Alarm for loneliness seekers: Five secluded paths in Switzerland
wengen
Above Lauterbrunnen at 1274 meters lies a small mountain community, Wengen. The fact that it’s a car-free zone and you can’t bring your vehicle is the nicest thing. Only the cog railway and a hiking trail lead to Wengen.
things to do
- The 25-minute train ride and the hike from Lauterbrunnen to Wengen are spectacular.
- In summer you can spend a sunny day in a valley surrounded by beautiful mountains like Eiger and Mönch.
- Wengen’s extensive network of hiking trails makes it a paradise for skiers in winter.
Stoos
At 1300 m altitude, Stoos is another small town in Switzerland that is a bit off the beaten track. You can get there without a car by taking the Stoosbahn funicular from Zurich.
things to do
- Here you can take part in one of the most beautiful hikes in Switzerland. It is one of the most beautiful places in the country due to the lush grass in summer and the breathtaking mountain scenery.
- You can also ride the chairlift, which offers an excellent vantage point of Lake Lucerne.
Zermatt
From the small town of Zermatt, known as one of the best ski resorts in Switzerland, you can see the famous Matterhorn hill at its best. Here you will find some of the most breathtaking hikes in the country. To get to Zermatt you have to park your car in Täsch and take the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from there.
things to do
- Enjoy skiing on the popular slopes of the Matterhorn.
- Explore the lakes and hiking trails in the Alps.
- You can enjoy the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise cable car ride.
La Gruyere
The only sounds you will hear in this place 50km from Lucerne and 120km from Geneva are birdsong and the ringing of cowbells.
things to do
- Stroll through the village on foot to experience the authentic Swiss countryside.
- One of the top chocolate manufacturers in Switzerland is the Cailler-Nestle chocolate factory in the municipality of Broc. Here you have the opportunity to observe different methods of chocolate production.
- If you are a fan of Swiss cheese, go to Gruyères. One of the best Swiss cheeses in the world is made there.
Aletsch Glacier
With a length of 23 km, this glacier is the largest in the Alps and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. By train or bus from Brig to the hamlet of Aletsch, from where you can reach the vantage point in about an hour.
things to do
- From Eggishorn, climb an exciting mountain trail to Lake Marjela, which offers stunning views of the Aletsch Glacier.
- Enjoy the view from the Moosfluh before you go for a walk in the Aletsch Forest.
- Learn more about the formation and past of the Aletsch Glacier by visiting the World Nature Forum.
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