Stadt Altstätten

Altstätten is located in eastern Switzerland, in the St. Gallen Rhine Valley. With its cozy alleys and picturesque houses, this historic market town has always been the center of the region. Altstätten combines the advantages of both city and village life: a diverse cultural offering and numerous shopping opportunities, surrounded by generous natural spaces in the sprawling urban area. Around 150 clubs and traditions such as carnival and various markets contribute to Altstätten's lively atmosphere. Altstätten has a population of around 12,000.

 

Central function in the upper Rhine Valley

The town of Altstätten is a service center and performs important regional and cantonal tasks. In addition to the district court, the hospital, and the regional prison, there are numerous other institutions of regional importance in the municipality, such as a vocational and further education center, career counseling, social services, addiction counseling, a registry office, an investigating magistrate's office, and a child and adult protection authority. The institutions Rhyboot, the Bild children's and youth home, and the Bellevue youth center are also located in Altstätten.

 

Living

Altstätten is characterized as a small town with mountains and valleys. Whether in a modern house on a hillside or in an old apartment in the town center, life here is simply good. The villages of Lüchingen, Hinterforst, Lienz, and Plona, which belong to Altstätten, as well as the hamlets of Hub, Hard, Kobelwies, Ruppendörfli, and Oberbüchel also offer beautiful residential areas.

 

Work

Altstätten has undergone rapid economic development. Employees earn their income in the commercial, industrial, trade, service, and public sectors. Many companies enjoy an excellent reputation worldwide thanks to their product innovation.

 

Education, health, care

The town has good infrastructure. In addition to primary schools and secondary schools, the Rorschach-Rheintal vocational and further education center, located in Altstätten, is an important part of the education system. High-quality healthcare is provided by Altstätten Hospital, several retirement homes, practicing doctors, and other social institutions.

 

Shopping

Shopping in Altstätten has tradition and style. The style is provided on the one hand by the unique atmosphere of the old town and on the other by the numerous specialty shops and service providers. Tradition because shopping is closely linked to the history of the market town: markets still play an important role.

 

Culture, leisure, and recreation

A rich cultural offering makes the town of Altstätten a lively and lovable place. This includes the Diogenes Kleintheater, the museum, the music school, the many clubs and, last but not least, the restaurants and bars. Surrounded by beautiful nature, there are a variety of opportunities for leisure and recreation. Both individuals and clubs benefit from modern facilities.