Winter excursions

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.

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.

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.

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.

Located 20 km from Lausanne on the road to Bern, Moudon – the former capital of the county of Vaud – boasts some of Switzerland’s best-preserved buildings. A unique and lively collection at the Musée du Vieux-Moudon presents the town’s rich history.

Live an exciting experience in the world of birds of prey, take a close look at the flight of eagles, hawks, owls and vultures in an environment that respects their natural habitat. As the birds circle overhead in the arena, the falconer tells the history of this ancient art.

Experience fascinating insights and views of everything going on at the airport.

Relax and enjoy the thermal waters with a unique panoramic view.

The allure of a historic train paired with the seasonal delights of fine dining.

A tropical landscape of grottos, cascades, wave pools and caves can be found at the water park in Le Bouveret, the Valais town on the Rhône delta. The park guaranteed water-based fun for the whole family all year round.

Visitors here can look forward to a romantic landscape, the enchanting Hallwyl moated castle with its impressive exhibition and the Lake Hallwil navigation company, more than 100 years old, which entertains its guests aboard five motor launches.

The Allalinhorn above Saas-Fee is what gave the area its name. With the right equipment and in the company of a mountain guide, the four-thousand-metre peak is a relatively easy climb for a sporty mountaineer.

For the first time ever, the great mysteries of the world are available at one location to be experienced and sensed.

In the Säntispark in eastern Switzerland, giant slides, wave pool and sauna await you. Let off steam, splash around in the water or relax in the sauna – open daily for action and relaxation.

Experience a unique evening of Beer and Burgers on board a historic train!

The Abbey of Saint Maurice in Valais was built 1500 years ago as a place to honor martyrs. The pilgrimage destination was once the spiritual center of the Burgundy Empire and today houses one of the richest ecclesiastical treasures in Europe.

Founded in the 8th century, Disentis Monastery is today the spiritual and educational center of the Upper Rhine Valley (Vorderrheintal). A cultural history exhibition depicts the history of the Benedictine Abbey as well as ecclesiastical art.

Immerse yourself in the largest water park in Switzerland. Experience fast-paced rides on 12 spectacular slides. Let yourself be carried away by waves and currents in the adventure pools and recharge your batteries in the wellness area.

Climb the north tower of the Cathedral of St. Pierre in Geneva and look out over the old town, Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) and the Alps. Under the church floor, an excavation site takes you back to the 4th century.

Each Saturday, people come together to enjoy the colourful weekly market that stretches from Piazza Nosetto to the alleyways of the old town.

Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral in Lausanne's Old Town. The Gothic building from the 13th century impresses with its ornate stained glass windows, the painted portal and the view of Lake Geneva from the tower.

Walter Zoo delights explorers big and small. Experience adventure, understand nature.

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.

Experience a unique moment during the Brunch des Champs on a historic train!

An excursion to the grottoes and the prehistoric park of Réclère is nearly like Jules Verne's "Journey to the Center of the Earth". The large limestone cave with stalactites and stalagmites gives the excursion the necessary atmosphere and the life-sized dinosaurs in the park are the climax of a fascinating trip through time.

Solothurn is said to be the most beautiful baroque city in Switzerland. The imposing buildings were constructed in various epochs: ranging from the first half of the 12th century, when the clock tower was built, to 1773, when St. Ursus Cathedral was constructed in baroque and neo-classical style.

The caves were excavated in the sandstone between 1916 and 1917 to defend the Swiss plateau during the First World War. A 200 metre-long tunnel was created in the process.