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  • Hikers meet cows at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in Switzerland, Europe. In the background, a transmission tower caps Säntis (2502 m), the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hikers at Bötzel pass contemplate the distant peak of Santis, in Switzerland, Europe. Shared by three cantons, Säntis (2502 m) is the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps, which rise between Lake Walen and Lake Constance. Accessible via cable car or spectacular trails, Säntis provides a spectacular view across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France and Italy.
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  • Hikers at Bötzel pass contemplate the distant peak of Santis, in Switzerland, Europe. Shared by three cantons, Säntis (2502 m) is the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps, which rise between Lake Walen and Lake Constance. Accessible via cable car or spectacular trails, Säntis provides a spectacular view across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France and Italy. For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • Intricate frescoes decorate buildings on Hauptgasse (Main Street) in Appenzell village, in Switzerland, Europe. On the right, the red Rathaus (built 1560-83) houses the city hall, Appenzell Museum, tourist office and library, on Hauptgasse (Main Street), in Switzerland, Europe. The Rathaus facade mural was painted by August Schmid from Diessenhofen (1928). Appenzell Museum shows a cross section of the Swiss Canton's history and culture (1400s flags and banners, embroidery, folk art, and even historic torture instruments). Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Landsgemeindeplatz is a rare place of direct democracy, held yearly in Appenzell village, Switzerland, Europe. As Switzerland’s most traditional canton, Appenzell Innerrhoden still publicly debates all elections and parliamentary business in the historic village square Landsgemeindeplatz with citizens voting directly by a show of hands. In this rare form of government, every year on the last Sunday in April, around 3000 eligible voters gather in the Landsgemeinde, or open-air assembly. The region is so conservative that women were not allowed to vote until 1991. Among state governments worldwide, direct democracy by citizens (without intermediaries) now only exists in the Swiss cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and Glarus. Sadly, Landsgemeindeplatz is parking lot the rest of the year; whereas a special traffic-free park honoring their direct parlamentary system would be more aesthetic. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's smallest-population canton, and second smallest by area.
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  • Hikers at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in Switzerland, Europe. In the background, a transmission tower caps Säntis (2502 m), the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Ruinaulta (or Rheinschlucht, the Rhine Gorge of Switzerland, or Swiss Grand Canyon) was created by the Anterior Rhine between Ilanz/Glion and Reichenau, in the debris of the Flims Rockslide, in eastern Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. Panorama cars of the Glacier Express train, operated jointly by the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (MGB) and Rhaetian Railway (RhB), provide views through the Rhine Gorge. Its local name Ruinaulta means "high heap of rubble", referring to the bizarre whitish rock formations, debris from a prehistoric rockslide that 10,000 years ago blocked the Rhine (near Flims) after the retreat of the Ice Age valley glacier. Since then, river erosion has cut an impressive gorge. Protected by cliffs several hundred meters high, the forested area is a haven for wildlife. This stretch of the river, now popular for rafting, was largely inaccessible until the Chur-Ilanz section of Rhaetian Railway, or Rhätische Bahn (RhB), opened in 1903. In 2008, the "Rhaetian Railway in the Albula/Bernina Landscapes" (the part from Thusis to Tirano, including St Moritz) was honored as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rheinschlucht is just upstream of the Anterior Rhine's confluence with the Posterior Rhine at Reichenau in the Grisons/Graubünden/Grigioni/Grischun canton of Switzerland.
