Skiing in Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Appenzell Ausserrhoden is a ski destination in Switzerland, part of The Alps region, with 6 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 806m to 1,083m, giving a vertical range of 277m. Across the area there are 11km of prepared pistes. There are 26 runs in total - 14 easy, 8 intermediate, 2 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 9 ski lifts serve the slopes. Notable resorts in the area include Heiden, Grub-Kaien, Urnäsch and Speicher. The ski season typically runs from November to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €98 on average.
Ski Resorts in Appenzell Ausserrhoden
6 ski resorts in Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Gais
Gais is a ski resort in Switzerland with a terrain park.
Grub-Kaien
Skilift Grub-Kaien is a ski lift located on the Heiden – Grub – St. Gallen road, offering a large free parking lot and easy public transport access. It features a single lift with a vertical drop of 220 meters, from 845m to 1065m.
Heiden
Wintersport hoch über dem Bodensee am Skilift Heiden. Wintersport über dem Bodensee am Skilift Heiden. Ideal für Kinder, Anfänger und alle diejenigen, die das Wintersportvergnügen vor ihrer Haustüre nicht missen wollen. Wir freuen uns auf ihren Besuch!
Schwellbrunn
The Skilift Landscheide is an ideal lift for beginners, less experienced skiers, toddlers, and snowboard beginners. It is very sunny with a magnificent panoramic view of the entire Alpstein.
Speicher
Skilift Vögelinsegg and Skilift Blatten are two ski lifts located in Speicher. Their current season has ended, and they are looking forward to welcoming visitors again next season.
Urnäsch
Skilift Urnäsch AG is a ski resort that is currently in its summer break.
Appenzell Ausserrhoden at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 6 resorts
Total Resorts
6
Total Piste km
11 km
Total Lifts
34
Elevation Range
806–1,083 m
Avg Day Pass
€98
Total Runs
26
Where to start in Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Top picks across 1 category
Best value
- 1.GaisGood
- 2.Grub-KaienGood
- 3.SchwellbrunnGood
Top Resorts in Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grub-Kaien | 3 | 220 | 1 |
| Heiden | 3 | 133 | 2 |
| Urnäsch | 2 | 252 | 2 |
| Speicher | 1 | 104 | 2 |
| Gais | 1 | 87 | 26 |
| Schwellbrunn | 1 | 62 | 1 |
Season Calendar - Appenzell Ausserrhoden
When each resort is open for skiing
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