Things to do around Bächli / Toggenburg
Sehenswürdigkeiten
The Saentis is the highest mountain nearby and promises impressive views to the alps, Lake Constance, Liechtenstein, Austria and Germany.
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Säntis - Schwebebahn
The Saentis is the highest mountain nearby and promises impressive views to the alps, Lake Constance, Liechtenstein, Austria and Germany.
Baumwipfelpfad Neckertal
19 LettenstrasseImpressive path among the tree tops.
Berggasthaus Aescher
One of the 100 must sees in the world...
For Chocolate Lovers
Do you love chocolate? Then a visit to the chocolate factory of Maestrani in Flawil is a must The 1 hour tour gives you ample information about the chocolate factories history and production of chocolate and also quite some ideas, how the workers try to put happiness into the chocolate they produce. The tour will appeal to children and grown ups. During work week, you can also see the factory at work. At the weekend, production stands still. The tour ends in the chocolate store ….
33 locals recommend
Maestrani's Chocolarium
41 ToggenburgerstrasseDo you love chocolate? Then a visit to the chocolate factory of Maestrani in Flawil is a must The 1 hour tour gives you ample information about the chocolate factories history and production of chocolate and also quite some ideas, how the workers try to put happiness into the chocolate they produce. The tour will appeal to children and grown ups. During work week, you can also see the factory at work. At the weekend, production stands still. The tour ends in the chocolate store ….
For Cheese Lovers
The Appenzeller demonstration dairy will take you on a very special voyage of discovery: from the handicraft of making cheese to the beautiful countryside of the Appenzellerland. You will notice that tradition and customs are still part of everyday life here. It is precisely this connection with their homeland that makes the people of Appenzeller so unique.
Who would have thought that the world-famous Appenzeller cheese originates from hilly, picturesque countryside. Its recipe remains top secret. Find out why Appenzeller cheese is the spiciest of them all. It has something to do with the air and the scent of the herbs. Make your own mixture of herbs, which you can then take home with you. Hear the typical natural sounds of the Appenzellerland. Marvel at the imposing cheese cellar, where up to 12,500 wheels of cheese are stored. You will be fascinated when you look into the cheese vats. Look into the distance of the Alpstein mountains with binoculars and experience a virtual 360 degree panorama. Come closer, feel the homeland, the enjoyment and the taste. Public tours every Wednesday and Sunday.
37 locals recommend
Appenzeller Schaukaeserei
711 DorfThe Appenzeller demonstration dairy will take you on a very special voyage of discovery: from the handicraft of making cheese to the beautiful countryside of the Appenzellerland. You will notice that tradition and customs are still part of everyday life here. It is precisely this connection with their homeland that makes the people of Appenzeller so unique.
Who would have thought that the world-famous Appenzeller cheese originates from hilly, picturesque countryside. Its recipe remains top secret. Find out why Appenzeller cheese is the spiciest of them all. It has something to do with the air and the scent of the herbs. Make your own mixture of herbs, which you can then take home with you. Hear the typical natural sounds of the Appenzellerland. Marvel at the imposing cheese cellar, where up to 12,500 wheels of cheese are stored. You will be fascinated when you look into the cheese vats. Look into the distance of the Alpstein mountains with binoculars and experience a virtual 360 degree panorama. Come closer, feel the homeland, the enjoyment and the taste. Public tours every Wednesday and Sunday.
Städtlichäsi Lichtensteig GmbH
Mountain Car Race / Bergrennen
From 11th to 12th June, the racing cars starting the race to Hemberg will pass through.
Bächli (Hemberg)
From 11th to 12th June, the racing cars starting the race to Hemberg will pass through.
For Cheese-Lovers
In his 24/7-Shop, the Master of Cheese, Willy Schmid, sells his wonderful Cheese- and Fondue-Creations - alongside a wide range of Beers.
Gemeinde Lichtensteig AG
Animal rescue
Its a great place to see lots of parrots and support the rescue with a small contribution.
Tierschutzverein Papageienhof / Büsihof
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Customs and culture
Sylvesterkläuse in Herisau, Schwellbrunn, Urnäsch, Appenzell
Like patches of bright colour dotting the snowy winter landscape, the mummers procession is probably the Appenzellers’ most venerable winter tradition. On the last day of the year – and according to the old Julian calendar on the 13th of January «beautiful», «ugly» and «forest and nature» figures take to the street, sing, ring their bells and wish everyone a happy New Year.
Customs and culture
Cattle drives from the Alps
As summer approaches, the dairy herdsmen drive their cattle up to the alpine pastures in an orderly and colourful procession. A boy in traditional herdsman’s garb leads the way. Behind him amble a few shaggy white Appenzell goats, driven by a girl in typical children’s folk dress. The main herdsman strides proudly along in festive folk dress: yellow leather breeches, red cloth waistcoat, a black hat decorated with flowers and ribbons, studded suspenders, white knee socks and special jewellery. Don't miss this spectacle which takes place around mid-September. Exact dates and places on the Net.