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Easy
2.75 h
10.4 k
293m
273m

Easy walk through the Rhine valley wine-growing region, particularly beautiful in late October for fall colors.

Graubünden

Nendaz Balavaux – Hike thru oldest larch forest in Europe

Moderate
2.75 h
6.3 k
517m
523m

Hike through Europe’s oldest larch tree forest in southwest Switzerland, past golden trees, a mountain lake, and panoramic alpine views.

Valais

15 Best Hikes for Golden Larch Trees in Switzerland

Where to see golden larch trees in Switzerland during October, including best hikes and viewpoints.

Switzerland

Lac Bleu Arolla – Hike to bright blue lake among golden larches

Moderate
1.5 h
2.7 k
263m
263m

Plan your autumn hike to this bright blue alpine lake surrounded by golden larches, with tips for bus access, parking and trail options.

Valais

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.

Lake Lucerne Region

Braunwald Panorama Trail

Moderate
3.5 h
9 k
370m
370m

Hike up and around the Braunwald mountain arena with panorama views.

Eastern Switzerland

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.

Graubünden

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.

10 Best Autumn Hikes near Zurich for Fall Colors

Best places near Zurich to enjoy the fall colors, both in the forests and the mountains, good for a harvest picnic or a hike.

Lötschental Panorama Hike – Hiking thru the “Magic Valley”

Moderate
3.5 h
11.5 k
240m
410m

Mountain hike through a beautiful valley, filled with golden larch trees in mid October. Visits three small alpine lakes on the way.

Valais

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.

Graubünden

Atzmännig Chrüzegg Panorama Trail

Moderate
2.5 h
6.9 k
190m
520m

Beautiful panorama hike in the foothills east of Zurich, particularly nice in October with bright fall colors.