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Lucerne in October: Best Hikes & Mountain Viewpoint

Where to hike near Lucerne in October, with the best autumn hikes, mountain viewpoints, and mountain closing dates for fall.

Switzerland

Gastlosen: Circular hike around the “Swiss Dolomites”

Challenging
4.5 h
11.2 k
793m
793m

Circular hike around the Gastlosen mountain range in western Switzerland, nicknamed the “Swiss Dolomites”. Includes a steep exposed section only suitable for those comfortable with heights and risk.

Lake Geneva Region

Flumserberg 7 Peak Tour

Challenging
5.2 h
13.5 k
510m
880m

A beautiful and rewarding hike to seven peaks in the backcountry of the Flumserberg resort.

Eastern Switzerland

15 Best Cheese Fondue in Zürich

Where to eat fondue in Zürich during winter including Christmas markets, fondue chalets, and fondue rides on trams, trains and tuk-tuks.

Eastern Switzerland

Greina Plateau: 3 Day Hut-to-Hut Hike in Switzerland

Moderate

Plan a hut-to-hut hike thru the Greina Plateau, with a full day exploring this remote alpine landscape and two nights in Swiss mountain huts.

Graubünden, Ticino

25 Fun Things to Do in November in Switzerland

The best activities when visiting Switzerland in November including mountain viewpoints, light shows, food & cultural events, early Christmas activities, and where to hike and ski.

Switzerland

Alp Sigel Hike to Bogartenlücke and Sämtisersee

Moderate
4 h
11.5 k
453m
797m

Hike thru high alpine meadows with dramatic Alpstein views, cross a mountain saddle to a peaceful lake, ending with a mountain scooter ride.

Eastern Switzerland

Iffigsee: Mountain Hike to Hidden Turquoise Lake

Challenging
4.5 h
10.9 k
914m
914m

From a high alpine valley, hike up a rocky mountain and thru flower-filled meadows to a hidden turquoise lake in the Bernese Oberland.

Bernese Oberland

Oeschinensee Hike: Panorama Trail & Map

Moderate
3.5 h
8.5 k
430m
430m

Spectacular hike above the gorgeous Oeschinensee lake, with panorama views of mountain peaks, waterfalls and the bright blue lake water. Best for those with hiking experience and no fear of heights.