8.0 km away)
Travel on the Rhein railway to the delta of the river
Götzis outdoor pool
(9.1 km away)
Beautiful area for enjoying the sun and a relaxing swim
Kobelwald crystal caves
(9.2 km away)
Fascinating underground caves - worth a visit in any weather
Gais outdoor pool
(10.4 km away)
Small quiet outdoor pool in Appenzellerland
Rolls Royce museum
(14.6 km away)
Fascinating museum of the world's most famous car.
Appenzell outdoor pool
(14.7 km away)
Great outdoor pool in the shadow of the Alpstein mountain range
Rappenlochsclucht
(14.8 km away)
Impressive stroll on elevated walkways through narrow gorge
Appenzell town
(15.1 km away)
Wonderful historic picturesque town at the foot of the Alpstein mountain range
Lindau island
(18.0 km away)
Visit the unique town of Lindau on the island
Laterns summer sledge run
(19.5 km away)
Sledging in the summer on the Laterns Sommerrodelbahn
Kronberg Alpine park
(21.0 km away)
Alpine "park" with summer sledge run and rope park - fun for all!
Hot-pot Appenzellerland
(21.1 km away)
Relax in a a unique hot-tub surrounded by Appenzeller hills and mountains
Wälderbähnle
(23.7 km away)
Steam railway through the Bregenzerwald.
Allgau Skywalk
(26.1 km away)
Tree top walk through the woods of Allgau.
Badi Schönenbodensee, Wildhaus
(26.8 km away)
Beautiful small lake for swimming above Wildhaus below the Alpstein
Werdenberg
(27.2 km away)
800 years of history and the smallest city in Switzerland - beautifully preserved places to visit
Bischofszell outdoor pool
(28.0 km away)
Relax in this lovely pool in the historic town of Bischofszell.
Hittisau outdoor pool
(29.1 km away)
Lovely outdoor pool which is never too busy. Perfect for relaxing after a long hike!
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