Hiking in Switzerland

Embark on an enchanting hiking expedition in Switzerland, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Nestled amidst the Alps, Switzerland boasts an extensive network of well-maintained hiking trails that cater to all skill levels, from leisurely walks to challenging mountain ascents. Explore iconic routes such as the Eiger Trail, offering breathtaking views of the Eiger North Face, or the picturesque Swiss National Park, where alpine meadows and serene lakes captivate the senses.

Revel in the beauty of the Jungfrau Region, where the renowned Bernese Oberland trails provide access to stunning glaciers and pristine alpine landscapes. As you traverse the Swiss countryside, be prepared for encounters with diverse flora and fauna, including iconic Swiss cows grazing in lush pastures. Immerse yourself in the local culture by discovering charming mountain villages and savoring traditional Swiss cuisine. Plan your Swiss hiking adventure to experience a harmonious blend of natural splendor and alpine hospitality.

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  Day 1 – 4 Day Breathtaking Hike Trip Interlaken, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen Circular – Jungfrau Region, Switzerland
  I have done this trip in the Jungfrau Region before, and wanted to mention it because the time of year and the weather are two factors you need to consider when looking to do these trails. I went first end of April beginning of May, I got some great deals on flights, trains and hotels, so it is a good time to go, but as I found out the trains to the top of the mountains only run for a certain number of months.
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  Day 2 – Hiking from Interlaken to Grindelwald via Schynige Platte & Berglauenen, to see The Eiger!
  The day before, we looked up at the mountain (Schynige Platte) we were heading to and all seemed fine, no snow, no rain, and it was pretty clear, which wasn’t the case the next morning. We woke up to pretty much a monsoon whilst we were getting ready, and then we discovered that 6 inches of snow had fallen over night at the top of the mountain.
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  Day 3 – Big hike from Grindelwald up to Kleine Scheidegg (7000ft), next to The Eiger, then down to Lauterbrunnen.
  The walk ahead means you are walking literally in the shadow of The North Face of the Eiger, and you can peel off at one point and do the Eiger Trail which takes you up higher, but we didn’t have time as the plan was to walk down the other side to Lauterbrunnen.
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  Day 4 – Lauterbrunnen, Stechelberg, Piz Gloria – Schilthorn & back to Interlaken
  Waking up in Lauterbrunnen on the final walking day, we decided that we didn’t want to walk straight back to Interlaken, as it’s only a 3.5-hour flat walk back, so we decided to do some sightseeing, and it was easily the right decision, as you will see below. I have only included in the downloads the hike back to Interlaken from Lauterbrunnen, and not included the sightseeing as it is optional, and in any case, you will be returning from Piz Gloria on the Schilthorn back through Lauterbrunnen, and then following the route back to Interlaken.