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Lake Pigniu: Hike to waterfall viewpoint

Easy
1.5 h
4.2 k
40m
40m

Easy walk around large alpine reservoir with two huge waterfalls and picnic area. Option for strollers.

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Lägh da Cavloc • Hike to alpine lake near St Moritz

Moderate
2 h
7.2 k
300m
300m

Circular hike from the Maloja pass through a forest to two beautiful alpine lakes surrounded by tall mountains.

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Jöriseen • Hike to Swiss alpine lakes near Davos

Challenging
5 h
10.8 k
750m
750m

This hike visits alpine lakes in a high mountain rocky landscape. It’s uphill both ways and some steep ascents, but not too long or dangerous, suitable for those with a good fitness level and older kids.

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River Rafting the Swiss Grand Canyon – Day trip for families!

A guided river rafting tour on the Vorderrhein river near Flims Laax, mild enough for families but super fun with class 3 rapids. Also possible on rainy days.

Morteratsch glacier • Easy walk to the ice

Easy
2 h
6 k
155m
155m

The easiest hike to a glacier in Switzerland with a wide gravel path, suitable for strollers, that leads directly to the glacier ice tongue feeding the river.

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Caumasee • Swim in Beautiful Alpine Lake

Beautiful alpine lake near Flims, with swimming, rock jumping, paddle boats, playground and restaurant. A special treat for a hot summer day.

Feldis Winter Hike • Easy Panorama Trail at 2000m

Easy
1.5 h
5.2 k
80m
80m

Easy loop trail on groomed snow with wide open views across the valleys. For more fun, add on ice skating or a 5 km sled run after the hike.

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Rhine River • Hike thru “Swiss Grand Canyon”

Easy
3 h
9.1 k
150m
200m

Easy walk along the Rhine river through the “Swiss Grand Canyon” with lots of interesting formations in the limestone walls lining the gorge plus open-air train ride to get there.

Corvatsch Murtèl to Val Roseg Hike

Moderate
5.5 h
13.5 k
100m
1030m

Lots of variety on this trail to the famed Val Roseg in the Engadin: a peaceful alpine lake, glaciers, river valley, forest, mountain peaks. The full trail is quite long one but I have two shorter alternatives for families, including a horse carriage option.

Val Frisal • Hike to high mountain valley

Challenging
6 h
13.5 k
560m
940m

Tough hike up to a beautiful high mountain valley, definitely worth the effort. The trail is mostly along a river with lots of waterfalls, making the trip there also enjoyable.

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Seewis Narcissus Flower Trail

Easy
1.25 h
3.2 k
130m
120m

Wander through alpine meadows filled with wildflowers, ending at several narcissus fields that bloom mid-May to mid-June. I have a short loop for families and a longer hike if you want a full day outing.

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Lenzerheide Globi Trail

Easy
3 h
6 k
130m
170m

Globi hosts this educational theme trail that has 13 posts along the way, including a barefoot path. Lots of picnic areas with mountain views. Great choice for families.

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