The Best Places to Hike in Switzerland

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Switzerland is a true paradise for hikers. Believe it or not, but in total there are 65’000 kilometers of hiking trails (in comparison to 71’400 kilometers of roads or 5’100 of railways) all across the country. So not only is there an abundance of hikes, but surely an abundance of beautiful nature.

Fresh and clean air, breathtaking views and an abundance of nature – this is why we Swiss love hiking. It is no surprise that in this vast amount of hiking routes, there are some spectacular hikes tucked away in between peaks, glistening glaciers or mountain lakes. So let us take you away and discover with us some of the most beautiful and best places to hike in Switzerland.

1. The Brienzergrat Hike

Brienzergrat

The 4-5 hours hike along the Brienzergrat ridge in the Bernese Alps is probably one of the finest and most spectacular hiking trails in Switzerland – HIGHLY recommended!

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2. The Five Lakes Hike in Zermatt

The Five Lakes Hike in Zermatt - Matterhorn

The beautiful Five Lakes Hike in Zermatt takes you from Blauherd to Sunnegga. You'll be passing by 5 beautiful small mountain lakes during this hike. The reflection of the Matterhorn in the lakes is definitely one of the highlights!

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3. High Trail (Höhenweg) Grächen – Saas Fee

High Trail (Höhenweg) Grächen - Saas Fee

The pretty demanding 7-8 hours high-altitude hike from Grächen to Saas-Fee offers astonishing views of the Saas Valley and most certainly all types deer will cross your path.

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4. Mt. Säntis Panorama Trail & the Äscher Restaurant

Mt. Säntis Panorama Trail & the Äscher Restaurant

A 2-day hike starting from Wasserauen to the Meglisalp, over the Mount Säntis and then all the way down to the world famous cliff restaurant "Äscher"

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5. Ried Glacier – Seetalhorn (3’037m) – Seeboden – Hannigalp

Ried Glacier - Seetalhorn (3’037m) - Seeboden - Hannigalp

A partly demanding hike with many spectacular highlights: the idyllic Grächen lake, the ried glacier with its glacial moraines and astonishing views on top of the Seetalhorn at 3'037m.

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6. The Binn Valley

The Binn Valley

Explore the rich geological diversity and exceptionally varied flora with a hike through the Binntal Nature Park. The are is very renowned for its extensive natural and cultural landscapes.

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