Hochstein

Hochstein is a locality in , , and has an elevation of 1,346 metres. Hochstein is situated near the locality , as well as near .

Places of Interest

Highlights: Kronberg and Altenalp Türm.

Peak
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The is a mountain of the Appenzell Alps…

Peak
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The is a peak of the massif… is situated 3½ km southeast of Hochstein.

Scenic viewpoint
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is a scenic viewpoint, which is situated 4 km south of Hochstein.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Gonten and Meglisalp.

Village
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District is a district of the canton of in . is situated 4½ km north of Hochstein.

Hamlet
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is a hamlet, which is situated 5 km southeast of Hochstein.

Village
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is a municipality in the canton of , Switzerland. is situated 5 km northwest of Hochstein.

Hochstein

Latitude
47.28576° or 47° 17′ 9″ north
Longitude
9.33598° or 9° 20′ 10″ east
Elevation
1,346 metres (4,416 feet)
Open location code
8FVF78PP+89
Open­Street­Map ID
node 11244484321
Open­Street­Map feature
place=­locality
Geo­Names ID
11786513
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In Other Languages

“Hochstein” goes by many names.

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Localities in the Area

Places to explore: Kohllöchli and Nisser.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights: Kronberg NW and Jakobsquelle.

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