Appenzell Alps
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The Appenzell Alps (German: Appenzeller Alpen) are a mountain range in Switzerland on the northern edge of the Alps. They extend into the cantons of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Appenzell Innerrhoden and St. Gallen and are bordered by the Glarus Alps to the west and the Rätikon to the south-east.
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Appenzell Alps | |
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Highest point | |
Peak | Säntis |
Elevation | 2,502 m (8,209 ft) |
Coordinates | 46°38′28″N 8°25′6″E |
Naming | |
Native name | Appenzeller Alpen (German) |
Geography | |
Country | Switzerland |
Cantons | Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Appenzell Innerrhoden, St. Gallen and Zurich |
Parent range | Western Alps |
Borders on | Glarus Alps, Rätikon and Schwyz Alps |
Topo map | Swiss Federal Office of Topography swisstopo |
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