hikes in Swiss Alps
Our collection of stunning hiking trails will introduce you to the best walks of Swiss Alps. From iconic routes towards the famous Matterhorn, to secluded valleys that very few know about – you’ll find the greatest trails for you and your family walking holiday.
Read MoreThe best hikes in Swiss Alps
01. Fründen Hut
Difficulty
6.4mi
3,461ft
4.5-6.5h
The Fründen Hut hike will take you around and above Lake Oeschinen, perhaps the most… Read More
02. Matterhorn Glacier Trail
Difficulty
3.9mi
558ft
1.5-2h
The Matterhorn Glacier Trail (Nr. 26) takes you close to the Furgg Glacier and right… Read More
03. Eiger Trail
Difficulty
4.3mi
512ft
1.5-2.5h
The Eiger Trail skirts the north face of one of the most iconic mountains in… Read More
04. Edelweiss Refuge Loop
Difficulty
6.3mi
2,805ft
4-6h
Zermatt is an area strewn with hiking trails that intersect on well signposted routes. This… Read More
05. Daubensee
Difficulty
3.8mi
650ft
1.5-2.5h
Hiking around Daubensee Lake gives you a gentle work out with a great view of… Read More
06. Aletsch Glacier
Difficulty
4.1mi
1,371ft
2.5-3.5h
The Aletsch Glacier hike gives you a great view of the largest glacier in the… Read More
07. Lac Bleu
Difficulty
1.6mi
843ft
1-1.5h
Lac Bleu is claimed to be the clearest lake in the Swiss Alps. The hike… Read More
08. Bachalpsee Hike
Difficulty
3.7mi
843ft
2-2.5h
Bachalpsee is a very easy hike with a fantastic view of snow-capped summits reflecting off… Read More
09. Pierre Avoi
Difficulty
2.2mi
758ft
1.5-2h
Pierre Avoi is a mountain near the village of Verbier, located in the canton of… Read More
10. Lacs de Fenetre
Difficulty
4.1mi
1,969ft
3-4h
Hiking to Lacs de Fenetre is a challenging workout that takes you to a viewpoint… Read More
Yes, there are more than 10
Swiss Alps is so beautiful that we can not give you only 10 hikes. So here is a list of bonus hikes in Swiss Alps that you should take a look at as well
11. Pizzo della Casa
Difficulty
4.7mi
2,110ft
3-4.5h
This is a challenging hike that starts out in Switzerland, crosses the border to Italy,… Read More
12. Fontanet to Les Ruinettes
Difficulty
3.9mi
331ft
1.5-2h
The Fontanet to Les Ruinettes trail takes you through beautiful paths above Verbier village, which… Read More
13. Arolla Glacier Trail
Difficulty
6.2mi
1,634ft
3-4.5h
The Arolla Glacier Trail takes you to a viewpoint overlooking the glacier and surrounding mountains.… Read More
14. Gotthard Pass to Hospental
Difficulty
5.9mi
128ft
2-2.5h
Passo del Gottardo (Gotthard Pass) is the most important north-south alpine route in Switzerland. Hiking… Read More
15. Quille du Diable Glacier
Difficulty
3.0mi
262ft
1-1.5h
The Quille du Diable hike traverses the Glacier de Tsanfleuron with great views of Oldenhorn… Read More
16. Lac Lioson
Difficulty
3.3mi
1,565ft
2-3h
If you are staying in the Geneva or Lausanne area, Lac Lioson is a short… Read More
17. Andermatt to Goschenen
Difficulty
2.9mi
112ft
1-1.5h
This route takes you along a pedestrian trail that passes through interesting tunnels and over… Read More
18. Thermal Canyon Walk
Difficulty
2.1mi
561ft
1-1.5h
This walk is easy and takes you into the stunning Dala Gorge over the river… Read More
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