Grenzübergang Meinigen - Hoher Kasten

From the border crossing at Meinigen, the route goes via Oberriet towards Kobelwald. The road now continues through Kobelwald to a cozy inn. There, the road surface changes to gravel. Further on, you will pass by several alps and huts. The road is paved again after a few hundred meters. Towards the end, there are some very steep sections with up to 20% gradients. Upon reaching the mountain ridge, you already have a view of the summit. Those who wish can ride along the ridge for a few meters and then tackle the last meters to the summit on foot. It offers a stunning view of the Rhine valley, and on the opposite side, you can directly see the canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden.

Asphalt: 85% Gravel: 15%

For the descent, the same route can be taken or one can turn right just before the inn onto the paved Brunnenbergstraße. This leads you in steep hairpin turns directly to Rüthi, from where the starting point is easily reachable along the Rhine dam.