Winter excursions

Only in Lucerne. From the pier near Lucerne railway station, guests can travel directly to the Klewenalp Stockhütte ski area by boat. This one-hour trip is a chance to enjoy some amazing views of Lake Lucerne.

This panoramic train connects the north of Europe to its south – right through the UNESCO World Heritage site of Rhaetian Railway, passing by glaciers on its way down to palm trees.

The velogemel is a cross between a bicycle, a sled and skis – the ideal choice for fun in the snow, even though that wasn’t its original purpose.

Relax in alternating hot and cold baths at almost 3,000 metres above sea level – what could be more relaxing after an eventful day in the fabulous mountains?

Lace up your ice skates and enjoy the magnificent setting. Weather permitting, at Champex you can ice skate freely on the flat surface of the frozen lake in a location nicknamed “Little Canada”.

One of the highest ice rinks in Europe awaits you against a mighty Alpine backdrop. Ice skating, curling or Bavarian curling: you can try them all at Alp Raguta. Enjoy typical Graubünden specialities in the mountain hut that can be found right next to the ice rink.

Rustic and authentic! Enjoy an unforgettable day in Pays-d'Enhaut in the Alpes Vaudoises.

An unforgettable experience for the whole family: all sorts of cute little animals can be fed by hand on the Eichhörnliweg.

The Olympic Bob Run St. Moritz-Celerina is the world's only natural ice bob run and also the oldest bob run still in operation.

The Tobogganing Park is a unique attraction in Switzerland! Silvio Giobellina, Olympic medal winner and bobsleigh world champion, creates new toboggan runs in Leysin every winter.

“LeysinPark” is a magnet for freestyler fanatics and novices alike. The park is divided into different areas according to ability. Pros rave about the quality of the half pipe, as well as the wide range of jump lines and rails.

Enter the animal kingdom a few minutes from Lausanne!

The Secret of Auge is an outdoor detective enigma game that brings players back to 17th Century in Fribourg.

Ballons du Léman offers several exceptional hot-air balloon flights, from discovery flights to fondue tastings on board a balloon or high-altitude flights. They operate all year round in French-speaking Switzerland.

At Lake Lugano, it is wonderfully easy to escape one’s daily routine: by enjoying a sunbath below palm trees, cruises on the lake or hiking tours through magnificent landscapes.

Exploring the Lake District from its waterways.

One pass, six museums. The Ascona-Locarno region is a cultural hot spot.

At AQUATIS Lausanne you will immerse yourself in the freshwater worlds of all 5 continents. See around 10,000 fish, reptiles and amphibians up close and learn why freshwater is so precious.

What was in 1806 a dramatic and catastrophic event for humans, is today a blessing for endangered animal species: the landslide of Goldau. In the area where the landslide took place, the Goldau Nature Park and Zoo offers non-domesticated animals a species-appropriate home in an impressive landscape.

Thanks to natural barriers, the Tropiquarium permits you safely getting close to creatures from all around the world. It’s also home to several endangered species such as the Siamese crocodile, the African penguin and the Galapagos tortoise.

Switch off and relax – exclusively on Lake Lucerne!

A highly attractive and 1.9 kilometre-long tobogganing slope will set many tobogganing fans' pulse racing. The start is easily reached via chair lift.

The Foxtrail Furisto takes you on a unique search for clues. As a team, you will solve puzzles and follow clues so as not to lose the trail of Fredy Fox.

At the Brusio circular viaduct in Graubünden, the Bernina Railway rotates around itself in a complete loop. Drive through this masterpiece of railway technology and enjoy the view of the Poschiavo with its chestnut forests.

Once the lake has frozen and is safe to walk on, it becomes a breathtaking backdrop for enjoying a spot of ice skating. When the ice is thick enough, there is also a Bavarian curling area available every day.

A visit to Bern in December is particularly magical thanks to the many Christmas markets and pop-ups. The numerous Advent experiences are within walking distance in Bern's UNESCO-listed Old Town. And many villages around Bern also offer enchanting markets and experiences during the Advent season.

The castle at the foot of the Calanda is the highlight of Haldenstein. When the roses flower in the spring, the castle garden is a visual and olfactory feast.

"Frÿburg1606" is not just an audio guide - it is a unique experience. A mixture of audio, video and augmented reality takes back to Fribourg of the 17th century.

Geneva – a city where history meets modernity, and art meets science. With over 40 museums, it invites visitors to explore cultural treasures from around the world. Five museums stand out, making Geneva a must-visit destination for curious minds.

The journey in the big Säntis cable car from Schwägalp across the rocky ridges to the mountain station is an impressive experience in itself. And once you reach the “weather mountain”, the view of six different countries will take your breath away.

The Alpine zoo is discovered at an altitude of 1,100 meters surrounded by woods, where the majority of alpine-dwelling animals can be observed in their natural habitat. Adjacent to the zoo visitors discover an outdoor alpine pool, nestled in the natural rocky landscape. Parking, Restaurant-Pizzeria and picnic area are also at your convenience.

This idyllic run located away from the ski pistes guarantees tobogganing fun for the whole family.

An unforgettable experience, pure adventure; that is Flying Fox. On the six courses of varying difficulty you can slowly approach your limits. You cross challenging balance bridges, hanging bridges and tyrolean slides loaded with action.

The Schöllenen Gorge is probably the most legendary section of the historic Gotthard route. On the Devil's Bridge over the roaring Reuss, you can get an idea of how hard and dangerous the path across the Alps once was.