Kandersteg, Switzerland
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Bettmeralp, Switzerland
Hike the Swiss Alps
4.04 mi / 250 ft gainThis beautiful 4 mile hike takes you past several small lakes and ponds, and offers amazing views of the backside of the Matterhorn.To hike around the Jungfrau-Aletsch glacier and Alps, begin at Bettmersee Lake, just next to the village. Facing the lake, with the village behind you, head left and...Read more -
Bettmeralp, Switzerland
Hiking Along The Great Aletsch Glacier
From Bettmersee Lake follow the trail northeast to "Biel". There's some elevation gain until you reach a large, wider bend in the the trail at Biel, from where you have an incredible view of the Aletsch Glacier and the Swiss Alps, including the Matterhorn.Facing the Glacier, head left and follow ...Read more -
Grindelwald, Switzerland
First to Balchalpsee
3.69 mi / 551 ft gainFirst to Balchalpsee is a 4-mile out-and-back trail. I did it on a rainy overcast day and the views were still spectacular. At a moderate pace, it took only 1 hour to complete the out-and-back hiking portion, with 20 minutes spent at the lake overlooking the glaciers. There is a fee to ride the...Read more -
Les Diablerets, Switzerland
Hike and Climb the Via Ferrata de la Cascade
1.5 mi / 500 ft gainA Via Ferrata is a protected climbing road created in the Alps made of steel. With a climber’s kit, you secure yourself to cables periodically attached to the mountain, and climb up with the help of steel pegs fixed into the mountain. The Via Ferrata de la Cascade, which literally translated mea...Read more -
Simplon, Switzerland
Hike in the Laggintal
7.3 mi / 3359.6 ft gainThe journey begins in the village of Simplon Dorf, crouched on soft hills and lush green meadows under the Fletschhorn.The trail starts at the side of the Post Office in the center of Simplon Dorf and you'll ascend on a track very well marked crossing diagonally the wooded ridge overlooking the v...Read more -
Randa, Switzerland
Hike to the Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge
5.4 mi / 3280.8 ft gainTechnical specificationsLength: 494m / Height: 85m / Elevation: 2080m above see level / Time to cross: 10 min The bridge is located in the Swiss Alps, near the village of Randa, where you start the hike. It says 4h for the loop, but it takes less time if you're a good hiker. The normal route is a...Read more -
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Hike the Almageller Höhenweg
6.9 mi / 689 ft gainGetting ThereStart your tour in Saas-Grund at the bottom station of the Hohsaas cableway. In summer, it costs you only 7 Swiss Francs there to park your car for the day. Then take the cable car up to the middle station (Kreuzboden) where your hike will begin.Hint: If you are staying in the Saas V...Read more -
San Anselmo, California
Hiking the Alpi Pontine - Pizzo Diei and Mount Cistella
12 mi / 4517.7 ft gainDrive to the San Domenico ski resort, a lovely small Italian alpine town where you will start. There you can opt to ride the cable car and save yourself about 450 meters of hiking up through ski tracks that are beautiful but will not add much to the adventure and which will already be very energy...Read more -
Leysin, Switzerland
Hike and Climb the Via Ferrata de la Tour D'Ai
5.05 mi / 1000 ft gainA Via Ferrata is a protected climbing road created in the Alps made of steel. With a climber’s kit, you secure yourself to cables periodically attached to the mountain, and climb up with the help of steel pegs fixed into the mountain. The Via Ferrata of the Tour D’Ai is located in Leysin, and i...Read more -
Zermatt, Switzerland
Explore The Matterhorn
5.0The Matterhorn straddles both Switzerland and Italy and is one of the most beautiful peaks you can shoot. The summit sits at 14,692 feet, making this one of the tallest peaks in Europe.There's an abundance of mellow hikes around the area - check a map in Zermatt for a trail that suits you or just...Read more -
Zermatt, Switzerland
Hike to Grindjisee
1.8 mi / 150 ft gainNestled at the end of a long valley, the village of Zermatt is constantly dwarfed by the tooth-shaped Matterhorn. You can virtually hike anywhere around Zermatt and see the Matterhorn, but there are some places that offer better views than others. One of those places is a small lake called Grindj...Read more -
Bognanco, Italy
Hike to Gattascosa hut and Camoscellahorn
4.2 mi / 3290.7 ft gainThe path that I'm suggesting here can be completed in full if you feel trained for a climb of 1000m but it can also be cut in half at the Monscera pass if you prefer something simpler and lighter. In any case, your excursion will give you great reward. From Domodossola follow directions to Bognan...Read more -
Obergoms VS, Switzerland
Photograph the Rhône Glacier
4.8 mi / 1686.4 ft gainHead for one of the highest mountain passes in the Swiss Alps, the Furkapass. It connects Gletsch, Valais with Realp, Uri. On the way, take a look at the awesome little church in Gletsch, a small town that looks pretty spooky during off-season! It's a perfect spot to watch or take pictures of the...Read more -
Martigny, Switzerland
Hike to La Bâtiaz Castle in Martigny
3.6 mi / 675 ft gainStarting in the Martigny town center, the trailhead is easy to find. Follow Rue de la Bâtiaz across La Dranse Rive and after about two blocks you will see signs to Chemin du Château, the "path to the castle."A relatively easy hike, switchbacks wind through vineyards on the mountainside for 1.8 mi...Read more -
Engelberg, Switzerland
Lutersee Loop
11.1 mi / 4216 ft gainFrom Engelberg, head towards Eugenisee and then wind through houses on the edge of town before starting the ascent to Ober Zingel. You'll have great views of the valley, and steep climbing. At Ober Zingel you can stop for a snack, or continue upwards to Lutersee. From here, you'll continue hiking...Read more -
Engelberg, Switzerland
Trübsee Loop via Engelberg
8.43 mi / 2677 ft gainTrübsee Loop is a nice trail accessible from town that passes by Untertrübsee and stunning Trübsee. Enjoy views of the Engelberg valley and the incredible colors of the lake. While it can be done in either direction, the trail between Engelberg and Berghotel is quite steep, so many people prefer ...Read more