This page was last updated by
Annika on 9 July 2023.
Must-knows about hiking in Switzerland
Switzerland has a dense and extremely well-marked network of hiking trails.
There are routes for everyone: town and city walks, easy valley hikes, and all sorts of mountain trails.
Hiking is the best way to feel close to Switzerland’s nature.
It’s important to prepare well, even if a hike seems simple. Plan your route, check weather forecasts, dress appropriately, and take along the essentials.
Find Swiss hikes
Town walk Lausanne City trip, Hiking Min. time required: 1:00
Discover the architectural highlights of Lausanne on Lake Geneva with this easy 1-hour town walk.
Town walk Zurich City trip, Hiking Min. time required: 2:00
This free city walk offers a great introduction to the pretty old town of Zurich. You’ll also scroll on the promenades along the river Reuss …
Town walk Lucerne City trip, Hiking Min. time required: 2:00
Easy city walk across the Old Town of Lucerne with famous and less-visited spots. See the City Wall, the Chapel Bridge, beautiful churches and ancient …
Town walk Geneva City trip, Hiking Min. time required: 1:30
Discover Geneva with our varied walk along the river Rhône and the lake, and in the old town center of Geneva. You’ll see the city …
Town walk Basel City trip, Hiking Min. time required: 2:00
We created this free city walk for you to enjoy the historical city center of Basel in Switzerland in just a few hours. You’ll also …
Aletsch Glacier Hiking, Mountains, Nature Min. time required: 2:00
The Aletsch Glacier is the largest glacier of Switzerland and even of the Alps. We explain how to get the best views from mountaintops in …
Bürgenstock Hiking, Mountains Min. time required: 2:30
The Bürgenstock ridge above Lake Lucerne has luxurious hotels, restaurants, fantastic views and the famous Hammetschwand lift. We share our tips to help you plan.
Town walk Zermatt City trip, Hiking Min. time required: 1:00
See the lively town center and the beautiful outskirts of Zermatt with this quick and varied walk. Perfect for a one-day trip to Zermatt as …
Lake walk St. Moritz Hiking Min. time required: 1:00
Enjoy the beautiful lake of St. Moritz with this easy 1-hour stroll.
Town walk Ascona City trip, Hiking Min. time required: 0:35
The town center of Ascona is tiny but stunning. This self-guided walk leads you through all the pretty streets and to the lakefront.
Our favorite trails described
We’ve collected our favorite Swiss hikes in our blog . Find route descriptions for each of them.
Practical hiking information and tips
Hiking in the Swiss Alps should not be underestimated. Casualties do occur. Learn how to prepare and how to safely enjoy the Swiss trails.
Hiking in Switzerland is available for all, but it requires caution. Weather and the alpine environment can cause dangers. Learn …
How to prepare for hiking in the Swiss Alps: how to pick a route that suits your capabilities, what to …
SwissTopo and Switzerland Mobility are great navigation apps for your hikes in Switzerland. But paper maps are important too: your …
How to dress and what to pack for your Swiss holidays, with tips for all sorts of activities: from summer …
High-altitude hiking in Switzerland can best be done in summer: from July to August. But there are beautiful trails for …
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Page author: Annika Since early childhood I've been visiting Switzerland during my holidays and I just fell in love with the country. I spent many summers in the Bernese Oberland, which still feels like my second home, and then started to explore other areas. Traveling, hiking and photographing in the Swiss Alps are my absolute favorite activities.