Appenzeller Schaukäserei, Vorarlberg Travel Guide

Name: Appenzeller Schaukäserei
Address: Dorf 711, Stein, 9063, CH
Telephone: +41713685070
Price range: 2
Rating: 4.5

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Unveil the spicy secrets of Appenzeller Käse in a live show dairy blending tradition, taste, and Alpine charm amid Switzerland's rolling hills.

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Appenzeller Schaukäserei

Discover the art of Appenzeller cheese making at this renowned show dairy in Stein, Switzerland. Watch live production through glass windows, explore interactive exhibits, taste regional specialties in the restaurant, and shop for souvenirs in a picturesque Alpine setting. Open daily with family-friendly activities including a playground.

A brief summary to Appenzeller Schaukäserei

Dorf 711, Stein, 9063, CH
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Duration: 1 to 3 hours
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Mobile reception: 5 out of 5

Monday 9 am-5:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am-5:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am-5:30 pm
Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm
Friday 9 am-5:30 pm
Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm
Sunday 9 am-5:30 pm

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Visit before 15:00 to watch live cheese production; tours at 14:00 on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Combine with the nearby Appenzeller Volkskundemuseum for a full cultural day.
Reserve group tours in advance; families save with CHF 32 family ticket.

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Getting There

Car

15 min drive from St. Gallen, 1 hr from Zurich; free parking for cars and up to 8 RVs available on-site.
Bus

Postauto from Herisau/St. Gallen to Stein Post (5-10 min walk); PubliCar app-call bus from Appenzell (book via 0848 55 30 60).
Walking

Central Stein location opposite post office; 2-min walk from bus stop Stein Dorf.

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Discover more about Appenzeller Schaukäserei

Live Cheese Production

Step into the heart of Swiss cheese tradition at the Appenzeller Schaukäserei, where visitors observe the daily creation of the famous Appenzeller Käse from a viewing platform. Large glass windows offer unobstructed views into the production area, with illustrative panels detailing each step of the process in multiple languages. Cheese making occurs daily until 15:00, blending ancient herbal secrets with modern techniques.

Interactive Erlebniswelt

The experiential exhibition immerses guests in Appenzeller culture through sensory displays, sounds of the region, and a virtual 360-degree panorama of the Alpstein mountains. Create your own herbal mixture to take home, explore the massive cheese cellar housing up to 12,500 wheels, and peer into the Käsekessel. Public guided tours in German run every Wednesday and Sunday at 14:00.

Restaurant and Tasting

Savor authentic Swiss dishes in the cozy restaurant or sunny garden terrace, featuring over 80 cheese varieties and regional Culinarium-certified specialties with more than 60% local ingredients. Warm kitchen service runs continuously, perfect for fondue or Käsefondue lovers amid the pre-Alpine landscape.

Shop and Family Amenities

The extensive shop offers Appenzeller cheeses in various maturities, souvenirs, and local products. Families appreciate the large playground for children to burn energy, making it an ideal stop. Wheelchair accessible with restrooms available.

History and Accessibility

Opened in 1977, the Schaukäserei has welcomed over 8 million visitors, serving as a community hub in Stein AR. Free parking for cars and RVs, plus easy public transport via Postauto or PubliCar from Appenzell or St. Gallen. Located opposite the post office next to the folk museum.