Summer mountain tips

800 hectares of vineyards make Lavaux Switzerland's largest wine-producing area.
And a wonderful area for cycling.

Gently rocking waves, peace and quiet, relaxation and fine food: the best way to discover the varied Lake Zurich area is by taking a boat trip. The “rose town” of Rapperswil and the sunny “golden coast” on the northern shore are particularly worth visiting, as is of course the dynamic metropolis of Zurich with its countless attractions.

Switzerland’s first nature experience park harbours many a secret: a genuine idyll, a wildlife park and even a few puzzles for researchers.

Switzerland doesn't get more diverse than in the Muotathal - explore the Hölloch caves, then hike through the natural forest.

Zürich Zoo - with 320 species of animals from all over the word - is situated in a beautiful, natural parkland, where impressive encounters await the visitors.

Switzerland's first national mountain-bike route leads from the Engadine valley to the Rhone – 666 devilishly challenging kilometres across the Alps. It's the world's longest – and one of the toughest.

This varied long-distance footpath running right across Switzerland showcases everything that makes the land unique, in 464 glorious kilometres.

This route for skaters runs for some 350 kilometres across Switzerland to the towns of Murten and Avenches.

The Aare is the longest river lying entirely within Switzerland. Between Biel and Solothurn, it offers perfect conditions for canoeists.