Moderate Hiking Trails in Appenzell Ausserrhoden

We track 12 routes that match this search in Appenzell Ausserrhoden. They average 5.7 km and 60 m (197 ft) of ascent, with the longest running to 13.5 km.

That is 52 percent of the 23 routes we map in Appenzell Ausserrhoden. They are shorter than the local average, 5.7 km against 21.8 km, which is what makes this a practical shortlist for a half day. They also climb less than the area average, 60 m (197 ft) against 729 m (2,392 ft), so they suit a recovery day or a group with mixed fitness.

Moderate routes are the sweet spot for most regular walkers: enough climbing to feel like a proper day out, never enough to turn into an ordeal. These lean toward the demanding end, so plan for a full day and check the forecast before you commit.