The Travelnews editorial team will tell you each of the three top tips for excursions for the next few days in Switzerland as a holiday destination. We propose these discoveries:

A hotel made of snow and ice, Gstaad BE

Fully equipped igloo rooms for over 40 people, including sanitary facilities, electricity and even a whirlpool, are hidden under the meter-thick layer of snow and ice. Jointly responsible: the Canadian Morgan Heidecker.

The igloo village of Gstaad – in the Bernese Oberland – is located on the Saanerslochgrat. Access with skis is possible from five valley stations; pedestrians can easily reach the facility with the new Saanerslochbahn, which opened in 2018, from Saanenmöser. Further information.

Ski and sheep against stress, Zermatt VS

As hotel manager in Zermatt, Paul-Marc Julen continues what his ancestors built. The family tradition also includes breeding the black-nosed sheep that belong here. And whenever possible, the hotelier and his boys carve down the slopes at the foot of the Matterhorn. 360 kilometers of slopes, modern mountain railways, the highest cable car station in Europe, diverse cuisine: these are just some of the trump cards that Zermatt has to offer. Further information.

Hotels with special fondue / raclette offers

There is nothing better than enjoying a fondue or raclette with friends in a chalet or igloo on a cold winter evening. Even better if you can enjoy it while staying in a hotel! From Pontresina to Geneva, here is the selection.

Our top 3 excursion tips are presented in cooperation with Switzerland Tourism. Are you looking for further travel suggestions and excursion tips in Switzerland as a travel destination? More on Myswitzerland.com.

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