Autumnal walks in Switzerland
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Sloping gently into the waters of Lake Geneva between Geneva and Lausanne, the gently rippling landscape of La Côte invites the visitor to linger and dream.
Adelboden (Bernese Oberland)
The varied Vogellisi Path with sculptures by local Adelboden artists lining the way takes you past mountain streams, Alpine meadows dotted with flowers as well as magnificent vantage points and manages to create a perfect connection between nature and art.
Arosio (Ticino)
Sweet chestnuts, once an important staple is celebrating a gastronomic revival.
Ascona (Ticino)
Easy hiking tour leading from Ascona's Maggia Delta along the river up to Golino.
Bellinzona (Ticino)
This hiking tour offers you the possibility to get the know the region around Bellinzona. In fall, one can collect sweet chestnuts and taste them at home.
Brigels (Graubünden)
The interesting ascent to the high valley Val Frisal at 1900 m a.s.l. leads along the Flembach and past Europe's highest spruce forest.
Davos (Graubünden)
Along the walking/cycling route to Wiesen or Filisur the Zügenschlucht and the Wiesener Viaduct are among the main highlights.
Davos (Graubünden)
Many paths lead to what is perhaps the most popular side area of Davos - the Sertig Valley with its famous little church and the age-old Walser houses and animal sheds.
Interlaken (Bernese Oberland)
Adventurous hike in the fields between Beatenberg and Habkern. The unique landscape of the limestone pavements is anlike any other.
Interlaken (Bernese Oberland)
The 2-hour walk at the foot of the Eiger North Face from the Eiger Glacier to Alpiglen at the foot of the Eiger offers overwhelming views of the Eiger North Face. Who knows, you might just meet climbers about to start the ascent or see some actually climbing up the rock face!
Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
Benediktus Trail, Walen Trail and the Four Lakes Hike, 3 of the most exciting Alpine hikes in the Lake Lucerne region. Hike for approx. three hours each day along well constructed trails. The first night is spent in the Berghaus Urnerstaffel on the Bannalp, and the second night in the Berghaus Jochpass at 6,666 feet above sea-level.
Le Pont (Lake Geneva Region)
Take a walk along the Vacherin trail and discover the artistry within this traditional industry.
Leventina (Ticino)
One of the best known hikes in the Ticino. Divided into three stages (Airolo-Osco; Osco-Anzonico; Anzonico-Biasca), this hike follows the upper trail on the left-hand side of Leventina Valley from Airolo to Biasca.
Leysin (Lake Geneva Region)
The Leysin region has miraculously been able to preserve its rich and varied wildlife. Explore the area by walking along the many marked paths (a total length of 250 km).
Locarno (Ticino)
Romantic hikes through colorful chestnut groves and deer forests with a magnificent view of Lago Maggiore.
Lötschberg (Bernese Oberland)
A five-day hiking tour for demanding individualists who expect the best. Kiental - Höhenweg Nordrampe - Kandersteg - Gasterntal - Lötschenpass - Lauchernalp - Fafleralp (5 days).
Lugano (Ticino)
The hiking tour leads from San Salvatore down to Ciona and from there on to Carona...
Mendrisio - Basso Ceresio (Ticino)
Besides its famous fossils, Monte San Giorgio has other natural attributes.
San Bernardino (Graubünden)
The small village of San Bernadino nestles surrounded by wonderful countryside and offers a choice of walks and excursions.
Savognin (Graubünden)
Along the pleasant Veia digl pader' walking path you come across 13 poems by Father Alexander Lozza in Rhaeto-Romanic and German.
Sils i.E. (Graubünden)
Walk to the Chasté Peninsula: Following the footsteps of Friedrich Nietzsche ...""
Splügen (Graubünden)
The 65-km border-crossing hiking trail Via Spluga has an impressive 2000-year past that is important also from the point of view of art history.
Thunersee (Bernese Oberland)
The "Hiking Tour around Lake Thun" makes it possible to explore the region in comfortable stages on foot.
Val Müstair (Graubünden)
The magnificent view of the Münstertal can be thoroughly enjoyed during this easy mountain hike.
Valle di Blenio (Ticino)
From Olivone to Aquila and along the road on the right-hand side of the valley to Ponto Valentino and Acquarossa.
Valposchiavo (Graubünden)
Between the "Ospizio Bernina" Refuge and the glacier mills of Cavaglia, 12 signposts depict in an effortless way the history of this high Alpine valley.
Valposchiavo (Graubünden)
The Bernina-Trek is a unique long distance trek for experienced hikers and makes for unforgettable hiking days along the majestic mountains of the Bernina group.
Verbier (Valais)
The Chamois trail is the ideal walk for anyone wishing to try and get close to chamois, ibex, marmots and golden eagles.
Wallis (Valais)
The Monte Rosa Tour takes you along clearly marked footpaths deep into the mountains and to the top of some of the most beautiful mountains with summits surpassing the 4,000m above sea level mark. The 160 km distance (of which 86 km are on the Valais side and the other 74 km are in the Piemont and Aosta region) is divided into 8 stages and includes 7 mountain passes.
