Toggenburg Constituency

Toggenburg Constituency is an administrative region in the canton of St. Gallen that spreads across multiple municipalities. The area sits between distinctive mountain ranges and includes several settlements with Lichtensteig as a main center.

The region emerged as a county and took its name from the Toggenburg family, whose rule shaped the area. The history of this region is closely tied to Switzerland's political transformations.

The region shows the influence of both Catholic and Protestant traditions living side by side since the Reformation. This religious balance has shaped how communities here developed over time.

The area is connected by buses and trains that link the different municipalities together. Visitors can explore this region most easily by using local public transportation.

Wildhaus is a village within this region located in the mountains and known as the birthplace of an important religious figure. This connection to a major Reformer makes the village special in Swiss history.

Location: canton St. Gallen

Capital city: Lichtensteig

Elevation above the sea: 794 m

GPS coordinates: 47.29944,9.08694

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44