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  • Hikers at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in Switzerland, Europe. In the background, a transmission tower caps Säntis (2502 m), the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • View Säntis (2120 m) from Rotsteinpass in Switzerland, Europe. A transmission tower caps Säntis (2502 m), the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • A purple monkshood (also known as aconite) alpine wildflower blooms in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Aconitum is a genus of over 250 species of flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. August is a good month to see many attractive alpine wildflowers blooming in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Ruinaulta (or Rheinschlucht, the Rhine Gorge of Switzerland, or Swiss Grand Canyon) was created by the Anterior Rhine between Ilanz/Glion and Reichenau, in the debris of the Flims Rockslide, in eastern Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. Panorama cars of the Glacier Express train, operated jointly by the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (MGB) and Rhaetian Railway (RhB), provide views through the Rhine Gorge. Its local name Ruinaulta means "high heap of rubble", referring to the bizarre whitish rock formations, debris from a prehistoric rockslide that 10,000 years ago blocked the Rhine (near Flims) after the retreat of the Ice Age valley glacier. Since then, river erosion has cut an impressive gorge. Protected by cliffs several hundred meters high, the forested area is a haven for wildlife. This stretch of the river, now popular for rafting, was largely inaccessible until the Chur-Ilanz section of Rhaetian Railway, or Rhätische Bahn (RhB), opened in 1903. In 2008, the "Rhaetian Railway in the Albula/Bernina Landscapes" (the part from Thusis to Tirano, including St Moritz) was honored as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rheinschlucht is just upstream of the Anterior Rhine's confluence with the Posterior Rhine at Reichenau in the Grisons/Graubünden/Grigioni/Grischun canton of Switzerland.
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  • Ruinaulta (or Rheinschlucht, the Rhine Gorge of Switzerland, or Swiss Grand Canyon) was created by the Anterior Rhine between Ilanz/Glion and Reichenau, in the debris of the Flims Rockslide, in eastern Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. Panorama cars of the Glacier Express train, operated jointly by the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (MGB) and Rhaetian Railway (RhB), provide views through the Rhine Gorge. Its local name Ruinaulta means "high heap of rubble", referring to the bizarre whitish rock formations, debris from a prehistoric rockslide that 10,000 years ago blocked the Rhine (near Flims) after the retreat of the Ice Age valley glacier. Since then, river erosion has cut an impressive gorge. Protected by cliffs several hundred meters high, the forested area is a haven for wildlife. This stretch of the river, now popular for rafting, was largely inaccessible until the Chur-Ilanz section of Rhaetian Railway, or Rhätische Bahn (RhB), opened in 1903. In 2008, the "Rhaetian Railway in the Albula/Bernina Landscapes" (the part from Thusis to Tirano, including St Moritz) was honored as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rheinschlucht is just upstream of the Anterior Rhine's confluence with the Posterior Rhine at Reichenau in the Grisons/Graubünden/Grigioni/Grischun canton of Switzerland.
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  • See the Dom, Matterhorn and Weisshorn (left to right) from Riederalp ridge, in the Pennine Alps, Valais/Wallis canton, Switzerland, Europe. The Dom (4545 m / 14,911 ft) is the third highest mountain in the Alps and the second highest in Switzerland (after Monte Rosa). Located in the Pennine/Valais Alps between Randa (in Matter Valley) and Saas-Fee, the Dom is the main summit of the Mischabel Group (German: Mischabelhörner), the highest massif lying entirely in Switzerland. The Mischabel Group (ancient German term for pitchfork) includes many summits above 4000 meters: the Nadelgrat, composed of the Lenzspitze, the Nadelhorn (4327 m/14,196 ft "Needle Peak"), Stecknadelhorn, Hohberghorn and Dürrenhorn; and Täschhorn (4491 m south/just left of highest peak in photo), plus the flat summit of the Alphubel (4206 m / 13,799 ft, further left). From Fiesch, lift to Fiesheralp, then hike to vast views of Aletsch Glacier via Hohbalm, Moosfluh, Hohfluh, Riderfurke, and Riederalp.
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  • Valais Blackneck goat, near First gondola life station, Grindelwald, Switzerland, Europe. The Valais Blackneck goat breed from southern Switzerland is valued for both meat and milk (dairy). The long black hair on its forequarters contrasts sharply with white hindquarters. The Valais Blackneck goat is also known as Valaisan a col noir, Walliser Schwarzhals, Schwarzweisse Walliser Sattelziege, Vallesana del collo nero, Vallese, Chevre des Glaciers, Valais Blackthroat, or Viege. Domesticated goats have the scientific name Capra aegagrus hircus and were bred from wild goats of southwest Asia and Eastern Europe. As members of the Bovidae family, goats are closely related to sheep, which are also in the goat-antelope subfamily, Caprinae.
