Fischingen Abbey – Hörnli Summit loop from Fischingen
Fischingen Abbey – Hörnli Summit loop from Fischingen
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Fischingen Abbey – Hörnli Summit loop from Fischingen
04:38
14.2km
610m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 22, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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106 m
Pilgrim Brewery
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Pilgrimage Station – Founded in 1138 by Ulrich II, Bishop of Constance, as a pilgrimage station
A SIP OF HEAVEN ON EARTH!
At the Benedictine monastery of Fischingen, we brew handcrafted gourmet beers using traditional recipes combined with modern knowledge and technology. The beers are made from the finest monastery water, select malt, aromatic hops, forest herbs, and spices. The use of rare yeasts and extensive aging results in a unique, full-bodied flavor.
Text / Source: BRAUEREI KLOSTER FISCHINGEN AG, Im Kloster, CH-8376 Fischingen
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Fischingen Abbey
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You can find more information at klosterfischingen.ch.
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2.02 km
St. Idda Chapel in the Forest
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It is considered an insider tip among hikers who enjoy quiet paths away from the crowds. It is a place to pause and find peace, a modest pilgrimage site, unobtrusive, unobtrusive, even well-hidden. Sheltered by the large trees of the state forest on the steep slope of Ottenegg, situated on a bubbling spring, is the St. Idda Chapel in Mariahalden/Ottenegg. Its construction was commissioned by the first director of the Fischingen Monastery Association in gratitude for a successful begging tour through Europe. It was consecrated in 1890 in the presence of the Bishop of Basel, Leonhard Haas. The chapel's woodwork was completely replaced in 1982. The chapel underwent a gentle renovation in the summer of 2015, and the roof was renovated, preparing it for the future.
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2.17 km
Ottenegg Viewpoint with Marian Column
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The statue of the Virgin Mary on the high column was completely restored in the spring of 2021 by the Fischingen Monastery Association. The statue, erected in 1887, likely dates back to a movement that wasn't entirely confident about the emerging democratic state, which had forced the dissolution of the monastery in 1848. The aim was to counteract the suppression of religious influence from people's everyday lives with strong religious symbols in prominent locations. The Marian apparitions of 1858 in Lourdes were ideal for this purpose. With their eyes on Lourdes, Thurgau Catholics felt connected to an international religious movement beyond their narrow borders. This strengthened their inner self-confidence.
Mary protects the land and its people high above Thurgau and reminds us that there is a higher power above the state. She is a guardian and a warning voice.
Both the Idda Chapel and the statue of Mary on Ottenegg stand on the land of the canton of Thurgau, which has granted the Fischingen Monastery Association a perpetual building permit.
The renovation is thanks to various generous donations. However, CHF 1,300 is still needed. Perhaps a generous donation can be found for this as well.
The statue of Mary on the fountain column in front of the monastery was also renovated. We can see this as an expression of gratitude that the founding of the St. Iddazell Association preserved the monastery for Catholics. At the same time, it also expresses trust that Mary will protect and promote the work that has been begun.
Text / Source: Catholic Parish of St. Idda Fischingen, Kurhausstr. 29a, 8374 Dussnang
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2.63 km
Panoramic Viewpoint Thurgau
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3.86 km
Beautiful section to the highest point of the canton of Thurgau
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With the Groot (991.1 m), we head to the highest elevation in the Canton of Thurgau: literally "the Top of Mostindien." Interestingly, about 10 m further on lies the so-called ridge, which is also the highest point of the elevation. It rises 5 m higher than the Groot and is located entirely in Mosnang, or rather, in the Canton of St. Gallen. On this tour, we explore the idyllic Tössberg region.
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Groot - Highest point in the canton of Thurgau (991.1 m)
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With the Groot (991.1 m), we head to the highest elevation in the Canton of Thurgau: literally "the Top of Mostindien." Interestingly, about 10 m further on lies the so-called ridge, which is also the highest point of the elevation. It rises 5 m higher than the Groot and is located entirely in Mosnang, or rather, in the Canton of St. Gallen. On this tour, we explore the idyllic Tössberg region.
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8.32 km
Hörnli Summit
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14.2 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
8.04 km
1.89 km
1.70 km
1.33 km
1.08 km
197 m
Surfaces
6.03 km
3.20 km
1.99 km
962 m
778 m
728 m
539 m
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Highest point (1,110 m)
Lowest point (620 m)
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