Pizol

Getting there

Five gondola and chairlifts operated by Pizolbahnen whisk summer visitors ‘in no time at all’ up to the diverse mountain world of the Pizol. The valley stations at Wangs and Bad Ragaz are just a few minutes’ drive from the motorway exit and are also easily accessible by public transport. To reach the Edelweiss Bänkli, take the route from Wangs via Furt and Gaffia to the Pizolhütte mountain station.

Experiences

There are over 120 kilometres of hiking trails to discover on the Pizol: from the family-friendly Heidi Trail to the challenging 5-Lakes Hike, for which you should allow up to five hours’ walking time. In addition, numerous other summer activities such as climbing, mountain biking, mountain carts or the Alpine cinema provide plenty of variety.

Hike to the Bänkli

The Edelweiss Bänkli is now situated by the Alpine cinema at Twärchammsee, not far from the Pizolhütte mountain station. Even the path leading there takes you right into the heart of the impressive high-alpine landscape. Once you arrive at the lake, the Bänkli, situated just a short distance away, invites you to take a seat, take a deep breath and enjoy the special atmosphere of this spot.

The most beautiful view

The new location offers a real-life natural spectacle: the Edelweiss Bänkli overlooks the St. Gallen Rhine Valley. The view stretches across the surrounding mountains and the Rhine Valley all the way to Lake Constance. It is precisely this impressive panorama that makes the Alpenkino such a special spot on the Pizol.

Tip

Be sure to set aside some time for the Pizol Alpine Cinema nature spectacle. All around Lake Twärchamm, there are wonderful spots where you can linger. A particular highlight is the selfie jetty, which juts out directly into the glistening mountain lake. The newly extended Panorama High Trail also winds its way through this impressive landscape. For families, there is also a nature-inspired shallow-water area by the lake with a wooden raft for playing and splashing about.

Restaurant / Hotel

The Pizolhütte is situated right next to the mountain station. It lies on the Pizol high plateau along the Panorama High-Altitude Trail, in the immediate vicinity of Lake Wangsersee and the starting point of the famous 5-Lakes Walk. The terrace is the ideal spot to round off your trip to the Edelweiss Bänkli and the Alpenkino with food and drink.

Note

The Edelweiss bänkli at Pizol is now located at a new spot near the Alpenkino at Twärchammsee. At the same time, the name “Pizol” was transferred from the A320 HB-JLQ, which carried the name from 5 July 2018 until the end of September 2025, to the A330 HB-JHQ. This is why you will see different images of the bänkli on this website.