Hiking guide in St. Gallen
Book a guided hike with a guide we arrange for you. Half day or full day, route chosen for the conditions and for you.
St. Gallen
Hiking guide in St. Gallen
St. Gallen sits at 670 metres in a narrow valley, which gives it a cooler, wetter climate than the lowlands and noticeably better summer training conditions. The Drei Weieren above the city are the local institution: a short steep climb to three ponds with a view over the whole valley, and the default place every runner here ends up.
Appenzell and the Alpstein are half an hour away, so hiking and trail sessions arranged from here start properly in the mountains rather than in the foothills.
The route is chosen on the day
Switzerland has extraordinary trail signage and it still catches people out, because conditions change fast with altitude and season. Your guide picks the route after seeing the forecast and meeting you, which is the whole point of hiring one rather than following a blog post.
What to bring
Proper boots, layers, water, and something to eat. Your guide carries a first aid kit and knows what the weather is doing. If you are unsure whether your boots are adequate, they probably are not — say so when you book and your guide will tell you what to get.
Paid
Prices in St. Gallen
| Session | Paid |
|---|---|
| Half day, 3 hours | CHF 230 |
| Full day, 6 hours | CHF 390 |
Prices are per session, not per person, and include your coach's time and equipment. Larger groups arranged individually — email us and tell us what you need.
Common questions
How fit do I need to be?
Say honestly what you can manage in the notes and the route is built around it. A half day at a gentle pace on a good path is achievable for most people in reasonable health.
Can we bring children?
Yes, with the route chosen accordingly. Tell us their ages — it is the single biggest factor in what is sensible.
What happens if the weather turns?
Your guide decides, and that decision is not negotiable. If the day is cancelled for safety we move it or refund it.