Altstätten is located in the east of Switzerland, in the St. Gallen Rhine Valley. The historic market town has always been the center of the region with its cozy alleyways and picturesque houses. Altstätten combines urban and village advantages: a wide range of cultural activities and numerous shopping opportunities, surrounded by the generous natural surroundings of the extensive urban area. Around 150 clubs and traditions such as carnival and various markets contribute to making Altstätten a lively town. Around 12,000 inhabitants live in Altstätten.

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, numerous other institutions of regional importance are located in the municipality, such as the vocational and further education center, vocational and career counseling, social services, addiction counseling, civil status office, examining magistrate's office, child and adult protection authority. The Rhyboot, Bild children's and youth home and the Belleveue 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 the hillside or in an old apartment in the small town - it's a great place to live. 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.

Working

Altstätten has undergone rapid economic development. Employees earn their living in trade, industry, commerce, services and the public sector. Many companies enjoy an excellent reputation worldwide thanks to their product innovation.

Education, health, care

The town has a good infrastructure. In addition to the elementary school and the upper secondary school, the Rorschach-Rheintal Vocational and Further Education Center in Altstätten is an important part of the education system. Healthcare is provided at a high level by the Altstätten hospital, several retirement homes, practising doctors and other social institutions.

Shopping

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

Culture, leisure and recreation

A rich cultural offering makes the town of Altstätten worth living in and loving. These include the Diogenes Kleintheater, the museum, the music school, the many clubs and not least the restaurants and bars. Surrounded by beautiful nature, there are a wide range of opportunities for leisure and recreation. Both individuals and clubs benefit from modern facilities.