Nature

Walk and learn...The Flower Trail from the Hahnenmoos Pass to Sillerenbühl provides interesting and informative insights into the Alpine flora. The plant information notices are regularly updated to fit with the flowers currently in bloom.

The National Arboretum, the only one of its kind in Switzerland, is a huge park where different species and varieties of trees and shrubs are displayed in collections. These specimens come from all continents and have been able to acclimatise to our region.

The cave system, formerly the supposed abode of a dragon, is now easily accessible. Visitors can easily enter the caves and admire such special things as the Reflecting Grotto, where stalactites are reflected in the placid pool of water that fills the cave. Or see the "Koh-i-noor", a mighty stalactite, at least 40,000 years old, or the subterranean water fall.

The "Archera Biela" nature trail with its cultivated fields, meadows, rocky steppes and more. The trail reveals exceptional and rare flora.

On a sunny high plateau (at 1,480 meters above sea level) one finds Birkendorf Bürchen. During an easy two-hour hike from Bürchen to Zeneggen, you will find the squirrel trail and the didactic forest trail, where you can learn many important and interesting things about these two topics.

The San Grato Park with an area of 62,000 square meters is home to the largest and most diverse collection of azaleas, rhododendrons and pine trees in this almost subtropical region.

Experience our natural history through pictures, sound and words. Very suitable for children as well!

Watch as the sun rises in the sky, immersing mountains in its red glow and chasing away the night. There"s just one problem: you need to rise early to witness the romantic display.

A hunt disguised as a walk, leading ramblers in shorts from Prélan to Prafandaz, a pleasant stretch of land given over to leisure that comes to an end 1,580 metres above Leysin.

The Tropicana leisure center and Hagmann garden center in Quartino, located between Bellinzona and Locarno, is an ideal year round meeting place for people of all ages, whatever the weather.

A perfect three-generations-walk at the fjord-like Urnersee (Lake Urnen): "Weg der Schweiz" , or Swiss Path. With ideal links to ports and train stations. And not too hard for children or grandparents.

Riding in a cable car's gondola up to Monte Lema.

Plein Ciel gives you a glimpse of a different, almost magical world: as the tower's panoramic lift takes you up to an altitude of over 1,100 metres, you will enter into a state of aesthetic grace!

Many well-known personalities have stayed in the beautiful area of Montreux-Vevey. A tour on foot (with commentary) lasting two hours is offered by several enthusiasts.

Are you interested in finding out more about trout? This trail gives you the opportunity of getting to know the world of these fish while enjoying a pleasant walk in the Morges region.

Nobody goes home empty handed after fishing at the Neirivue fish farm (which is open to the public) - unless the trout go on hunger strike!

Guided one-day tours to the Val Trupchun in the Swiss National Park.

Situated in Rüschlikon, the Park "Im Grüene" is the perfect place to spend an enjoyable few hours in the summer.

Every year in October a "Fun & Action Camp" is dedicated to providing fun and games for an entire week.

Impressive riverscape. Restaurant Schwarzwasserbrücke with lots of opportunites for children to play and have fun.

Get out and about in the Schwarzsee area with its wild and romantic charm in the foothills of the Alps around Fribourg...A fun day out for the entire family, away from all traffic, with the opportunity of swimming in the mountain lake!

Cliffs, animals, plants, and unforgettable impressions are present in this unique chasm at Brecca. Discover the simple life of the herdsman and taste his homemade specialties. Live life to the full.

Barbecue areas on the Chasté peninsula right by the lake, over 100 km of walking paths, Heidi visit in Grevasalves, and much more.

Engadine, Bergell, Valposchiavo - 3 valleys, stunningly beautiful walking routes, carefree, individual walks taking in the unforgettable beauty of the mountain landscape of the Engadine, Bergell and Puschlav.

Beautiful mountain bike tours through the Engadine - it's everyone's dream!

Visit the Eldorado for those who enjoy sliding! You can try out the latest fashionable sliding equipment such as the Balancer, Snow-Scoot, Airboard, and Snake Gliss on an easy trail.

This Mountain bike exploration ride is aimed at all those who appreciate the harmony between man and nature and who wish to discover the wonders of our wildlife, plant life and the unforgettable scenery in the Villars-Gryon area.

The Grangettes Nature Reserve opens its doors wide to let you into the intimate world of wild animals, birds in particular.

All flower enthusiasts adore the Botanical Park of Gambarogno.

The high plateau of Greina is quite a sight: high above the tree line, it consists of a wide valley surrounded by rounded hills, dark masses of rocks and a silver mountain stream, the Somvixer Rhein, that winds its way through this otherworldly place. It is a place quite unlike any other in Switzerland.

Barefoot across the high moor, a journey of discovery and treat for the senses in the forest or a walk along the nature experience trail round the Schwendi Lakes - simply pure nature in the Toggenburg!

You will reach the popular family destination of Wirzweli in the heart of Switzerland with a new cable car lift.

The Lee "Tour des Plats" ("local dishes" tour) and plant discovery includes a commentary from Sylvie, the tour guide.

Children under 4 years old may not take part in this activity.