Hoher Kasten: Top of Appenzell
Experience breathtaking panoramic views from the summit of Hoher Kasten, easily accessible by cable car and offering a revolving restaurant.
Ascend to the summit of Hoher Kasten via cable car for breathtaking panoramic views encompassing six countries. This accessible peak features a revolving restaurant and a barrier-free circular trail, making it a memorable experience for all visitors.
A brief summary to Hoher Kasten
- Dorf 22, Brülisau (AI), 9058, CH
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Local tips
- Check the weather forecast before you go. Clear days offer the best views of the surrounding countries.
- Take advantage of the 20% discount on the cable car ride by arriving via public transport.
- Enjoy a meal at the revolving restaurant for a unique dining experience with ever-changing views.
- Children up to 15 years old ride the cable car for free.
- Register your vehicle at the parking meters even during the free 90-minute parking period.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From the Appenzell train station, take the Appenzell Railways to Weissbad. From there, a PostBus (Route 192) will take you directly to the Hoher Kasten cable car station in Brülisau. A single PostBus fare from Weissbad to Brülisau costs approximately CHF 2-4. Show your public transport ticket at the Hoher Kasten cable car ticket counter to receive a 20% discount on your cable car ticket.
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Driving
Drive to Brülisau via Appenzell – Steinegg or Appenzell – Weissbad. Follow the signs to the Hoher Kasten cable car. Ample parking is available at the base station. Parking is free for the first 90 minutes, then costs CHF 1.50-3.00 for 91 minutes to 4 hours, CHF 3.00-5.00 for 4-12 hours, or CHF 8.00 for a full day. Payment can be made with Swiss Francs, Parkingpay app, Easypark app, or TWINT.
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Cable Car
The final ascent to the summit of Hoher Kasten is via the Hoher Kasten cable car. A round-trip ticket costs CHF 40 for adults. A one way ticket costs CHF 28 for adults. Children up to 15 years old ride for free. The cable car departs every 20 minutes.
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