Alpe Obere Kalle
1.7
1,201m
Eastern Switzerland, Switzerland
About
Alpe Obere Kalle sits at 1201m in the Appenzell Alps of eastern Switzerland, a working dairy farm offering simple mountain hospitality. Reach it from Säntis via the Schäfler valley—roughly 2.5 hours on foot—or from Appenzell valley in about 3 hours. The location works well as a base for ridge walks toward Säntis (2502m) or loops through the surrounding pastureland.
The alp operates seasonally and serves hikers with basic accommodation in small rooms. Meals focus on local dairy products and hearty mountain food. Facilities are modest but functional; expect shared bathrooms and a communal dining area. The hut is family-run and popular with people seeking genuine alpine working life rather than elaborate infrastructure. Space fills quickly on weekends in summer.
Phone ahead to check availability and book your place. Summer weekends (July–August) need advance reservation—aim for at least 2–3 weeks. The hut closes during winter months. Confirm opening dates when you call, as alpine dairies adjust schedules based on weather and grazing seasons.
The alp operates seasonally and serves hikers with basic accommodation in small rooms. Meals focus on local dairy products and hearty mountain food. Facilities are modest but functional; expect shared bathrooms and a communal dining area. The hut is family-run and popular with people seeking genuine alpine working life rather than elaborate infrastructure. Space fills quickly on weekends in summer.
Phone ahead to check availability and book your place. Summer weekends (July–August) need advance reservation—aim for at least 2–3 weeks. The hut closes during winter months. Confirm opening dates when you call, as alpine dairies adjust schedules based on weather and grazing seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to check availability, especially for weekends and July-August; as a working farm with limited beds, it fills quickly during peak season.
Open seasonally during the grazing months—typically June to September—but confirm dates by phone before planning your trip.
It's a 2.5-hour hike from Säntis or 3 hours from Appenzell valley; the terrain is easy and well-marked for family hiking.
Meals feature local dairy products from the working farm; accommodation is basic rooms with shared facilities typical of mountain alps.
Yes—the easy access, low elevation, and pastoral setting make it ideal for families and casual hikers; it works well as a base for gentle ridge walks toward Säntis.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +49 8325 487
- Website
- https://www.obere-kalle.de/