Rigi-Kaltbad (Central Switzerland)
'Rigi: the Queen of the Mountains' is the slogan of the Rigi Train. And indeed, the view from the summit is fit for royalty.
Rigi-Kaltbad (Central Switzerland)
Mt.Rigi offers a cornucopia of hikes but the hike from Rigi- Kaltbad to the Urmiberg is one of the prettiest and most popular ones.
Grindelwald (Bernese Oberland)
Mt.Eiger is responsible for many myths. Especially legendary is-and remains-the mountain's North Face.
Grindelwald (Bernese Oberland)
The high alpine hike connecting Schynigen Platte to the First while hiking over Mt. Faulhorn is a real Bernese Oberland classic.
Adelboden (Bernese Oberland)
Vogellisi path has a great variety of attractions, including sculptures that line the path, mountain springs, Alpine meadows in bloom and gorgeous views. This trail offers a harmonious blend of nature and art.
Airolo (Ticino)
The ridge path from Gotthard Pass to Bedrettotal valley is outstanding because of the wonderful views of the Tessin mountain realm.
Arosio (Ticino)
The chestnut round-tour from Arosio offers not just tranquil chestnut groves, but also beautiful views of Malcantone.
Bachtel (Zurich (Region))
Interesting and varied upland hike from Wald into the Tösstal (Töss valley) via the Bachtel
Baden (Zurich (Region))
Auf dem Jurahöhenweg von Regensberg hinauf zur Hochwacht über die Lägeren nach Baden
Bettmerhorn/Bettmeralp (Valais)
The mountain trail from Bettmerhorn to Märjelensee (Märjelen Lake) is
heavily sign-posted and flagstones have been adjusted and straightened
to make the hike more comfortable. The hike's highlight is the famous
Märjelensee Lake at the glacier's edge, which filled nearly the entire
small valley a hundred years ago.
Biel / Bienne - Seeland (Schweizer Mittelland)
Walk with lots of views along the vineyard trail from Biel/Bienne to La Neuveville
Breil/Brigels (Graubünden)
The protected Val Frisal is a 3-km long high valley situated at 1,900 m above sea level. Traversed by enchanting meandering rivulets, it is home to high moors with rare flora and fauna.
Brienz (Bernese Oberland)
No other lake in Switzerland has the kind of blue color that Lake Brienz has.
Brülisau (Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein)
The spectacular mountain trail from Staubern up to the Hohe Kasten is the heart of this grand hiking tour.
Casaccia (Graubünden)
"La Panoramica", Bergell mountain trail from Casaccia to the sunny village of Soglio.
Chasseron (Lake Geneva Region)
A walk on the Jura Mountain Trail from La Combaz via the Chasseron to the sunshine terrace of Ste-Croix
Crête de la Neuve (Lake Geneva Region)
Walk on the Jura Mountain Trail from the Col du Marchairuz to St-Cergue
Davos - Clavadel (Graubünden)
Enjoy hiking in pristine mountain air - without being out of breath. Dreams come true on this simple hike from Clavadel, the sun-drenched terrace at the entrance to the Sertig Valley, to the idyllic Sertig village and the imposing Ducan Waterfall.
Delémont (Neuchâtel / Jura / Bernese Jura)
The hike from Montsevelier across the ridge path to Delémont is a tour through a landscape that is green throughout.
Eggerberg (Valais)
The ridge path along the southern Lötschberg ramp from Hohtenn to Eggerberg/Lalden is one of Switzerland's best-known panorama routes and a classic for train fans, nature lovers and panorama addicts.
Elm (Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein)
The 15-km Suworow Trail is perfectly marked.
Engelberg (Central Switzerland)
A hike over the Surenen Pass from Engelberg to the Urner Reusstal
Valley in the footsteps of the old mule-traders. This long hike can be
shortened by using the small Alp-cableways at the start and end of the
hike.
Fiesch (Valais)
The Gommer ridge path enables you to appreciate the landscapes of Oberwallis in their full grandeur. The ridge path leads along the sunny slope of Gom mountain without ever crossing the road.
Flüelen (Central Switzerland)
High above the Schächen Valley, between 1500 und 2000 m a.s.l., there is a fantastic mountain trail from Eggbergen via Rietlig up to the Klausen Pass.
Goldau (Central Switzerland)
The Zugerberg is a hill offering splendid views of Central Switzerland's Alpine peaks.
Grimentz (Valais)
The ridge path along the tree-line invites the connoisseur to fully savor the beauty of nature without undue exertion.
Grindelwald (Bernese Oberland)
The alpine hike from Schynigen Platte (plateau) across Faulhorn up to First is a classic among the Bernese alpine hikes.
Heiden (Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein)
Appenzellerland and the Lake Constance Region in all its splendor.
