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Katzenstrick Winter Hike near Einsiedeln
  • Easy
  • 1.25 h
  • 4.4 k
  • 120m
  • 160m
Easy winter hike up and over a hill overlooking Einsiedeln near Zürich, walking on a country road with mountain views.
Elm Winter Hike to Alpine Restaurant
  • Moderate
  • 1.2 h
  • 3.5 k
  • 160m
  • 160m
Short winter hike with mountain views to a mountain restaurant, then hike back the same way. Add on a 4 km sled run for more fun.
How to sled in Switzerland • 10 Essential tips for beginners
Your complete guide to sledding in Switzerland: sledge types, what to wear, where to sled, how to steer, helpful accessories and more.
10 Weekend group ski lessons near Zürich
Ski resorts near Zürich that offer group ski lessons on weekends, for absolute beginners, children and adults.
10 Cheapest Ski Resorts near Zürich
The cheapest places to ski near Zürich with affordable family tickets, inexpensive beginner tickets, student and senior discounts, and good terrain.
Winter Hike: Höher Schächentalerweg
  • Easy
  • 2.5 h
  • 7.4 k
  • 90m
  • 320m
Easy winter hike near Lucerne that traverses a sunny mountain on a groomed snowy trail.
Rigi Scheidegg • Easy winter hike near Lucerne
  • Easy
  • 1 h
  • 3 k
  • 100m
  • 100m
Short winter hike on groomed snow with panorama views and restaurant terraces for lounging in the sun.
Gottschalkenberg snowshoe hike near Zürich
  • 1.5 h
  • 5.2 k
  • 120m
  • 120m
Easy snowshoe trail near Zürich with beautiful panorama views, no gondola required, snowshoe rental on site, restaurants and sledding hill.
Ibergeregg Brünnelistock snowshoe hike
  • Easy
  • 1.75 h
  • 4.5 k
  • 210m
  • 210m
This trail starts with a tough climb but the beautiful panorama views are worth it. Another plus: you can drive directly to the start of this snowshoe trail, no gondola required.
Elm Ski Resort • Our favorite ski resort
This smaller local resort has plenty to keep all skill levels happy. We like the wide groomed pistes next to open powder fields, so beginning and advanced skiers can ski parallel to each other. The enclosed snow garden is particularly nice for beginners.
Brambrüesch Winter Hike • Edelweis Rundweg
  • Easy
  • 1.25 h
  • 5 k
  • 140m
  • 130m
Short and easy winter hike in the mountains, alternating between wide open panoramas and a charming forest wander. Add on the 5km sled run for more entertainment.
10 Beginner Snowshoe Trails in Switzerland
The best snowshoe trails for beginners in Switzerland, with short distances and easy terrain. Most hikes on this list are near Zürich or Lucerne.

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