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Pizol 5-Lake Trail

Challenging
4.5 h
10 k
430m
760m

A challenging hike to five beautiful alpine lakes scattered along an impressive landscape shaped by glaciers.

Eastern Switzerland

Brienzer Rothorn Hike • Epic Ridge Trail near Interlaken

Challenging
6 h
11.8 k
330m
1060m

Epic ridge trail with sweeping views of the Berner Oberland. A difficult and slightly dangerous hike, best for older kids and those with hiking experience.

Bernese Oberland

Eiger Trail in Grindelwald

Moderate
2.5 h
6 k
60m
750m

Hike next to the famous north face of the Eiger with spectacular views of the Grindelwald valley.

Bernese Oberland

Tough Hikes for Teens in Switzerland

Challenging

Here are the most challenging hikes we’ve done with our kids, starting when they were about 8 years old. These hikes are all longer than 10 km, with a fair amount of elevation ascent and descent, some slightly dangerous. These are suitable for tweens & teens that are confident hikers.

7 Intermediate Swiss Hikes for Older Kids (ages 7-12)

Challenging

Hikes in Switzerland suitable for older kids with hiking experience (about 7-12 years old) – moderate difficulty from 6 to 9 km long.

Aletsch Glacier Suspension Bridge Trail

Challenging
4.5 h
11 k
560m
750m

Beautiful alpine hike in southern Switzerland with views of the Aletsch glacier, crossing a suspension bridge over a gorge. Particularly nice in fall when the larch trees turn bright yellow. A bit challenging at 11km, so better for families with older kids.

Schilthorn Birg to Gimmelwald (Sefinen Valley)

Challenging
4.3 h
11 k
120m
1380m

Admire many mountain peaks as you traverse the Schilthorn mountain and descend through the Sefinen river valley, ending at the Gimmelwald alpine village.

Hi! I’m Tanya and our family has been living & hiking in Switzerland since 2005, collecting dozens of fun hikes and activities for all ages and abilities. More about us…

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