SWITZERLAND

Useful posts about the top attractions, cities, and programs in Switzerland. Focusing on nature, castles, gorges, waterfalls, etc. with hiking & biking routes.

Total 8 articles

Grindelwald, Switzerland - Top 9 things to do

April 3rd, 2023

This time we're looking at the settlement of Grindelwald, after which the valley of the same name was named. You are in Switzerland, between the peaks of the Alps, at an altitude of 1034 meters above sea level. Many attractions of the tourist region of the Bernese Oberland can be found here. You can discover such top-listed places as the First Cliff Walk lookout or the Gletscherschlucht gorge. Grindelwald's name was already known among hikers, skiers and mountain climbers before the Harry Potte

Lauterbrunnen - Top 8 waterfalls, towns, maps ...

March 27th, 2023

Lauterbrunnen is one of the most photographed spots in Switzerland, perhaps even in the Alps. The most famous point of the valley, considered one of the most beautiful and peaceful places in Europe, is the settlement of the same name, which owes its fame to the giant Staubbachfall waterfall. In our current article, we will look at what attractions Lauterbrunnen offers. Many people know the neighbouring Grindelwald from the Harry Potter books. Still, few know that Tolkien modelled the world of t

Seealpsee, Switzerland

March 22nd, 2023

With an area of 13.6 hectares, the picturesque Seealpsee is one of the most photographed lakes in Switzerland. Find the lake at an altitude of 1,143 meters, surrounded with enormous mountains of the Alps. There are more than 1000 km of hiking trails in the vicinity. From the nearby Ebenalp, you can reach popular attractions, such as Wildkirchli and the Santis mountain. 💡Tip: the lake can be reached in 2 hours with a hike of easy difficulty. Many people come here to relax and have a picnic - sp

Bodensee (Lake Constance) - Top 13 Cities and Attractions

January 6th, 2023

Bodensee (Lake Constance in English) is the largest lake in Germany. The huge green gem on the German-Austrian-Swiss border is 63 km long. It owes its fame to the fact that it is a real holiday paradise, joined by charming towns. It is mainly a summer destination where everyone goes swimming, sailing or surfing. The 536 km2 Lake Constance is the 3rd largest stagnant body of water in Europe after Lake Balaton and Lake Geneva. In addition to water sports, cycling is also very popular in the area.

Aare gorge (Aareschlucht) 2023 - Opening hours, season, parking ...

November 28th, 2022

The most popular gorge in Switzerland is the 1.4 km long Aare Gorge (Aareschlucht). The limestone chasm formed 10,000 years ago was created by the water of the melting glaciers. 50-meter-high rock walls bound the narrow gorge on both sides. During the child-friendly, easy route, an impressive view unfolds before your eyes, as its width varies between 1 and 30 meters. Overview Aare gorge Details Length 1.4 km (approx 1 hour) Hiking trail Easy | Child-friendly Prices 7-10

Zermatt Top 10 Attractions - Maps and photos

September 28th, 2020

At 1608 meters, Zermatt is located at the foot of one of the most well-known mountains in the Alps, the Matterhorn in Switzerland. The small settlement in the valley is truly a pilgrimage site for lovers of climbing. Besides climbers, families are also taking a trip by train to the Swiss village, to spend a few days hiking and relaxing. We have put together a list for you with the top attractions and places to visit. The small town of Zermatt is located in the canton of Valais, the district of

Climbing Matterhorn – Everything you need to know: camps, routes, weather, huts, equipment, etc.

September 28th, 2020

The Matterhorn, with its 4478 meters, is one of the highest mountain peaks in the Alps and certainly one of the most famous. The mountain top, which also appears on the Toblerone chocolate, is climbed from Italy or Switzerland by about 3000 people yearly. With this, the pyramid-shaped mountain is one of the most conquered peaks in the world. This adventure, however, is not just fun. It takes serious preparation to attack the Swiss peak, as the Matterhorn already falls into the "four thousand" c

Hiking from Euthal to Innerthal - Through Chli Aubrig and Gross Aubrig

January 9th, 2018

What awaits me is a 17 km long hike from Euthal to Innerthal through Chli Aubrig and Gross Aubrig. The guide book promises a beautiful panoramic scenery along the way and possibly also funny encounters with locals, such as cows and donkeys.