Eastern Switzerland Archives | Swiss Family Fun

Challenging
6 h
16.4 k
400m
1210m

Ridge trail through the Alpstein mountain range in eastern Switzerland, visiting the Saxer Lücke viewpoint and Fälensee alpine lake.

Eastern Switzerland

Appenzeller Cheese Dairy

Learn about Swiss cheese making in a fun way at this dairy where you can watch live cheese making, sample the local cheese, and make your own alpine herbal mix to take home.

Eastern Switzerland

Rhine Falls • Largest waterfalls in Europe

Plan a fun day trip to the Rhine Falls, the largest waterfalls in Europe, with an exciting boat ride, ropes park, and river walk.

Eastern Switzerland

Elm Snowshoe Hike to Obererbs Ski Hut

Moderate
2 h
5 k
430m
430m

Peaceful snowshoe trail in a quiet valley surrounded by mountains. Loops up to a sunny plateau and mountain hut for lunch.

Eastern Switzerland

Toggenburg Tone Trail

Moderate
3 h
6.1 k
80m
240m

Fun trail for children in eastern Switzerland with 20 interactive musical activities along the trail and beautiful mountain views.

Eastern Switzerland

50 Best Things to Do in Zurich

Our favorite things to do in Zurich with visitors to show them the best of the city, from “must-see” landmarks to local lifestyle: viewpoints, museums, food, city walks, and more.

Eastern Switzerland

Kronberg Ridge Trail to Appenzell

Moderate
3.5 h
9.8 k
59m
923m

This mountain resort is designed for families, with lots of amusements: an alpine coaster, huge playground, zip line ropes course, and treasure hunt trail.

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Albishorn Forest Ridge Trail

Easy
2.5 h
8 k
250m
250m

Lovely walk along a forested ridge just west of Lake Zurich. Leads to a restaurant with a view of the lake and mountains in the distance.

Eastern Switzerland

Pizol Panorama Winter Hike

Easy
1.3 h
3.7 k
80m
80m

Easy circular winter hike near Zurich at 2222m with gorgeous mountain views, part of the UNESCO protected Sardona Tectonic Arena.

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20 Best Zurich day trips

Fun day trips from Zurich for tourists and locals including impressive viewpoints, scenic hikes, city tours, cultural activities, and excursions for kids.

Eastern Switzerland

12 Best Places to Buy Christmas Ornaments in Zürich

Where in Zürich to shop for Christmas ornaments and decorations, including Christmas markets, small boutiques and department stores.

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Light Ragaz • Interactive light tour through the Tamina Gorge

Evening light show in the narrow river Tamina gorge, with music and stories for children about the elemental spirits that live here.

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