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Category: Hiking Trail
Val da Camp Hike to Lake Saoseo and Lake Viola
  • Moderate
  • 2.75 h
  • 5.3 k
  • 249m
  • 250m
Hike to two beautiful alpine lakes at the end of a long valley surrounded by mountains, particularly beautiful in late October when the golden larch trees turn bright yellow. Optionally ride a shuttle to shorten the hike.
Glarus Rundweg • Wander through Linth valley
  • Moderate
  • 3 h
  • 10 k
  • 400m
  • 399m
Delightful wander in the idyllic countryside around Glarus in eastern Switzerland, passing through large grassy meadows with mountain views.
Schönhalden Guscha Gratweg • Hike along dramatic ridge
  • Challenging
  • 3 h
  • 7.5 k
  • 630m
  • 630m
Beautiful ridge hike near Flumserberg in Eastern Switzerland, accessed by a tiny private gondola, definitely locals only. The 7.5 km loop is long and tough enough to satisfy adults and short enough that older kids won’t take all day to complete it.
Ibergeregg Pass to Rotenflue Peak Hike
  • Easy
  • 2.5 h
  • 6.85 k
  • 230m
  • 230m
Easy hike directly from a mountain pass, no mountain transport required, wandering through alpine meadows and forests with mountain views aplenty.
20 Best Autumn Hikes in Switzerland for Fall Colors
Best hikes in Switzerland for beautiful fall foliage, with trail options for all ages and abilities, in a variety of Swiss regions.
Schynige Platte Ridge Trail
  • Moderate
  • 2 h
  • 6.2 k
  • 190m
  • 190m
Stunning trail along ridge near Interlaken with mountain views, dramatic cliffs, and meadows filled with wildflowers.
Nideralp Mountain Trail to Staüben Falls
  • Moderate
  • 3.5 h
  • 9.3 k
  • 220m
  • 780m
Gorgeous mountain trail through high alpine meadows leading to the impressive Stäuben waterfalls.
Malbun Fürstin-Gina-Weg Trail
  • Challenging
  • 4 h
  • 10.4 k
  • 480m
  • 830m
Loop trail along the ridge above Malbun Liechtenstein, leading to the Augstenberg peak and Pfälzerhütte mountain hut.
Zermatt Gorner Gorge
  • Easy
  • 1 h
  • 2.75 k
  • 100m
  • 100m
Explore the breathtaking beauty of this narrow river gorge on an wooden walkway suspended over stunning rock formations and turquoise waters.
Stäuben Falls near Lucerne: How to Visit
  • Easy
  • 2 h
  • 6 k
  • 250m
  • 250m
How to reach the powerful Stäuben waterfalls near Lucerne on an easy walk thru a lush river valley.
Amden High Mountain Trail – “Amden Höhenweg”
  • Moderate
  • 2.5 h
  • 8.5 k
  • 280m
  • 290m
Beautiful high mountain trail for families in the Swiss alps with beautiful panorama views, dense forest, a lush moor, and rolling green hills.
Mürren Northface Trail & Sprutz Waterfall
  • Moderate
  • 2.5 h
  • 7.4 k
  • 170m
  • 420m
Beautiful mountain trail near Mürren with optional visit to a big waterfall that you can walk under.

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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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