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Category: Activities
Cristallina Mountain Hut Hike & Overnight
  • Moderate
  • 6 h
  • 18 k
  • 880m
  • 1020m
How to plan an overnight stay at this mountain hut in Ticino, reached by a beautiful hike past lakes, rivers and waterfalls.
Alsace Bike Tour through Charming French Villages
  • 5 h
  • 67 k
  • 500m
  • 490m
Leisurely bike tour through the Alsace wine region of France, passing through vineyards and adorable villages.
Gornergrat: How to Visit & One Day Itinerary
  • Easy
  • .5 h
  • 1 k
  • 30m
  • 0m
Ride a cogwheel train to reach this spectacular viewpoint (3089m) above Zermatt with views of the Matterhorn and Gorner glacier.
Reichenau Island bike tour in southern Germany
  • Easy
  • 2.5 h
  • 46 k
  • 130m
  • 127m
Easy bike ride along Lake Constance northeast of Zurich, including a leisurely loop around a quiet island.
15 Stunning Sunrise Rides in Switzerland
Swiss mountains that offer early morning cable car rides in summer to watch the sunrise.
Netherlands: 11 Beautiful Bike Rides for Spring
Cycling routes from our family’s spring break trip to the Netherlands, in which we rode bikes around tulip fields, along waterways with windmills and through coastal dunes.
Top 10 Photo Spots You Must Visit in Switzerland
How to get to the most popular viewpoints in Switzerland so you can take the same gorgeous photos you see on social media.
11 Best Swiss Mountain Viewpoints to Visit in Winter
Swiss mountains you can visit during the off-season (late fall and spring) when other mountain resorts and trails are closed.
30 Best museums in Switzerland for kids
Our favorite interactive museums in Switzerland that are both entertaining and educational for all ages, from history to culture to science to food to industry. Good choice for cold rainy days.
25 Best Alpine Playgrounds in Switzerland with Epic Views
Our favorite playgrounds in the Swiss alps, with great views and fun amusements like bouncy castles, climbing walls, summer toboggans, and zip lines.
11 Fun Indoor Playgrounds near Zurich
Fun indoor play halls with trampolines, climbing equipment, bouncy castles, slides, and ball pits and other amusements for kids.
Mt Rigi near Lucerne • Practical tips for your visit
  • Easy
  • .5 h
  • 1 k
  • 30m
  • 30m
Tips for planning your visit to Mount Rigi near Lucerne, with stunning panorama views, easy hikes, and fun activities in both summer and winter. Popular tourist destination.

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Hi! I’m Tanya and our family has been living & hiking in Switzerland since 2005, collecting dozens of fun hikes and activities for all ages and abilities. More about us…

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