
Swiss Alpine Adventures
Switzerland offers exceptional walking infrastructure with over 65,000km of marked trails across alpine terrain, lakes, and valleys.
The country's comprehensive transport system and well-maintained paths make both challenging mountain routes and gentle lakeside walks easily accessible.
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Tour Du Mont Blanc 2026
Alpine circumnavigation of Western Europe's highest peak
170km / 10,200m
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Alpine circumnavigation of Western Europe's highest peak
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Why Choose Switzerland for your Adventure?
Switzerland maintains an extensive network of clearly marked trails, supported by efficient public transport reaching most trail heads.
The country's unique cable car and mountain railway infrastructure provides easy access to high-altitude routes. Trails are consistently maintained and clearly graded by difficulty.
Some of our favourite places...
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Bernese Oberland
Classic alpine walking beneath the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks.
Key features:
- Eiger Trail
- Mountain railway access
- Alpine meadow paths
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Zermatt Region
High-altitude trails with views of the Matterhorn.
Key features:
- Five Lakes Walk
- Hörnli Hut Trail
- Glacier viewpoints
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Lake Lucerne
Combined mountain and lake walking with excellent transport links.
Key features:
- Swiss Path
- Mountain panorama trails
- Historic route network
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Engadin Valley
High-altitude valley combining lakes, villages, and glacier views.
Key features:
- National Park trails
- Via Engiadina
- Lake plateau walks
Essential Information
Getting Around
Switzerland's integrated transport system serves walking regions effectively.
Transport options:
- Swiss Rail network
- PostBus services
- Cable cars
- Mountain railways
- Lake ferries
- Local buses
Accommodation
Walking regions provide varied accommodation options.
Options include:
- Mountain huts
- Hotels
- Mountain lodges
- Village inns
- Youth hostels
- Alpine clubs
Adventure Etiquette
- Respect trail markers
- Follow local regulations
- Keep to marked paths
- Clean mountain huts
- Greet other walkers
- Support local facilities
- Learn basic greetings
- Respect wildlife
Expert Tips
- Book mountain huts ahead
- Check weather forecasts
- Download SwitzerlandMobility app
- Understand trail grades
- Carry sufficient water
- Start early on hot days
- Check last transport times
- Consider Swiss Travel Pass
When should I go?
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March to May
- Lower trails opening
- Spring flowers emerging
- Snow remaining high up
- Quiet trails
- Variable conditions
- Cable cars reopening
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June to August
- Peak walking season
- All trails accessible
- Mountain huts open
- Busy popular routes
- Stable weather
- Long daylight hours
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September to November
- Clear mountain views
- Autumn colors
- Quieter trails
- Mountain huts closing
- Stable conditions
- Shorter days
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December to February
- Winter walking trails
- Snowshoe routes
- Limited high access
- Marked winter paths
- Short daylight hours
- Winter sports focus
Read our Guides
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Guide to Pacing
Find out what sort of walker you are and how many days it will take to complete some of the best walking trails in Britain.
Guide to Pacing
Find out what sort of walker you are and how many days it will take to complete some of the best walking trails in Britain.
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Accommodation Booking Guide
Here is essential guidance on booking accommodation for your self-guided walkingadventures, following the itinerary provided by Big Trail Adventures. Please adhere closely to the recommendations below to ensure a smooth...
Accommodation Booking Guide
Here is essential guidance on booking accommodation for your self-guided walkingadventures, following the itinerary provided by Big Trail Adventures. Please adhere closely to the recommendations below to ensure a smooth...
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Essential Packing Guide for Your Mountain Adven...
Proper packing is fundamental to both your safety and enjoyment on the trail. Our approach combines years of mountain experience with practical wisdom to help you prepare for your journey....
Essential Packing Guide for Your Mountain Adven...
Proper packing is fundamental to both your safety and enjoyment on the trail. Our approach combines years of mountain experience with practical wisdom to help you prepare for your journey....