Record SL-463507 · Wikidata Q385301
Hinterrugg
No list classifications
Elevation
2,306
m
7,566 ft
Prominence
470 m
Isolation
—
Coordinates
47.1536° N,
9.3053° E
Grid ref
—
Description
WikipediaThe Hinterrugg (or Hinderrugg) is the highest peak of the Churfirsten group, located in the Appenzell Alps. It overlooks the town of Walenstadt and the lake in the canton of St. Gallen. The summit is easily accessible via the Chäserrugg cable car station (2,262 m [7,421 ft]), above Unterwasser in Toggenburg. The Hinterrugg is a well-known location for BASE jumping.
Best months
Hiking score 0–100 · 10-yr climate averagesRows beneath each bar: mean temperature, monthly precipitation. Highest-scoring month in red.
Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chäserrugg | 2,262 m | E 77° | 0.6 km |
| Schibenstoll | 2,234 m | W 276° | 0.7 km |
| Zuestoll | 2,235 m | W 272° | 1.5 km |
| Garschella | 2,022 m | E 98° | 1.6 km |
| Tristencholben | 2,159 m | SE 116° | 1.9 km |
| Brisi | 2,279 m | W 269° | 2.1 km |
Routes of ascent
| Route | Network | Distance | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churfirsten-Weg | lwn | 10.0 km | — |