Speer

Speer is a mountain summit composed of conglomerate rock that rises above the Swiss landscape to roughly 1950 meters. The peak can be approached from different directions with hiking trails that branch out from the surrounding valleys.

The region around the mountain has long served as an important connection between different mountain villages and valleys in the canton of St. Gallen. For centuries, the slopes acted as transportation routes that shaped settlement patterns across this alpine area.

The mountain landscape is shaped by the surrounding villages that regularly use alpine huts and mountain pastures. This way of life and its associated traditions continue to define the character of the area today.

The mountain is reached by train to Ziegelbrücke station and then by post bus to Amden, where a chairlift can shorten the walk. Summer months offer the most favorable conditions for a visit, as weather is more stable and trails remain fully accessible.

The conglomerate rock formations create distinctive cliff faces that set this mountain apart from other summits in the region and draw geological interest. These natural structures make the peak visually striking for hikers and give it a character all its own.

Location: canton St. Gallen

Location: Amden

Location: Schänis

Location: Ebnat-Kappel

Location: Nesslau

Elevation above the sea: 1,950.5 m

Made from material: conglomerate

GPS coordinates: 47.18576,9.12273

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:51