Switzerland Travel

Let’s dive into the best activities Switzerland has to offer throughout the year.

Let’s dive deeper into some of the must-see Swiss festivals and how visitors can participate and enjoy these extraordinary cultural events.

As an American traveler, you may unknowingly be broadcasting your citizenship through subtle cues and behaviors while traveling abroad.

 The beauty and enduring appeal of Switzerland is found not just in its mountainscapes and breathtaking natural wonders. But, also in hundreds of small towns and tiny villages. Even Switzerland’s largest cities—Zurich, Geneva, Luzern, Lausanne—have …

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Switzerland is known for its stunning alpine scenery, beautiful lakes, ski resorts and charming alpine villages. But it also offers some unforgettable travel experience that you simply can’t get anywhere else. I’ve been traveling and …

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At Alpenwild, knowing someone’s age is little help in determining if they would enjoy an active tour in the Alps. Instead, we look at the bigger picture. Alpenwild adventures are for active travelers of all …

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Luxury walking vacations are a great way to see new travel destinations. You’ll get fresh air and a little bit of fitness at the same time. Here at Alpenwild, we have walking, hiking, and trekking …

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Luzern or Lucerne? Are they the same city in Switzerland?  Yes. Luzern and Lucerne are simply different spellings for the same Swiss city. Luzern is in the German-speaking part of Switzerland. So, the standard spelling …

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It can be a hiking guide’s worst nightmare. On the first day of our Engadine hiking tour—Sunday, September 8 (still summer)—I wake up to falling snow. The snow continues to fall and accumulate during breakfast. …

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If you need another reason to visit Switzerland, how about this: Get a burst of free energy every time you’re near a plunging waterfall or a gushing stream. Fast-moving water is found throughout Switzerland as …

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  It’s the dead of winter and most of our favorite Alpine hiking trails are covered with a foot of snow. As we wait for a spring thaw and those first gentians to bloom, I …

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Snow-capped mountains, twinkling lights, hearty meals, festive markets, magic in the air… Around the world, the holidays are a special time for family, friends, and food. But spending Christmas in Switzerland will make you feel …

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Thanks to the large international airport located in Geneva, this city is the first stop for many travelers arriving in Switzerland. But too many new arrivals head straight to the Alps, never giving the city …

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When it comes to booking hotels for your big trip to Switzerland, it’s easy to feel a little overwhelmed. After all, there are lots of options, and it’s important to have a comfortable home base …

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Take a moment to conjure up every stereotype you’ve heard about Switzerland. Picture the towering mountains, the pretty buildings, the bright wildflowers, the alpine clothing… Believe it or not, you can find all of those …

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