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  • The Schreckhorn, Finsteraarhorn and Eiger (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. On the right, the north face of the Eiger rises to 3970 m (13,020 ft). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • The Schreckhorn, Finsteraarhorn and Eiger (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. On the right, the north face of the Eiger rises to 3970 m (13,020 ft). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • The Schreckhorn, Finsteraarhorn and Eiger (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. On the right, the north face of the Eiger rises to 3970 m (13,020 ft). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site. This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Hike Lötschen Pass to Lötschental, from Bern to Valais cantons, in Switzerland, Europe. Kandersteg is a great base for hiking in Switzerland. For example: an epic hike from Selden in Bern canton traverses Lötsch glacier and Lötschen Pass (German: Lötschenpass, Swiss German: Lötschepass) to neighboring Lötschental in Valais canton; hiking poles recommended. The walk starts with a reserved Postbus ride from Kandersteg to Selden (in Gasterntal / Gasteretal / Gasterental), climbs 1350 meters, descends 925 m, and ends 13 km later at Lauchernalp lift station, which descends to Wiler in Lötschental, to reach Goppenstein via Postbus, back to Kandersteg via train. You can also reverse the route or stay overnight in dorms at Lötschepass hut.
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  • Hikers at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in Switzerland, Europe. In the background, a transmission tower caps Säntis (2502 m), the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • Hiker at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in Switzerland, Europe. Behind, a transmission tower caps Säntis (2502 m), the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • Hikers at Bötzel pass contemplate the distant peak of Santis, in Switzerland, Europe. Shared by three cantons, Säntis (2502 m) is the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps, which rise between Lake Walen and Lake Constance. Accessible via cable car or spectacular trails, Säntis provides a spectacular view across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France and Italy. This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • We departed north from Berggasthaus Bollenwees, briefly descended a trail under limestone cliffs shown here, before ascending west to Widderalp, Botzel pass and Meglisalp, in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. A spectacular multi-day ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. Hike a scenic ridge via Staubern to beautiful Bollenwees. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Cattle graze at Bollenwees alp, at scenic Fälensee lake in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Berggasthaus Bollenwees, founded in 1903, is a wonderful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular multi-day ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. Hike a scenic ridge via Staubern to beautiful Bollenwees and onwards to more wonders. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hiking on ridge above  the lake of Fälensee in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Fälensee (1446 m) is in a narrow valley between Hundsteingrat and Roslen-Saxer First. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • View down to Sämtisersee lake and beyond to the peak of Säntis, from Hoher Kasten mountain in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, overlooking the Rhine in Eastern Switzerland, Europe. Hoher Kasten (1795 m) is on the border between the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and St. Gallen. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • In Appenzell village, the red Rathaus (built 1560-83) houses the city hall, Appenzell Museum (attached yellow building), tourist office and library, on Hauptgasse (Main Street), in Switzerland, Europe. The Rathaus facade mural was painted by August Schmid from Diessenhofen (1928). Appenzell Museum shows a cross section of the Swiss Canton's history and culture (1400s flags and banners, embroidery, folk art, and even historic torture instruments). Appenzell village is in Appenzell Innerrhoden, Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Traditional lace costumery in Appenzell Museum, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Museum, which is in the town hall, shows a cross section of the Swiss Canton's history and culture. Appenzell village is in Appenzell Innerrhoden, Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Adlerplatz is the heart of Appenzell village, in Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell's Roman Catholic St. Maurice (or Mauritius) parish church was built 1560–84. Metzibrücke bridge crosses Sitter river. Yellow shutters mark Hotel Cafe Adler. Most of the notable buildings in Appenzell were built in the 1500s. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Seen from upper Bussalp, Wetterhorn and Schreckhorn (right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • The Schreckhorn, Finsteraarhorn and Eiger (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. On the right, the north face of the Eiger rises to 3970 m (13,020 ft). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • The Schreckhorn, Finsteraarhorn and Eiger (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. On the right, the north face of the Eiger rises to 3970 m (13,020 ft). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site. This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • The Schreckhorn, Finsteraarhorn and Eiger (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. On the right, the north face of the Eiger rises to 3970 m (13,020 ft). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site. This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Seen from upper Bussalp, Wetterhorn, Schreckhorn, Finsteraarhorn and Eiger (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. On the right, the north face of the Eiger rises to 3970 m (13,020 ft). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site. This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • The limestone Churfirsten group forms a distinctive line of peaks the Appenzell Alps, in the Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland, as seen from atop Säntis. Shared by three cantons, Säntis can be reached easily via Luftseilbahn Schwägalp-Säntis (aerial tramway) or with effort via trails, to see vast mountain views across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France and Italy. The Appenzell Alps rise between Lake Walen and Lake Constance.