Hochwacht (Schweizer Mittelland)
Mountain route from Langnau to Eggiwil offering splendid views of the rolling scenery of the Emmental valley
Hundsrügg (Bernese Oberland)
Classic mountain route from the Jaunpass over the Hundrügg to the Rellerligrat peak
Kreuzlingen (Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein)
A "Royal Hike" on the Thurgau Circuit - the stretch from Kreuzlingen via Ermatingen to Steckborn.
La Brévine (Neuchâtel / Jura / Bernese Jura)
At the extreme corner of Switzerland (on the Swiss-French border) you
will find the high valley of La Brévine; almost every Swiss child knows
this name. Here, the temperatures dip to Siberian lows.
La Dôle (Lake Geneva Region)
From St-Cergue through flower-filled meadows up to La Dôle and down through lovely forests to Borex
Lausanne (Lake Geneva Region)
The hike from Lausanne through the vineyards of Lavaux to Vevey has first class views.
Lavaux (Lake Geneva Region)
The lovely vineyards on the Waadtland side of Léman are among the most beautiful in Switzerland.
Lenk (Bernese Oberland)
From highlight to highlight, this hike to the origin of the River Simme is really a thrilling experience.
Les Paccots (Fribourg Region)
From the Apéro-plate to the double cream sauce meringue..., gourmet paths with zest and piquant flavor in Les Paccots.
Lötschental (Valais)
Panoramic walk on the Lötschental mountain path from the Fafleralp to the Lauchernalp
Lüderenalp (Schweizer Mittelland)
Grandiose vistas of the Alps, the Jura and the Mittelland are your constant companions on the entire tour
Lugano (Ticino)
The hike from Lugano-Paradiso across San Salvatore down to Morcote is a highlight in the life of a hiker.
Lungern/Schönbüel (Central Switzerland)
On warm summer days, when the sun's rays shine through the roof of leaves in a forest glade, you can observe a woodland board game in the deciduous forest zone.
Moléson (Fribourg Region)
The short tour from Moléson-Village to Pringy is a stroll through the picture-book-perfect countryside of Gruyères.
Muottas Muragl (Graubünden)
Unique panoramic walk from Alp Languard over to Muottas Muragl.
Passwang (Basel Region)
Panoramic mountain walk from Langenbruck to Chellenchöpfli and on to the Passwang
Pizol (Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein)
Challenging mountain walk through the magnificent scenery of the Pizol. 5 crystal clear mountain lakes and spectacular views of the Alps of Eastern Switzerland are the highlights of the mountain walk from the Pizolhütte to Gaffia. The Wangsersee, Wildsee, Schottensee, Schwarzsee and Baschalvasee are all directly on the route.
Portes du Soleil (Valais)
Fantastic mountain walk in the Portes du Soleil area, with magnificent views of the Dents du Midi
Preda (Graubünden)
Right through the picturesque Albula valley from Preda down to Bergün 2.5 hours (or the other way...), past fascinating civil engineering structures of the Rhaetian Railway. Information plaques situated at prominent vantage points explain the construction and route of the roller-coaster-like railway line.
The signposted trail will soon continue on to Filisur and will also be completed by the railway and local museum in Bergün.
The signposted trail will soon continue on to Filisur and will also be completed by the railway and local museum in Bergün.
Rigi-Kaltbad (Central Switzerland)
As Switzerland's most visited mountain, Mt. Rigi has gained international fame.
Rivera bei Lugano (Ticino)
The ridge path hike across Monte Tamaro - Monte Lema is a hiking classic with stupendous views.
Saas Fee (Valais)
The challenging day tour from Saas Fee via the Balfrinalp to Hannigalp
above Grächen rewards trekkers and hikers with grand vistas,
four-thousand-meter peaks, stunning nature and in the solitude of
mountains off the beaten track.
Saignelégier (Neuchâtel / Jura / Bernese Jura)
The Freiberg mountains of the Jura have preserved their park-like character as well as their roughness until today.
Scuol (Graubünden)
An interesting valley hiking tour through the picturesque Lower Engadine awaits. The route leads from the spa resort of Scuol past the mighty Tarasp Castle to picturesque Ardez.
Sissacher Fluh (Basel Region)
Varied walk from Sissach over the Sissacher Fluh and the Schleifenberg to Liestal
St. Imier - Le Chasseral (Neuchâtel / Jura / Bernese Jura)
Despite a motorway and a television tower, the Chasseral is a solitary mountain range high above the Lake District.
Stockhorn (Bernese Oberland)
Wonderful high-altitude route from Gurnigel over the Leiterenpass up to the Stockhorn
Sugiez (Fribourg Region)
This hike is most appealing during the peak of the grape harvest at Lake Murten, at the beginning of October.
Uetliberg (Zurich (Region))
Imposing vistas on the hike from Uetliberg via the mountain range to the Albis Pass
Veyrier (Geneva (Region))
The Salève, Geneva's own mountain, sits on French territory and offers
grand views of the city, of Lake Geneva, the Jurassic Mountains and the
Savoy Alps.
Vira (Ticino)
Just hike in a leisurely fashion and enjoy the magnificent view Lake Maggiore and the Maggia Delta.
