Schnebelhorn
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The Schnebelhorn is a mountain located near Fischenthal in the Töss Valley, between the cantons of Zurich (west) and St. Gallen (east). It is the highest summit of the canton of Zurich.
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Schnebelhorn | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,291.9 m (4,239 ft) |
Prominence | 112 m (367 ft)[1] |
Parent peak | Tweralpspitz |
Isolation | 3.0 km (1.9 mi)[2] |
Listing | Canton high point |
Coordinates | 47°19′32.2″N 8°58′46.7″E |
Geography | |
Location | Zurich/St. Gallen, Switzerland |
Parent range | Appenzell Alps |
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Various trails lead to the summit from all sides. Most of the massif is covered by forests.