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  • Hikers at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in Switzerland, Europe. In the background, a transmission tower caps Säntis (2502 m), the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif of northeastern Switzerland, and highest of the Appenzell Alps. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Alpine ibex gather at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. The Alpine ibex or steinbock (Capra ibex, in the Bovidae family) is a wild goat of the European Alps. Four distinct social groups tend to form: adult male groups, female-offspring groups, groups of young individuals, and mixed sex groups; but Adult males and females segregate for most of the year, coming together only to mate. After being eliminated from most of the European Alps by the 1800s, the ibex was successfully reintroduced. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Alpine ibex gather at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. The Alpine ibex or steinbock (Capra ibex, in the Bovidae family) is a wild goat of the European Alps. Four distinct social groups tend to form: adult male groups, female-offspring groups, groups of young individuals, and mixed sex groups; but Adult males and females segregate for most of the year, coming together only to mate. After being eliminated from most of the European Alps by the 1800s, the ibex was successfully reintroduced. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • View looking east from pastures of Meglisalp along the Rotsteinpass trail, in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • Cattle graze at Bollenwees alp, at scenic Fälensee lake in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Berggasthaus Bollenwees, founded in 1903, is a wonderful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular multi-day ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. Hike a scenic ridge via Staubern to beautiful Bollenwees and onwards to more wonders. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hundstein peak reflects in Fälensee at sunrise, in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Founded in 1903, Berggasthaus Bollenwees is a beautiful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. For a wonderful day hike, take the lift; or arranging for overnight stay at Berggasthaus Staubern or Bollenwees allows time to ascend Hoher Kasten summit (1794 m) on foot. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Berggasthaus Bollenwees was founded in 1903 at scenic Fälensee lake in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Bollenwees is a wonderful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. For a wonderful day hike, take the lift; or arranging for overnight stay at Berggasthaus Staubern or beautiful Bollenwees allows time to ascend Hoher Kasten summit (1794 m) on foot. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hauser spire (1951 m, at center) rises above Saxer Lücke pass (1649m) in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. On left is the Rhine River valley bordering Eastern Switzerland, beyond which is Austria and Lichtenstein. Saxer Lücke is the most prominent geological fault in the Alpstein, forming a fissure or gap in the ridgeline (Lücke=gap). A spectacular ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. For a wonderful day hike, take the lift; or staying overnight at Berggasthaus Staubern or beautiful Bollenwees allows time to ascend Hoher Kasten summit (1794 m) on foot. This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Martagon Lily / Lilium martagon (Liliaceae family). August is a good month to see many attractive alpine wildflowers blooming in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • A bumblebee crawls on a purple Centaurea flower. Centaurea is a genus of hundreds of species of herbaceous thistle-like flowering plants (commonly called knapweed, starthistle, centaury, centory) in the family Asteraceae. Centaurea are found only north of the equator. August is a good month to see many attractive alpine wildflowers blooming in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • View down to Sämtisersee lake from Hoher Kasten mountain in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, overlooking the Rhine in Eastern Switzerland, Europe. In the valley on right, see Brülisau, Weissbad, Schwende, Steinegg and Appenzell villages. Hoher Kasten (1795 m) is on the border between the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and St. Gallen. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Swiss celebrate National Day with costumes at a feast and concert in Appenzell village, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • Making a credit card purchase at a Swiss Bakery (Bäckerei). Bakeries are good places to find a tasty, fresh-made breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert. Appenzell village is in Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • Hotel Cafe Adler, family-run since 1820, in Appenzell village, in Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Laufen Castle (German: Schloss Laufen) overlooks Rhine Falls (Rheinfall), the largest-volume waterfall in Europe. Laufen Castle is in the municipality of Laufen-Uhwiesen in the canton of Zurich, Switzerland. In 858 the castle was the home of the Barons of Laufen. It passed through several owners until the Old Zürich War (1439-1450) when the castle was acquired by the Fulach family, from whom the city of Zurich bought the castle in 1544. Following the Helvetic Republic (1798–1803) the castle was again in private ownership. The city of Zurich reacquired the castle in 1941, and now it contains a restaurant and a youth hostel. The falls are on the High Rhine between the municipalities of Neuhausen am Rheinfall and Laufen-Uhwiesen, near the town of Schaffhausen in northern Switzerland. Rheinfall formed in the last ice age, about 14,000 to 17,000 years ago, by erosion-resistant rocks narrowing the riverbed.
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  • Lötsch glacier trail, Lötschen Pass. Bern canton, Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. Kandersteg is a great base for hiking in Switzerland. An epic hike from Selden in Bern canton traverses Lötsch glacier and Lötschen Pass (German: Lötschenpass, Swiss German: Lötschepass) to neighboring Lötschental in Valais canton; hiking poles recommended. The walk starts with a reserved Postbus ride from Kandersteg to Selden (in Gasterntal / Gasteretal / Gasterental), climbs 1350 meters, descends 925 m, and ends 13 km later at Lauchernalp lift station, which descends to Wiler in Lötschental, to reach Goppenstein via Postbus, back to Kandersteg via train. You can also reverse the route or stay overnight in dorms at Lötschepass hut.
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  • Dining deck. Berggasthaus Alter Säntis is perched dramatically atop Säntis (2502 m / 8218 feet), the highest peak of the Alpstein range and the Appenzell Alps, located in northeast Switzerland, Europe. Shared by three cantons, Säntis can be reached easily via aerial tramway (Luftseilbahn) from Schwägalp, or with effort via wonderful trails, to see vast mountain views across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France and Italy. We highly recommend staying overnight on top of Säntis as we did at Berggasthaus Alter Säntis, a fifth-generation family-run mountain inn since 1850, offering modern private double and dormitory lodging with good food and magnificent views. From where we joined it at Rotsteinpass, the spectacular, rocky Lisengrat trail to Säntis is rigged with safety cables in case of icy or wet conditions (and can be scary for those with fear of heights). In rainy weather the next day, we took the easy tram down to Schwägalp instead of hiking to Ebenalp. The Appenzell Alps rise between Lake Walen and Lake Constance.
