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    Top 10 best hikes in Switzerland

    Aoife O'MaraBy Aoife O'MaraJuly 14, 20215 Mins Read
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    Switzerland is a hiker’s dream with snow-capped mountains, rolling hills, and magical deep blue lakes.

    The magnificent mountain ranges that grace Switzerland are among the many things this country is famous for. With so many hikes to choose from, it can be difficult to know which are the best hikes in Switzerland.

    Home to the Swiss Alps and dozens of picturesque Swiss villages, this is a haven for hikers whether you are in search of a multi-day hiking adventure or a short hiking experience.

    Here are the ten best hikes in Switzerland.

    10. Schäfler Ridge Hike – for dramatic views

    The Schäfler Ridge Hike offers amazing views.
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    A forest full of towering trees leads the way, bringing you to the luscious green mountainside. There are multiple cliffs on the hillside, one of which is home to a unique cliff-face church.

    You will have to walk through one of these caves to make it to the dramatic viewing point, which has incredible views of Seealpsee.

    Address: 9057 Schwende District, Switzerland

    9. Pinut Via Ferrata – for an adrenaline rush

    Pinut Via Ferrata is one of the best hikes in Switzerland.
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    This cliffside stairway is made up of a series of ladders and staircases at the edge of the cliff, but fear not, for you are attached to a wire cable!

    Enjoy impressive rock formations before exploring some of the caves and tunnels. Although not for the faint-hearted, this adventure is definitely one for your bucket list.

    Address: 7017 Flims, Switzerland

    8. Riffelsee Hike – for spectacular views

    The Riffelsee Hike offers fantastic views.
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    The impressive Matterhorn takes centre stage during this hike, and thankfully you won’t have to climb it.

    Instead, enjoy incredible reflections of this mighty mountain in the waters of the Riffel Lake. This hike is a photographer’s dream as the colours of the sun dance against the mountain, giving it a beautiful glow.

    Address: 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland

    7. Mount Niesen – above the clouds

    Mount Niesen is one of the best hikes in Switzerland.
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    No list of the best hikes in Switzerland would be complete without the magnificent Mount Niesen.

    This pyramid-shaped mountain often sits above the clouds, meaning that sunrises and sunsets are particularly magnificent. There is even a restaurant and hotel at the top of this mountain!

    Address: 3711 Reichenbach im Kandertal, Switzerland

    6. Val Trupchun Hiking Trail – a popular trail

    The Val Trupchun Hiking Trail is incredible.
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    Part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, this trail attracts thousands every year. Although it is 14 km (8.7 miles) in length, the trail is reasonably easy to navigate.

    Keep your eyes peeled for wild animals like deer and vultures as you meander your way along the route.

    Address: 7525 S-chanf, Switzerland

    5. Oeschinensee Panorama Hike – for cows with bells

    Oeschinesee Panorama Hike is one of the best hikes in Switzerland.
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    If you’re looking for that picture-perfect Swiss hike, then this is the best hike for you.

    Expect waterfalls, snow-capped mountains, gorgeous green meadows, and cows with bells on your 8.5 km (5.3 miles) hike. This looped walk offers impressive views of the Oeschinensee lake, but it can be difficult in parts.

    Address: 3718 Kandersteg, Switzerland

    4. Pizol Five Lakes Trail – picturesque lakes

    The Pizol Five Lakes Trail is a picturesque route.
    Credit: Pixabay / Manuela_Burkhalter

    As one of the most popular hikes in Eastern Switzerland, it is not difficult to understand why this one had to be included on our list of best hikes in Switzerland.

    This 10 km (6.2 miles) trail is home to five impressive alpine lakes scattered about the rugged Swiss mountainside. Each of the lakes offers something different; one is turquoise blue while another is a dark blue.

    Address: 7326 Mels, Switzerland

    3. Surenenpass– a day hike with views

    Surenenpass is one of the best hikes in Switzerland.
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    For those looking for a longer adventure, then one of the best hikes in Switzerland is the day hike from Engelberg to Attinghausen.

    The adventure begins and ends with breathtaking cablecar journeys, and it approximately six hours in total. Keep your eyes peeled for the alpine huts that may invite you in to try some delicious alpine cheese!

    Address: 6468 Attinghausen, Switzerland

    2. Lauterbrunnen Glacial Valley – for waterfalls galore

    Lauterbrunnen Glaciel Valley is a must.
    Credit: Pixabay / cmooreinswitzerland

    Home to 72 beautiful waterfalls, some standing an impressive 400 m (1,300 ft) tall, the Lauterbrunnen region is an easy yet delightful hike.

    Enjoy views of the Swiss Alpine homes that grace the green and rugged mountainside. It is said that Lauterbrunnen is the inspiration for Rivendell in The Lord of the Rings.

    Address: 3822 Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland

    1. Matterhorn – for the ultimate test

    The Matterhorn tops our list of best hikes in Switzerland.
    Credit: Pixabay / Simon

    As one of the highest peaks in the Swiss Alps, the Matterhorn is one of Switzerland’s most difficult hikes. However, it is one of the best spots for hiking in Europe.

    Sitting on the Swiss-Italian border, this 4,478 m (14,692 ft) tall mountain offers truly spectacular views from its peak. However, this hike is only for skilled hikers as it has claimed many lives over the years.

    Address: 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland

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    Aoife O'Mara is a travel-hungry 21-year-old from East Clare. Having returned from a gap year in Melbourne, she discovered a newfound appreciation for the place she calls home. Now studying communications and media production in Griffith College Dublin, she is also writing for the university's magazine. When not dreaming about future trips and adventures, she can be found petting dogs, exploring Ireland's lakes and rivers, and taking photos.

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