Kronberg is a beautiful mountain resort in the Appenzell region. It has fantastic views of the Alpstein mountain range and classic rolling Swiss farmland.

It's a particularly fun destination for families, with lots of amusements including an alpine coaster, zip line ropes course, and huge playground.

If you want to hike, we suggest the Alpine Panorama Trail, starting at the top of Kronberg and hiking down to Appenzell. It's an easy ramble starting along the ridge and ending in alpine meadows, all downhill.

Trail: moderate • 3h3' • 9.8k • 30m up, 870m down
See trail map • Learn more on SwissFamilyFun.com

Location: Jakobsbad cable car - St. Josefstrasse 2, 9108 Jakobsbad, metered parking at cable car. Train station: Jakobsbad

When to visit: cable car open April - Nov, hiking usually mid May to October, best flowers from late May through early August.

Price: one way on cable car CHF 28. Discount with Swiss Travel Pass, GA and Half Fare card. Free with Appenzeller Holiday Card

Website: kronberg.ch