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  • Alpine ibex gather at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. The Alpine ibex or steinbock (Capra ibex, in the Bovidae family) is a wild goat of the European Alps. Four distinct social groups tend to form: adult male groups, female-offspring groups, groups of young individuals, and mixed sex groups; but Adult males and females segregate for most of the year, coming together only to mate. After being eliminated from most of the European Alps by the 1800s, the ibex was successfully reintroduced. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Alpine ibex gather at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. The Alpine ibex or steinbock (Capra ibex, in the Bovidae family) is a wild goat of the European Alps. Four distinct social groups tend to form: adult male groups, female-offspring groups, groups of young individuals, and mixed sex groups; but Adult males and females segregate for most of the year, coming together only to mate. After being eliminated from most of the European Alps by the 1800s, the ibex was successfully reintroduced. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Alpine ibex gather at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. The Alpine ibex or steinbock (Capra ibex, in the Bovidae family) is a wild goat of the European Alps. Four distinct social groups tend to form: adult male groups, female-offspring groups, groups of young individuals, and mixed sex groups; but Adult males and females segregate for most of the year, coming together only to mate. After being eliminated from most of the European Alps by the 1800s, the ibex was successfully reintroduced. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Delicious freshly-farmed panna cotta with raspberry sauce is served at remote Widderalp mountain restaurant, in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Himbeer is German for raspberry. Panna cotta (Italian for "cooked cream") is a dessert of sweetened cream thickened with gelatin and molded. The cream may be aromatized with rum, coffee, vanilla, or other flavorings. Located below Bötzel pass and accessible only to hikers, Widderalp comforts hikers with a homey restaurant and dormitory style (Matratzenlager) lodging. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Ascend Widderalp towards Bötzel pass and Meglisalp, in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • Cattle graze at Bollenwees alp, at scenic Fälensee lake in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Berggasthaus Bollenwees, founded in 1903, is a wonderful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular multi-day ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. Hike a scenic ridge via Staubern to beautiful Bollenwees and onwards to more wonders. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • Berggasthaus Bollenwees was founded in 1903 at scenic Fälensee lake in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Bollenwees is a wonderful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. For a wonderful day hike, take the lift; or arranging for overnight stay at Berggasthaus Staubern or beautiful Bollenwees allows time to ascend Hoher Kasten summit (1794 m) on foot. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hiking on Hoher Kasten mountain in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Hoher Kasten (1795 m) is on the border between the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and St. Gallen. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • View down to Sämtisersee lake from Hoher Kasten mountain in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, overlooking the Rhine in Eastern Switzerland, Europe. Rhine River valley is on left. Hoher Kasten (1795 m) is on the border between the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and St. Gallen. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • In Appenzell village, the red Rathaus (built 1560-83) houses the city hall, Appenzell Museum (in attached yellow building), tourist office and library, on Hauptgasse (Main Street), in Switzerland, Europe. The Rathaus facade mural was painted by August Schmid from Diessenhofen (1928). Appenzell Museum shows a cross section of the Swiss Canton's history and culture (1400s flags and banners, embroidery, folk art, and even historic torture instruments). Appenzell village is in Appenzell Innerrhoden, Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Frescoes decorate buildings on Poststrasse in Appenzell village, in Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Grand Combin Massif, Sentier des Chamois trail, Verbier, Switzerland, Alps, Europe. Hike the dramatic Sentier des Chamois from Verbier, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Chamois Path starts at La Chaux ski lift and ends at Fionnay PostBus. Cross Col Termin (2648m/8688 ft) in Haut Val de Bagnes nature reserve and descend to Lake Louvie via 1800s stone barns to the north, then to Fionnay (640 m up, 1415 m down in 8.5 hours). Optionally stay overnight in dorms Cabane de Louvie.
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  • Schreckhorn (left) and Finsteraarhorn (middle) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • Seen from upper Bussalp, Wetterhorn, Schreckhorn, and Finsteraarhorn (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • The limestone Churfirsten group forms a distinctive line of peaks the Appenzell Alps, in the Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland, as seen from atop Säntis. Shared by three cantons, Säntis can be reached easily via cable car or with effort via trails, to see vast mountain views across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France and Italy. The Appenzell Alps rise between Lake Walen and Lake Constance.
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  • The limestone Churfirsten group forms a distinctive line of peaks the Appenzell Alps, in the Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland, as seen from atop Säntis. Shared by three cantons, Säntis can be reached easily via Luftseilbahn Schwägalp-Säntis (aerial tramway) or with effort via trails, to see vast mountain views across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France and Italy. The Appenzell Alps rise between Lake Walen and Lake Constance.
