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Category: Winter Hike (Groomed Snow)
Malbun “Sassweg” Winter Hike
  • Moderate
  • 2 h
  • 5 k
  • 280m
  • 280m
Circular winter hike thru a peaceful alpine area in Malbun Liechtenstein, with views of peaks, valleys, and rolling snowy hills.
Winter Hike: Euthal Schützenried Loop
  • Easy
  • 2.3 h
  • 8.4 k
  • 30m
  • 30m
Easy, free winter walk on groomed snow through fields with mountain views near Einsiedeln in eastern Switzerland.
Wildhaus-Gamplüt Winter Hike
  • Moderate
  • 2.5 h
  • 7.3 k
  • 360m
  • 360m
Wander sunny slopes with mountain views on this circular winter hike on groomed snow, leading to a mountain restaurant for lunch.
Amden Winter Hike: Hinter-Höhi-Weg
  • Easy
  • 1.25 h
  • 4 k
  • 160m
  • 160m
Short and easy winter walk with mountain views near Zürich.
Amden Winter Hike: Vorder-Höhi-Weg
  • Moderate
  • 3 h
  • 7.8 k
  • 330m
  • 330m
Groomed winter trail near Zürich through snowy meadows in the sun, leading to an alpine hut cafe for a simple lunch.
Winter Hiking in Switzerland 101
Switzerland has a large network of winter walking trails in the alps, where the snow is groomed so you only need regular hiking shoes not snowshoes. Here’s everything you need to know to get started winter hiking.
17 Best Winter Hikes near Zürich
The most beautiful winter hikes within a day trip distance of Zürich, including short and easy options for kids and beginners.
12 Beautiful Winter Hikes near Lucerne
The best winter hiking trails near Lucerne for casual hikers and families, where the snow is groomed making it easy to walk with regular hiking shoes.
9 Free Winter Hikes near Zürich (no gondola!)
Winter hikes near Zürich that you can access with a car or bus, so you can avoid riding a gondola and reduce your cost.
What to wear and pack for a winter hike
A list of the clothing, accessories and gear our family typically uses for a winter hike or snowshoeing.
16 Winter Lantern Paths near Zürich
Easy evening winter walks illuminated by candle lit lanterns and fairy lights near Zurich.
Oeschinensee Winter Hike & Ice Walk
  • Easy
  • 1 h
  • 3.8 k
  • 100m
  • 100m
Stunning winter hike leading to a frozen lake with mountain views. In cold conditions, walk safely on the ice to the center of the lake.

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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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