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Ponti dei Salti Bridge at Lavertezzo & River Swimming

A gorgeous river with crystal clear water in southern Switzerland, a magical spot for swimming and sunbathing on hot summer days.

Ticino

Golzernsee • Hike to alpine lake and swimming

Easy
3 k
30m
10m

You can swim, hike or just take in the gorgeous view at this cosy alpine lake in Central Switzerland.

Lake Lucerne Region

Etang de la Gruère – easy walk around secluded lake

Easy short trail around small secluded lake in an nature preserve near Neuchâtel in western Switzerland. Nice place for picnics and swimming.

12 Best Outdoor Swimming “Badis” near Zurich (for kids)

Our favorite “badis” or outdoor swimming areas near Zürich for families, including pools, lakes, and rivers.

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.

Lauerzersee Lake Swimming

Lovely lake with views of Mt. Rigi with sandy shallow area for wading, bouncy floats, diving platforms, boats to rent, and a big playground.

Kilchberg Lake Swimming

We like Seebad Kilchberg because it has a a nice playground, a little water slide, and a swimming pool built right next to the lake front.

Tiefenbrunnen Beach in Zurich

Lake swimming area on the east side Zürich city, with a small water slide, a wading pool and enclosed shallow swimming area for smaller children.

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