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  • Berggasthaus Alter Säntis is perched dramatically atop Säntis (2502 m / 8218 feet), the highest peak of the Alpstein range and the Appenzell Alps, located in northeast Switzerland, Europe. On right is Altmann peak (2435m), second highest of the Appenzell Alps. Shared by three cantons, Säntis can be reached easily via aerial tramway (Luftseilbahn) from Schwägalp, or with effort via wonderful trails, to see vast mountain views across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France and Italy. We highly recommend staying overnight on top of Säntis as we did at Berggasthaus Alter Säntis, a fifth-generation family-run mountain inn since 1850, offering modern private double and dormitory lodging with good food and magnificent views. From where we joined it at Rotsteinpass, the spectacular, rocky Lisengrat trail to Säntis is rigged with safety cables in case of icy or wet conditions (and can be scary for those with fear of heights). In rainy weather the next day, we took the easy tram down to Schwägalp instead of hiking to Ebenalp. The Appenzell Alps rise between Lake Walen and Lake Constance. This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Alpine ibex gather at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. The Alpine ibex or steinbock (Capra ibex, in the Bovidae family) is a wild goat of the European Alps. Four distinct social groups tend to form: adult male groups, female-offspring groups, groups of young individuals, and mixed sex groups; but Adult males and females segregate for most of the year, coming together only to mate. After being eliminated from most of the European Alps by the 1800s, the ibex was successfully reintroduced. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Alpine ibex gather at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. The Alpine ibex or steinbock (Capra ibex, in the Bovidae family) is a wild goat of the European Alps. Four distinct social groups tend to form: adult male groups, female-offspring groups, groups of young individuals, and mixed sex groups; but Adult males and females segregate for most of the year, coming together only to mate. After being eliminated from most of the European Alps by the 1800s, the ibex was successfully reintroduced. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Alpine ibex gather at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. The Alpine ibex or steinbock (Capra ibex, in the Bovidae family) is a wild goat of the European Alps. Four distinct social groups tend to form: adult male groups, female-offspring groups, groups of young individuals, and mixed sex groups; but Adult males and females segregate for most of the year, coming together only to mate. After being eliminated from most of the European Alps by the 1800s, the ibex was successfully reintroduced. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Alpine ibex gather at Rotsteinpass (2120 m) in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. The Alpine ibex or steinbock (Capra ibex, in the Bovidae family) is a wild goat of the European Alps. Four distinct social groups tend to form: adult male groups, female-offspring groups, groups of young individuals, and mixed sex groups; but Adult males and females segregate for most of the year, coming together only to mate. After being eliminated from most of the European Alps by the 1800s, the ibex was successfully reintroduced. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • View looking east from pastures of Meglisalp along the Rotsteinpass trail, in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • View looking east from pastures of Meglisalp along the Rotsteinpass trail, in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • View looking east from pastures of Meglisalp along the Rotsteinpass trail, in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Cattle and hikers in Meglisalp pastures, on the trail to Rotsteinpass, in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hiking in Meglisalp up Rotsteinpass, in the Alpstein limestone mountain range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hikers at Bötzel pass in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • A pig at Widderalp farm, in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Below Bötzel pass, Widderalp comforts hikers with a homey restaurant and dormitory style (Matratzenlager) lodging. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Delicious freshly-farmed panna cotta with raspberry sauce is served at remote Widderalp mountain restaurant, in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Himbeer is German for raspberry. Panna cotta (Italian for "cooked cream") is a dessert of sweetened cream thickened with gelatin and molded. The cream may be aromatized with rum, coffee, vanilla, or other flavorings. Located below Bötzel pass and accessible only to hikers, Widderalp comforts hikers with a homey restaurant and dormitory style (Matratzenlager) lodging. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Ascend Widderalp towards Bötzel pass and Meglisalp, in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • We departed north from Berggasthaus Bollenwees, briefly descended a trail under limestone cliffs shown here, before ascending west to Widderalp, Botzel pass and Meglisalp, in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. A spectacular multi-day ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. Hike a scenic ridge via Staubern to beautiful Bollenwees. