Family experiences: Nature

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.

Whether a trip for two, a family outing or a group excursion: BLS Interlaken Lake Cruise offers a range of unique cruises each season, promising unforgettable moments on Lakes Thun and Brienz.

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.

Beautifully energising! Energy Adventure Entlebuch is an extraordinary themed trail. At its heart is the path that links the adventure park’s six separate energy platforms.

The Aargau Jura Park is the home of Perimuk the Jura dinosaur. He’s called that because his outline looks like the perimeter of the Aargau Jura Park (how it appears on a map). He takes families on four different exciting adventures: the Perimuk trails.

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.

Take the funicular to the San Salvatore in Ticino and enjoy the view of Lake Lugano, the Alps and all the way to the Po Valley. Combine the funicular ride with a hike and a boat trip.

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.

Guests who have come for spa and wellness will experience innovative design at the Bains de la Gruyère in Charmey while enjoying breathtaking views of the mountains in the Gruyère region – the perfect way to unwind.

Learn everything about the manufacture and production of Trauffer wooden toys.

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.

In a relaxed atmosphere, far from the stress of everyday life, you have the opportunity to play golf. The 9-hole course of Vulpera with alpine game enjoyment on the edge of the national park offers a challenge for all levels and requires good tactics and precise play.

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 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.

This Panorama Trail has stunning views, fun games and interesting educational panels in store for hikers of all ages. An easy walk, the trail is 2.5 kilometres long.

The Rhine River Bath: cooling off with a view of the fort Munot. This beautiful wooden structure has been the favourite swimming spot in Schaffhausen for more than 140 years.

Switzerland's largest lakeside wetland resembles a long area made up of marshes along Lake Neuchâtel, bordered by forests on the shore.

The Grand Resort Bad Ragaz has a new family spa, continuing its three-generation concept. The pools will delight both younger and older children (up to 16 years of age) as well as their parents and grandparents.

Coloradoschlucht Gorge in the Vaud Jura.

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.

In a world that is becoming increasingly stressful, the wellness and fitness areas of the Bains de Cressy – which can be found a little outside Geneva – offer plenty of peace and relaxation.

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.

Visitors of all ages to the popular Sattel-Hochstuckli family holiday destination can enjoy an unforgettable experience on the interactive “Geissä Wäg”, or Goat Trail. This themed trail leads from the Mostelberg to the Blüemlisberg goat farm and regales visitors with a wealth of information about the world of goats along the way.

The panoramic view stretches across large parts of the Valais Haute Route: to the west, the Dents du Midi and Mont Blanc; to the south, the Grand Combin with the Val de Bagnes and Mauvoisin reservoir; to the east, the Weisshorn, Dent Blanche and Matterhorn; and northwards across the Rhone Valley to the Vaud and the Bernese Alps.

Swim out to the Lorelei bathing islands in Lake Uri. The 3 islands made of Gotthard tunnel rock are located in the Reuss delta and invite you to sunbathe with their sandy beach and flat stone slabs. And best of all: Admission is free.

There is quite a contrast between the southern village of Martigny at the elbow of the Rhone and the wilderness of Durnand Gorge, or the Gorges du Durnand as it is called in French.

An oasis of well-being at 1,560 metres above sea level – an expansive water and wellness environment. The offering ranges from various saunas and Kneipp baths to foot pools and a silent room.

This activity is somewhere between rambling and mountaineering, and is suitable for both children and adults.

There is much to discover here! Following on the trail of the four elements during a circular hike with the whole family.

The Schöllenen Gorge is to the Gotthard Pass as the Gondo Gorge is to the Simplon Pass.

On the all-electric culture ship Romandie I from 1952, you can enjoy yourself in style and sustainably. And you will experience the Three Lakes Region from a new side.

The mountainside above the Magadino Plain is the perfect place to enjoy a scenic hike. In addition to the breathtaking views, the tour also takes in several impressive sights.