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25 Best Spring Hikes in Switzerland

The best hikes for spring in Switzerland (April to June), when most mountain resorts and trails are still covered in snow.

March in Switzerland: 15 Best Hikes for Early Spring

Hiking options for March, when the mountains are still covered in snow, including both winter hikes in the mountains and lowland trails that should be free from snow.

10 Best Hikes for May in Switzerland

A few of our favorite family hikes in May in Switzerland, away from the tourist crowds, but just as beautiful. These hikes focus on lower elevation areas, particularly along lakes and rivers, where the wildflowers come early.

20 Best Activities for Spring in Switzerland

Here are our favorite activities for spring Switzerland while you are waiting for the snow to melt, including hiking along rivers and lakes, walking through flower fields, admiring waterfalls, riding on boats, and touring charming villages.

Zurich in Spring: 20 Best Hikes & Viewpoints (April & May)

Hikes and other activities for spring in Zürich, Appenzell, Heidiland and Toggenburg regions.

Easter Weekend in Switzerland: 20 Best Hikes & Activities (2024)

What to do on Easter weekend in April in Switzerland, including mountain viewpoints, hikes, boat rides, and other amusements.

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Bernese Oberland in Spring • 20 Best Hikes & Activities (2025)

What to do in April and May in Interlaken, Jungfrau Region and Bernese Oberland: hikes, waterfalls, viewpoints, lakes, rivers, and gorges.

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Lucerne in Spring: 25 Best Activities for April & May

Spring hikes and activities in the Lucerne region, including mountain tops, lake cruises, low elevation hikes and scenic drives.

10 Spring walks near Zurich for April

Spring nature walks near Zürich that are possible in April while the snow is still melting on higher elevations.

15 Spring Flower Hikes in Switzerland (April to June)

Our favorite spring flower hikes in Switzerland for April to June, to see cherry blossoms, crocus, narcissus, dandelions and wildflowers.

Bannalpsee alpine lake hike

Easy
1 h
3.5 k
20m
140m

Easy hike to a quiet alpine lake surrounded by tall mountains. It’s a locals only place, unknown by tourists.

Zug Alpine Panorama Trail

Easy
3.5 h
11.6 k
200m
500m

Pretty springtime hike through flower-filled hills near Zug. A shorter obstacle-free version included.