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Val Calnègia hike to hidden valley above Foroglio falls

Moderate
2 h
5.4 k
360m
360m

Hike to the top of the Foroglio falls and explore a high alpine valley along a rushing river.

Ticino

How to visit the most beautiful waterfalls in Switzerland, with directions, hiking maps and tips for a successful outing.

Switzerland

Trümmelbach Falls in the Lauterbrunnen Valley

Explore these glacier waterfalls in the Lauterbrunnen valley by walking on safe walkways and stairs through a narrow cavern. Best for ages 6+. A good add-on to other activities in the Jungfrau Region.

Bernese Oberland

Stäuben Falls near Lucerne: How to Visit

Easy
2 h
6 k
250m
250m

How to reach the powerful Stäuben waterfalls near Lucerne on an easy walk thru a lush river valley.

Lake Lucerne Region

Giessbach Falls near Interlaken

Easy
2 k
270m
270m

Ride a ferry and vintage funicular to these gorgeous waterfalls near Interlaken with optional short hike & lunch at Grand Hotel Giessbach.

Bernese Oberland

Rhine Falls • Largest waterfalls in Europe

Plan a fun day trip to the Rhine Falls, the largest waterfalls in Europe, with an exciting boat ride, ropes park, and river walk.

Eastern Switzerland

Reichenbach Falls near Interlaken

Easy
.6 k
50m

Ride a vintage funicular to view these famous waterfalls near Interlaken. Optional short hike along the falls and mountain scooter ride.

Bernese Oberland

Batöni waterfalls at Weisstannen

Moderate
3 h
8 k
520m
520m

Hike up a narrow river valley to reach three big waterfalls and a bouncy suspension bridge.

Piumogna Waterfalls & Hike

Moderate
2 h
6 k
220m
220m

These gorgeous waterfalls were a bit mysterious before we went and we weren’t sure what we would find. I’m so glad we took a chance; these falls were amazing! The lower falls are easy to access by car. The upper falls require a cable car ride and hike, well worth it.

Ticino

Engstligenalp Adelboden • Big waterfall and easy alpine valley walk

Easy
1.2 h
4.5 k
40m
50m

Hike an easy stroller-friendly path around a beautiful wide, flat alpine valley surrounded by impressive mountain peaks.

Seerenbach Falls: Walensee Hike from Betlis

Easy
1.5 h
3.5 k
110m
110m

Short hike along the Walensee lake to some of the tallest waterfalls in Switzerland. Start with a ferry ride across the lake. For kids, there is a treasure hunt theme trail and small playground.

Eastern Switzerland

Staubbach Falls in Lauterbrunnen

Easy
.3 h
.5 k
50m
50m

How to visit this famous waterfall in Lauterbrunnen, the third tallest in Switzerland, plus tips for your visit.

Bernese Oberland