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30 June 2018 at 12:12:05 #816978

My husband and I are going to the Swiss Alps for the first time at age 70. We were both long time Rocky Mountain hikers but will be happy to do light to moderate hiking to see nature during the day with cozy accommodations in the evening. Looking for suggestions on how to start planning and where to go for a week’s visit.

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30 June 2018 at 15:23:31 #889803

Hi Decardinal and welcome to MySwissAlps!

Have you decided when you are traveling to Switzerland? Have a read here first if you are still deciding: https://www.myswissalp s.com/besttimetovisit

The most popular region for mountain trips and hiking is the Jungfrau region. You can read about where to stay and what you can do there here: https://www.myswissalp s.com/jungfrauregion
The popular town around here is Wengen: https://www.myswissalp s.com/wengen.

Also, for trip planning tips look here:
https://www.myswissalp s.com/plantrip/doityou rself
and for general and useful information on Switzerland, look here:
https://www.myswissalp s.com/aboutswitzerland

Lastly, you’ll want to look at rail passes: http://www.myswissalps.com/tr ain/ticketspasses & for help on choosing the best pass for you (once you’ve set your daily itinerary) https://www.myswissalp s.com/train/ticketspas ses/practical/choosera ilpass

I hope that helps get you started, let us know if you have more questions!

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30 June 2018 at 16:32:49 #889804

Thanks for this good info.

[Arno]

11 August 2018 at 15:13:18 #889805

Hello Decardinal,

Were you able to finalize your planning?

[Annladams]

15 August 2018 at 14:44:49 #889806

Lucas, thank you so much for your reply. Your first “best time to visit” link answered my unasked question perfectly!!

[Slowpoke]

15 August 2018 at 23:52:10 #889807

Hi Ann –

Please let us know when you are going. Your experience in the Rockies will remind you of just how important the seasons are.

There aren’t a whole lot of 14’s to tackle, but lower altitudes offer a lot. Depending on the season.

Slowpoke