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Cattle graze at Bollenwees alp, at scenic Fälensee lake in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Berggasthaus Bollenwees, founded in 1903, is a wonderful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular multi-day ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. Hike a scenic ridge via Staubern to beautiful Bollenwees and onwards to more wonders. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Berggasthaus Bollenwees was founded in 1903 at scenic Fälensee lake in the Alpstein range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Bollenwees is a wonderful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. For a wonderful day hike, take the lift; or arranging for overnight stay at Berggasthaus Staubern or beautiful Bollenwees allows time to ascend Hoher Kasten summit (1794 m) on foot. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hundstein peak reflects in Fälensee at sunrise, in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Founded in 1903, Berggasthaus Bollenwees is a beautiful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. For a wonderful day hike, take the lift; or arranging for overnight stay at Berggasthaus Staubern or Bollenwees allows time to ascend Hoher Kasten summit (1794 m) on foot. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hundstein peak reflects in Fälensee at sunrise, in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Founded in 1903, Berggasthaus Bollenwees is a beautiful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. For a wonderful day hike, take the lift; or arranging for overnight stay at Berggasthaus Staubern or Bollenwees allows time to ascend Hoher Kasten summit (1794 m) on foot. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Hundstein peak at sunrise over Fälensee, Appenzell Alps, Switzerland, Europe. Berggasthaus Bollenwees was founded in 1903 at scenic Fälensee lake, a wonderful place to stay overnight in private double ensuite or dormitory rooms. A spectacular ridge walk covered in wildflower gardens starts at Hoher Kasten, reached via cable car from Brülisau, just 10 minutes bus ride from Appenzell village. For a wonderful day hike, take the lift; or arranging for overnight stay at Berggasthaus Staubern or beautiful Bollenwees allows time to ascend Hoher Kasten summit (1794 m) on foot. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • View down to Sämtisersee lake from Hoher Kasten mountain in the Alpstein limestone range, Appenzell Alps, overlooking the Rhine in Eastern Switzerland, Europe. Hoher Kasten (1795 m) is on the border between the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and St. Gallen. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Building with painted panels in Appenzell village, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Swiss celebrate National Day with costumes at a feast and concert in Appenzell village, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • Swiss celebrate National Day with costumes at a feast and concert in Appenzell village, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area). For licensing options, please inquire.
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  • The traditional Appenzell sausage and macaroni dinner is served at Hotel Cafe Adler, family-run since 1820, in Appenzell village, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • Anvil and vice artwork in Appenzell village, Switzerland, Europe. Appenzell Innerrhoden is Switzerland's most traditional and smallest-population canton (second smallest by area).
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  • A bicyclist crosses a bridge over the Rhine River into the village of Stein am Rhein, in Switzerland, Europe. St. George's Abbey (Kloster Sankt Georgen) was founded around 1007 as a Benedictine monastery in Stein am Rhein village, on the banks of the Rhine at the western end of Lake Constance. The fascinating Klostermuseum is one of Switzerland's most important historic buildings from the late Middle Ages and early Renaissance, built in the 1300s to 1500s.
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  • Schreckhorn (in middle) and Finsteraarhorn (middle right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • The Schreckhorn, Finsteraarhorn and Eiger (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. On the right, the north face of the Eiger rises to 3970 m (13,020 ft). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • The Schreckhorn, Finsteraarhorn and Eiger (left to right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (at left 4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of height above the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. On the right, the north face of the Eiger rises to 3970 m (13,020 ft). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site. This image was stitched from multiple overlapping photos.
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  • Schreckhorn (left) and Finsteraarhorn (right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • Schreckhorn (left) and Finsteraarhorn (right) rise impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). The Schreckhorn (4078 m / 13,379 ft) is the northernmost summit rising above 4000 meters in Europe. This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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  • Finsteraarhorn (left) rises impressively above Grindelwald, in Switzerland, the Alps, Europe. The Finsteraarhorn (4274 m / 14,022 ft) is the highest mountain in the Bernese Alps and the most prominent peak of Switzerland (in terms of the lowest topographic contour at the mountain's base). This whole massif and surrounding glaciers were designated as part of UNESCO's Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site.
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