D1. Walensee 20 Sept.

An early start with the bus from Bischofszell. Train to St Gallen, then to Uznach, Ziegelbrücke, Walenstadt and bus to Unterterzen. Across the road we caught the cable car up to Oberterzen. From here we wandered down through the village of Quarten delighting that the sun had broken through the clouds as we looked down on Walensee and at the tall mountains that enclose it on all sides. Thinking of our Aussie friend who comes from this beautiful Canton of Glaurus!

 

We made our way to Murg Ost but had just missed the boat to Au so we had breakfast at the kiosk of the nearby camping ground before walking around to Murg West. From here we took the boat to Au, got off and enjoyed the short walk (partly through forest with lots of wild cyclamen flower) to Quinten. Walked up through the vineyards admiring the view from all angles. Had lunch in the sun on the terrace of the Schifflände resturant before going back across to Murg and the return journey to Bischofszell - with a few less train changes this time.  

  Had one more wander around the old town area of Bischofszell. So many beautiful old buildings that the cameras were kept busy. In the evening we caught up with communication thanks to our hosts great efforts in restoring internet access.