Spring Hiking Archives | Swiss Family Fun

Oeschinensee: How to Visit, Hikes & Insider Tips

Easy
1.5 h
4 k
110m
110m

Practical tips for visiting this gorgeous lake in the Bernese Oberland including how to skip the line, hiking maps, best activities, and where to eat and stay.

Bernese Oberland

Cherry Blossom Trail in Frick

Easy
1.5 h
4 k
120m
120m

Visit hundreds of cherry trees blooming in mid April on this easy spring hike near Basel in northern Switzerland.

Northwest Switzerland

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.

Graubünden

Mythenrundreise Hike

Moderate
3.5 h
10 k
270m
660m

This popular hike winds under the spiky Mythen peaks, with panorama views of green valleys, rolling hills, and lakes of central Switzerland. It’s a long walk at 10km, but not particularly difficult. Playgrounds at both ends are a good reward for the kids.

Zurich Springtime Flower Walk

Easy
.75 h
2.3 k
30m
40m

Our favorite springtime walk in Zurich, passing through two big parks with beautiful flowering trees, wild blooms, and cultivated gardens.

Areuse Gorge • Hike along river

Easy
3.5 h
11.5 k
120m
350m

Beautiful walk along a rushing river, through fields and forests, with several narrow sections with dramatic cliff walls, waterfalls and stone bridges. It’s a long hike at 11km, but mostly downhill and not difficult.

Weg der Schweiz (Swiss Path): Guide to Hiking Around Lake Lucerne

Walk the “Weg der Schweiz” around Lake Lucerne, a scenic multi-stage trail celebrating the birth of Switzerland. Perfect for spring hiking.

The Swiss Path Stage 1: Rütli to Bauen

Moderate
9 k
450m
460m

Hike the first stage of the Weg der Schweiz (Swiss Path) starting in the birthplace of Switzerland, with a boat ride, lake views, and mix of forest, fields, and villages.

Lake Lucerne Region

The Swiss Path Stage 2: Bauen to Flüelen

Easy
10 k
110m
110m

It’s a flat, easy trail hugging the lakeshore, with lovely views of the lake and surrounding mountains. There are lots of sculptures and art pieces along the way, celebrating the culture and history of Switzerland. One way either 2 or 10 km, possible with strollers.

Valle Verzasca • Hike along Swiss green water trail

Moderate
3.7 h
13.5 k
40m
398m

Hike along a beautiful river in the Verzasca valley, ending at the famous bridge and swimming area at Laverterzzo. Easy walking for families, with lots of places to stop for a picnic and splash in the river.

Ticino

Fürenalp “Little Patagonia” Hike to Stäuber Falls

Moderate
3.5 h
9.5 k
0m
750m

Panorama trail near Engelberg that leads to to a roaring waterfall. Plus an alpine dairy, playground and restaurant with a view.

Lake Lucerne Region

Lauterbrunnen Valley Path

Easy
2 h
6.7 k
120m
0m

Easy free hike from Lauterbrunnen to Stechelberg in the valley of 72 waterfalls. Good choice anytime, but particularly for spring and cloudy days.

Bernese Oberland