Steinen: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Steinen reveals its historic character particularly at the parish church of St. Jakob. It has medieval origins, was rebuilt in Gothic form in 1318, later extended and remodelled in the Baroque style. The church grounds also include a charnel house dating from 1509. For those interested in culture, this ensemble is a specific point of reference in Steinen.

You can rent a holiday apartment in Steinen.

Nature

The island of Schwanau is located in the immediate surroundings of Steinen.

The surrounding area of Steinen also includes Charenstöckli, Rot Turen and Bögliegg.

Regional Experiences

In the wider region around Steinen are the Männedorf otter enclosure, Rapperswil Abbey and St. Adelrich Church. For visitors interested in otters, the enclosure is a specific regional point of reference.

Local Character

Steinen is associated with cherries and is known as the “Chriesi-Dorf” or Cherry Village. A spring walk follows blooming cherry trees and leads through the Aazopf floodplain landscape.

Geographical Location

Steinen is located in Central Switzerland between the Rossberg massif and Lake Lauerz.

The municipality of Steinen covers 11.83 km² and is listed at an elevation of 529 m.

Getting Around

A hiking route from the village of Steinen leads across meadows, through forests and over alpine pastures to the Wildspitz. Another local circular trail reaches a viewpoint.

Other Destinations

Other places within the same destination:

Goldau, Oberiberg, Arth, Alpthal, Rickenbach Bei Schwyz, Stoos, Riemenstalden.

To the overview of the surrounding destination: Schwyz.