Family experiences: Adventure

Accessible to all types of hiker, this easy route takes you from the village of Saillon to the Farinet footbridge over the Salentze gorges.

It’s not hard to pinpoint the distinctive head of rock at the entrance to the Bernese Oberland – but the fact that you can stand pretty much on top to enjoy views direction Thun, Aare Valley and Bern as far as Jura is known to few.

As visitors enter the Valais, they are greeted by impressive mountain cliffs and a waterfall that is, unfortunately, smaller than it used to be.

Descend 359 steps into the Viamala Gorge in Graubünden. Below you stand in front of 300-meter-high rock faces, rock cirques formed by the water and the roaring Hinterrhein. Historic bridges and paths tell of the time of the muleteers.

There's fun for everyone to be had on the great tin toboggan on the Hochstuckli.

The Alpbach Gorge in the Haslital Valley is one of nature’s jewels and a great experience for seasoned and sure-footed mountain climbers.

For those in search of adventure we recommend a ride up to the Riggisalp on the ski lift, followed by a speedy descent on one of the special scooters available. Thrills guaranteed!

Whizz on the Pfingstegg summer toboggan run over lush alpine meadows into the valley and enjoy the view of the Bernese Alps. Combine your rapid descent with a fly-line flight through the mountain forest.

The Blenio Valley in Upper Ticino is a typical Ticino mountain valley. Densely forested mountain slopes rise majestically above the sunny valley floors far below.

Immerse yourself in the wild Gorner Gorge. On wooden walkways and galleries you follow the thundering glacier water through 220-million-year-old rock. A natural spectacle just a 15-minute walk from the centre of Zermatt.

River rafting on the Aare between Thun and Bern is now possible by canoe or inflatable boat, with expert guides coaching you through fast and slow currents.

The perfect way to have a laugh and explore the town!

Sit in the toboggan and whiz 3 kilometres through 31 curves downhill. The longest toboggan run in Switzerland in Churwalden combines fast-paced action with an impressive Graubünden mountain panorama.

Repower's Via Energia leads through the world of energy over a good 9 kilometres. It is accessible in summer and leads from Ospizio Bernina to Cavaglia in Valposchiavo. 11 information boards turn the ancient path into an interactive experience.

Wolli Wonderland combines puzzle fun and playground in one and guarantees a fantastic family experience!

The Kandersteg – Oeschinensee gondola lift takes you up to the Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage Site. Up here at 1578 meters, the turquoise Oeschinensee is waiting for you. It is surrounded by steeply rising rock faces.

The journey to the Titlis is truly an adventure in itself. First take the Titlis Xpress gondola to the middle station, then continue your journey in the TITLIS Rotair, the world’s first revolving cable car, all the way to the top.

In the Grindelwald Glacier Gorge you can immerse yourself in a world of rock and water. Follow the path deep between 300-meter-high rock faces and test your courage on the spiderweb stretched over the gorge.

The Autschliweg leads from Scharmoin back to the village of Lenzerheide. On the way, exciting discoveries about the forest habitat await. Autschli, the magical bear, is always there.

A steep lift takes you up to one of the highest roller-coasters in the Alps – a fun park that blends in beautifully with the countryside and promises fun and excitement for the whole family.

Between Broc and Châtel-sur-Montsalvens in the canton of Fribourg lies the spectacular and romantically wild Jaunbach Gorge. Wooden bridges, tunnels and rock galleries make this walk an adventurous excursion for the entire family.

The Grindelwald–Männlichen gondola takes you up 1,200 metres in altitude to 2,225 metres in just 19 minutes – with direct views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. At the top, the panorama of the Bernese Oberland awaits.

Sit on one of the steepest funiculars in the world and ride from Piotta up to Val Piora in 12 minutes. At the top, the turquoise-blue Lake Ritom, alpine hiking trails and a fascinating Ticino mountain landscape await you.

Wallbach Gorge is a cool tip for a hot day. The wide stream bed at the end of the falls and the outdoor grill are both enjoyable places to spend time.

Enjoy a fast ride on the 1,000 meter long Kronberg bob sled run.

The summer toboggan run above Lugano surprises visitors not only with a high fun factor but also with a magnificent view of the valley.

Welcome to the largest indoor family adventure world in Switzerland

Adored by locals, the turquoise waters of the Aare provide the ultimate base for adventures of every kind.

The historical via ferrata originally stems from the year 1907, has been however completely renovated and, today, leads over three practically vertical rock formations. Magical views, elevated adrenaline levels and a few aching muscles are guaranteed…but well worth it!

The medieval town of La Neuveville on Lake Biel has something for the whole family to enjoy, from an easy three-hour walk packed with tales of witches to the lake shore and colourful old town.

The Trient Gorge was carved out of the Mont Blanc massif by the wild river of the same name. The 200-metre deep gorge is a paradise for both climbers and botanists.

Coloradoschlucht Gorge in the Vaud Jura.

There’s only one place to bob-ride and that’s in Schongi – as much and as often as you like.

This rope park in the trees by the Signal de Bougy offers 15 courses of increasing levels of difficulty. Five courses are also suitable for children over the age of four. There is a restaurant next to the park and a picnic spot under a yurt.

A tree-top trek involving a variety of suspension bridges and aerial cableways. A sensational experience, open to everyone (minimum height 1m 10), to be enjoyed at your own pace. Whether you are a fitness fanatic or a couch potato, you can have lots of fun.