Prominence 251 m (823 ft) Elevation 1,791 m Parent peak Säntis | Easiest route Aerial tramway Mountain range Appenzell Alps Parent range Appenzell Alps | |
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Location Appenzell Innerrhoden/St. Gallen, Switzerland Similar Säntis, Ebenalp, Staubernkanzel, Kronberg, Kamor | ||
The Hoher Kasten is a mountain in the Appenzell Alps, overlooking the Rhine in Eastern Switzerland. It is located on the border between the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and St. Gallen.
Map of Hoher Kasten, 9058 Altst%C3%A4tten, Switzerland
The summit is easily accessible with a cable car starting at Brülisau, south of Appenzell. A revolving restaurant, offering panoramic views, has been built on the top.
Ascents to Hoher Kasten and the neighouring summit Kamor were already described in the early 19th century.
References
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