Lehmen, Waldgasthaus - Schwende

We stayed 2 nights beginning of June. If you like traditional places, you should visit Waldgasthaus Lehmen. You would be surrounded by natural forest with a view on Appenzell Alps. One of the most common sound during the day is various bells on cow necks. We were lucky to see how Appenzell farmers bring their cows to the mountains. The farmers have very beautiful cloths! On Saturday we saw a group of farmers, who came in their traditional dresses to Lehmen restaurant and had a few hours of singing and enjoying food. The restaurant is very good, if you like Swiss food. You must be hiking in that region, otherwise food might be too heavy. I had pork steak, pork schnitzel and beef steak with noodles and mushrooms. All dishes were very tasty. You have to try local beer! And Lehmen whisky! Highly recommended! Very nice! Service is impeccable, fast and attentive. All personnel is very friendly. Breakfast is wonderful! I would prefer, if it started at 7 instead of 8… Our room 17 was great, soft pillows, comfy beds, bath, simple but cozy design. The hotel has a playground for kids. Parking is huge. You should be aware of flies, which might be disturbing in the evening. It is normal in Swiss villages. It might be quite warm in the rooms in summer.

It was like being at home with family lunch treats on the menue. Local regulars kept popping in for a beer and a chat. We had a great lunch after a snow shoe hike down from Kronberg, before being picked up by especially ordered Publi Car taking us back to Appenzall. How I love public transport in Switzerland!

Endlich habe ich meine Schulfreundin besucht. Die Bedienung war sehr freundlich und die Chefin mit dem Chef waren toll. Vielen Dank, es war echt schön bei euch. Liebe Grüße, Manu.

Das Restaurant war sehr gemütlich und das Abendessen war sehr lecker.

Sehr gutes Essen und wunderbare Lage. Ein schöner Ausgangspunkt für kleine und große Wanderungen.