Zermatt, Switzerland
Top Spots in and near Zermatt
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Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
Explore the Le Brévent Summit Alpine Area
Begin this hike by either making the 3.5 hour hike from the town of Chamonix to the top of Le Brévent (roughly 4,900 ft gain), or take the Brévent cable car to the top.(31€ roundtrip). Once at the summit take a moment to enjoy the 360° view, the fun is only getting started. After getting your fil...Read more -
Château-d’Œx, Switzerland
Ski and Snowboard Chateau D'oex
Chateau D'oex sits at 3,100 feet above sea level in the French-speaking Canton of Vaud, Switzerland. The easiest way to get to this picturesque place is by train, unless you happen to be staying nearby with a car. The small mountain town of about 3,500 people is riddled with history, beautiful la...Read more -
Leysin, Switzerland
Hike and Climb the Via Ferrata de la Tour D'Ai
5.05 mi / 1000 ft gainA Via Ferrata is a protected climbing road created in the Alps made of steel. With a climber’s kit, you secure yourself to cables periodically attached to the mountain, and climb up with the help of steel pegs fixed into the mountain. The Via Ferrata of the Tour D’Ai is located in Leysin, and i...Read more -
Grindelwald, Switzerland
Paraglide in the Swiss Alps
5.0There are few places that are quite as magical as the Swiss Alps. Towering peaks, rich culture, iconic architecture, and rolling green pastures; it's a storybook setting. While there are a multitude of ways to enjoy Switzerland, paragliding amidst the Swiss Alps tops the list. Once the snow melts...Read more -
Wilderswil, Switzerland
Canyoning in the Saxetenbach Gorge
Interlaken, Switzerland; a city known for its extreme sports and gorgeous scenery is a European city that is not to be missed. While you can experience the traditional extreme sports such as paragliding, bungee jumping or skydiving here, it’s a slightly less extreme yet more unique option you sho...Read more -
Gündlischwand, Switzerland
Trek in the Swiss Alps
68 miThe Trek: Words cannot describe the unparalleled beauty and scenery you will experience on this trek. The journey starts at Schynige Platte where you get your first up-close glimpse of the Berner Oberland including the Eiger, Jungfrau, Monch, and Wetterhorn. From there you will wind up and down t...Read more -
Grindelwald, Switzerland
First to Balchalpsee
3.69 mi / 551 ft gainFirst to Balchalpsee is a 4-mile out-and-back trail. I did it on a rainy overcast day and the views were still spectacular. At a moderate pace, it took only 1 hour to complete the out-and-back hiking portion, with 20 minutes spent at the lake overlooking the glaciers. There is a fee to ride the...Read more -
Interlaken, Switzerland
Hike to Harder Kulm
5.05 mi / 2400 ft gainThere are a few different ways to reach the top of Harder Kulm, which are mainly dependent upon your budget and fitness level. The way many people reach the top is by a cable car, that depending on when you go, can cost around CHF 32.00, which is close to USD 32.00. The alternative way is by trai...Read more -
Rhemes-notre-dame, Italy
Ski Touring Punta Galisia from the Rifugio Benevolo
Park your car as far up the road in the Rhemes Notre Dame valley as the snow will allow. The road turns to trail at Thumel (1,879m) where there is a car park but be prepared to park alongside the road further down the valley at Pelaud (1,811m) or Bruil (1,723m). From here, skin up the valley to t...Read more -
Obergoms VS, Switzerland
Photograph the Rhône Glacier
4.8 mi / 1686.4 ft gainHead for one of the highest mountain passes in the Swiss Alps, the Furkapass. It connects Gletsch, Valais with Realp, Uri. On the way, take a look at the awesome little church in Gletsch, a small town that looks pretty spooky during off-season! It's a perfect spot to watch or take pictures of the...Read more