Alpine Highlights

Discover the Glarus Alps' natural and cultural highlights, featuring prominent peaks like Piz Sardona and Calanda, scenic waterfalls Buelfall and Saarfall, historic mining heritage at Gonzen Mines, and unique museums including the Drachenlochmuseum. Regional restaurants offer authentic alpine cuisine amidst alpine hut settings.

Alpine Highlights — Mapa

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Geopark Sardona

Piz Sardona is a mountain in the Glarus Alps, on the border between the cantons Glarus and St. Gallen.

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Calanda

The Calanda is a mountain in the Glarus Alps with two main peaks: Haldensteiner Calanda and Felsberger Calanda, both located on the border…

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Ilge

Alpine restaurant serving local specialties with mountain views.

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Buelfall

Waterfall located within the Glarus Alps region.

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Saarfall

Waterfall notable for its natural setting in the alpine landscape.

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Gonzen Mines

If you interested in the industrial heritage, pay a visit to this old mine that has been left in the original condition.

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Drachenlochmuseum

Museum focusing on regional history and archaeology.

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Maschgenlücke

Restaurant specializing in regional cuisine in an alpine hut atmosphere.

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Tannenboden

Alpine restaurant offering regional dishes with public toilet facilities.