Alpschaukäserei Schwägalp: A Taste of Tradition
Experience traditional cheese-making at the foot of the Säntis. Fresh alpine milk, regional craftsmanship, and exquisite Schwägalp cheese.
The Alpschaukäserei Schwägalp, located at the base of the Säntis massif, is a living testament to Appenzell's rich cheese-making heritage. Established in 1996 by farmers who graze their cows on the surrounding Alps during the summer, the cheese factory has been producing high-quality cheese with passion and care. More than 50 local farming families deliver fresh alpine milk to the factory between May and September. This milk is then transformed into the renowned Schwägalp cheese in large copper vats using traditional methods. Visitors can observe the cheese-making process through a large glass front, witnessing the pressing and tending of the cheese. Besides Schwägalp cheese, the factory also produces other specialties such as Raclette cheese, Mutschli, butter, and goat cheese. The factory shop offers a variety of regional milk products, including Schwägalp cheese, Mutschli, and other locally made dairy products. The shop is open daily from May to October. The Schwägalp cheese is known for its balanced aroma and unique character, reflecting the natural beauty and traditional craftsmanship of the region.
Local tips
- Visit in the morning to witness the cheese-making process in full swing.
- Sample the different cheese varieties available in the shop to find your favorite.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the Säntis mountain via the nearby cable car.
A brief summary to Alpschaukäserei Schwägalp
- Schwägalp 934, Urnäsch, 9107, CH
- +41713641220
- Visit website
- Saturday 1 pm-4 pm
- Sunday 12 pm-4 pm
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Urnäsch, take the PostAuto bus line 791 towards Schwägalp, Säntis-Schwebebahn. The bus stop is located near the Urnäsch railway station. The bus ride takes approximately 14 minutes. From the Schwägalp, Säntis-Schwebebahn bus stop, it's a short walk to the Alpschaukäserei. A single bus fare costs around CHF 3-5.
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Car
From Urnäsch, follow the road towards Schwägalp. The drive is approximately 8km and takes about 15 minutes. Free parking is available at the Säntisbahn valley station. From the parking lot, it's a short walk to the Alpschaukäserei.
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