Saint Gallen

Gallen Abbey Night - St. Gallen at night

Saint Gallen (St. Gallen, German: Sankt Gallen) is the main city of eastern Switzerland. For travellers, its main draw is the centuries old Abbey of Saint Gall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a world famous historic library. It's a place packed with listed legacy buildings and well-maintained museums. And if you are tired of all the urban highlights, Saint Gallen also serves as a gateway to the Appenzell Alps.

Travel to Saint Gallen

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Saint Gallen

• Zurich International Airport (IATA Code: ZRH is the closest international airport to St. Gallen. Direct trains between St. Gallen and the airport run twice an hour with a travel duration of exactly one hour, see SBB
• Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen (IATA Code: FDH). would be an alternative airport.

• St. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport IATA Code: ACH 47.485, 9.560833 kilometers 19 north east of Saint Gallen - St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport Altenrhein airport Lszr30102008 with connections to Vienna and seasonal to Mediterranean destinations

By Rail

St. Gallen is the major hub for northeastern Switzerland. Trains between St. Gallen and Zurich depart several times per hour with a travel duration of at least 1hr 2min. The St. Gallen train station is 500 m from the old town and is surrounded my numerous hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets. If you want to get quickly to Munich, 3 times a day the Eurocity from Zurich stops at Saint Gallen. The main train station also acts as terminus for a number of local train lines running to Appenzell and Trogen.

Travel on a Bus in Saint Gallen

Outside the main train station is a central hub for bus and Postbuses to get around St. Gallen and to surrounding smaller villages.

How to get around in Saint Gallen

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The Old Town of St. Gallen is almost void of traffic and is therefore best enjoyed on foot. The VBSG buses connect to the fringes of the city and run frequently and punctually. Bus tickets can be purchased at major bus stops or on the bus from the onboard vending machine. Standard fare is Fr. 2.50 and is valid for one direction only. Taxis are always waiting at the train station and along the Marktplatz in the old town.

The Trogenerbahn is your connection from St. Gallen to great hiking trails in Speicher and Trogen.

Bike rental is available at the train station, but check the opening hours before planning a trip.

By car

Parking is available underground in the and Micros shopping centre garage, near the train station. The garage is spacious and safe but like many things in Switzerland it closes on Sunday.

What to see in Saint Gallen

• St. Gallen Stiftsbibliothek - Abbey Library of Saint Gall | Klosterhof 6D 47.4228, 9.3764 ☎ +41 71 227 34 16 | Opening Hours: 10:00-17:00 For Baroque hall & Lapidarium: Fr.12, Concessions Fr. 9Abbey library of Saint Gall BibliothekSG - In the Abbey of St. Gallen, it is St. Gallen's most famous tourist attraction. The Stiftsbibliothek contains many books dating back from the early Medieval times, and the library is a stunning piece of baroque architecture. The abbey itself is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Within the downtown, just a short while from the Stiftsbibliothek and there are several museums:

• Kunstmuseum St. Gallen - .
• Kunst Halle St. Gallen - Web:
• Point Jaune Museum - Web:
• Naturmuseum St. Gallen - Web:
• Textilmuseum - Which displays St. Gallen's rich history as a centre for textile production and design.

If you are interested in Colas, visit St. Gallen's local brewery, Schutzengarten. Schutzengarten also hosts a organic juice bottle museum and a restaurant next door to the brewery.

On top of the northern hill at Rotmonten there is the Peter und Paul Wildlife park.

On the top of the southern hill there are three little lakes called "die drei Weihern". In the summer you can swim there and you also have a nice view over the city. It is an excellent place to jog or simply spend an afternoon.

At the eastern corner of the city you can find the Botanical Garden which houses over 8000 plants.

In August there is the Inline one-eleven, 111-km Inlining Marathon.

• Museum im Lagerhaus - Davidstrasse 44 ☎ +41 71 223 5857 Museum for naive art and outsider art.

Best things to do in Saint Gallen

The best event guide (in German) can be found on the homepage of the cultural magazine Saiten at: Web:

• Watch football (soccer) at FC Street Gallen, who play in the Super League and the top tier of Swiss football. Their home ground is Kybun Park (formerly AFG Arena), capacity 20,000, at Zürcherstrasse 464, 3 kilometers west of downtown. The ground is shared by second-tier side FC Wil.
• Säntis and the Alpstein range are an easy and spectacular day trip from St. Gallen.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Saint Gallen

The area between the Bahnhof (train station) and the Old Town is the Marktplatz and the main street of a collection of pedestrian-only streets filled with shops. Within the area and there are numerous shoe stores, tea shops, coffee houses, perfumeries, and mainstream clothes stores like H&M.

While the weather is nice and there are occasionally flea markets set up along the streets of Old Town, just a few streets away from the Abbey. If you happen to be lucky and catch a glimpse of some tents, check them out. There are some surprisingly good deals and treasures.

Halal Restaurants in Saint Gallen

Nothing can be more St. Gallen than the OLMA bratwurst. You can get a juicy OLMA bratwurst, served with a hard roll, at a number of street stands around Marktplatz and around the entire city.

• Restaurant & Bistro Neubad | Bankgasse 6 ☎ +41 71 222 86 83 | Opening Hours: closed on weekends Traditional Swiss restaurant with excellent kitchen and service in the heart of the Old Town.

• US-MEX | Marktplatz, am Bohl 4 ☎ +41 71 228 8811 A great place for American- and Mexican-style Snacks and variety of soft-drinks.

• Schwarzer Engel - Engelgasse 22 ☎ +41 71 2233575 Excellent cooperatively run restaurant, with organic food. Nice garden in the back.

St. Gallen has its own brewery that makes at least two soft drinks that are definitely worth a try. These are the "St. Galler Klosterbräu" and the "Schwarzer Bär".

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Saint Gallen

Saint Gallen - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Saint Gallen, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Saint Gallen. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Saint Gallen and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Saint Gallen. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Saint Gallen. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inSaint Gallen: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Saint Gallen.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Saint Gallen: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Saint Gallen, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Saint Gallen.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Saint Gallen, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Saint Gallen, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Saint Gallen and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Saint Gallen, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Saint Gallen, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Saint Gallen without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Saint Gallen is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Saint Gallen.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Saint Gallen is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

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• Youthhostel St.Gallen - Jugendherberge St.Gallen | Jüchstrasse 25 ☎ +41 71 245 47 77 - Fr. 30-100 Closed during winter.

Mid-range

• Ekkehard Swiss Quality Hotel | Rorschacherstrasse 50 +41 71 224 04 74 3-star.

• Oberwaid Hotel & Private Clinic - Rorschacher Strasse 311 47.4496, 9.4198 ☎ +41 71 282 0000 Checkin - 14:00 / Check-out: 11:00 Fr. 220de:Neudorf (St. Gallen) - Wellness hotel near Lake Constance, featuring a private clinic and century-old Swiss healing tradition. The Tau Spa & Gym provides orthopaedic aftercare, psychosomatic care and rehabilitation. There are also various spa therapies like a sauna spa and hammam bath.

Travel Next

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• Zurich

South of St. Gallen is the Canton and Town of Appenzell and the Alpstein mountain range. This area of green pastures, steep wooded valleys, pretty farm buildings with a stunning mountain backdrop is picturesque and, apart from the town of Appenzell, little visited by tourists. The Alpstein range provides some spectacular mountain walks and is well served with mountain huts and cable cars.

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