Excursions in summer

Intro

Encounter local wild animals, sample traditional delicacies and learn all there is to know about handicrafts and architectural witnesses to history in our country. And, if that is not adventure enough, you should absolutely explore our adventure and theme trails.

Go swimming in summer

Switzerland is like a water resort for the whole of Europe. If you don’t believe me, take a look at our various unique lakeside and riverbank swimming facilities. Many of them are located right in the heart of the city. We have selected the most beautiful examples for you.

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Adventure and theme trails

If you want a little more than just sightseeing, don’t miss out on our adventure and theme trails. They offer more than just natural beauty, with many opportunities to acquire a wealth of knowledge. Some even require you to do something yourself to reach the end more quickly.

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Swiss Parks

The Swiss Parks are exceptional places, where local people are dedicated to maintaining their glorious landscapes, lively traditions and sustainable regional economies. Genuine natural experiences, fascinating stories and delicious regional specialities are just waiting to be discovered.

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Historical Switzerland

Switzerland’s castles and fortresses beckon with splendidly flowering gardens, airy battlement walkways and prodigious halls of knights. Take a trip back in time to view some long-gone everyday lifestyles.

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Top museums

We’ve got something for everyone, no matter whether you are into design, the history of man and beast or technological progress. The sheer variety of our museumscape can be a little overwhelming – but not if you consult our best-of list.

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Switzerland's castles

The palaces and castles of Switzerland can look back on long and fascinating histories: each has its very own story to tell. Behind these ancient walls lie hidden treasures and fascinating stories for visitors to discover and explore. Embark on a journey through history as you visit Switzerland’s castles.

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Swiss handicrafts

How do you make an Easter bunny out of molten chocolate? What conditions do you need for a cheese to ripen perfectly? Find answers to questions such as these as you witness the creation of some of Switzerland’s leading products.

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Offers

Engelberg Engelberg-Ristis Ticket from Engelberg in summer

Take the cable car from Engelberg to Ristis one way or back in the summer half year. A total of 500... from CHF 36

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 22.11.2026

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Martigny Combined Mont-Blanc Express and cable car service from Martigny to La Creusaz.

Take the Mont-Blanc Express to the village of Les Marécottes and take the new cable car up to the... from CHF 34

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 25.10.2026

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Gwatt Summer breeze

Our package invites you to enjoy the long summer days to the fullest and actively explore the... from CHF 1,839

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 27.09.2026

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Grindelwald Family fun for everyone · Winter and summer holidays in Grindelwald

Children up to 11 years stay free of charge in the parents' room or in the family room and receive... from CHF 738

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 30.11.2026

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Saas-Fee Gorge Alpine via ferrata in summer

Let a mountain guide take you through the entire "Gorge Alpine" from Saas-Fee to Saas-Grund. In... from CHF 300

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 30.11.2026

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Oberdorf SO Summer: Hermelin Trail - Experience Weissenstein

The search for traces on the Weissenstein is offered from May to October.Think you already know... from CHF 9

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 14.09.2027

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Interlaken Beatenberg paragliding tandem in summer from Interlaken

Fly with your tandem partner paragliding from Beatenberg through the air over the turquoise blue... from CHF 199

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 30.10.2026

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Engelberg Engelberg-Ristis-Brunnihütte summer flexible hiking ticket cable car

In summer, take the cable car from Engelberg to Ristis and back. In addition, you get a one-way ride... from CHF 46

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 22.11.2026

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Alpnach Pilatus summer trip self-guided with cogwheel railway and cable car from/to Alpnachstad or Kriens

Visit Pilatus on a half-day tour with the world's steepest cogwheel railway, as well as gondola and... from CHF 84

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 31.07.2027

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Interlaken Day ticket Lake Thun and Lake Brienz in summer

With the day ticket, experience unlimited travel by boat on Lakes Thun and Brienz, two beautiful and... from CHF 83

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valid: 15.09.2026 - 12.12.2026

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Engelberg Engelberg-Ristis Ticket from Engelberg in summer

Martigny Combined Mont-Blanc Express and cable car service from Martigny to La Creusaz.

Gwatt Summer breeze

Grindelwald Family fun for everyone · Winter and summer holidays in Grindelwald

Saas-Fee Gorge Alpine via ferrata in summer

Oberdorf SO Summer: Hermelin Trail - Experience Weissenstein

Interlaken Beatenberg paragliding tandem in summer from Interlaken

Engelberg Engelberg-Ristis-Brunnihütte summer flexible hiking ticket cable car

Alpnach Pilatus summer trip self-guided with cogwheel railway and cable car from/to Alpnachstad or Kriens

Interlaken Day ticket Lake Thun and Lake Brienz in summer

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