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Mountain tour with a view of Lake Oeschinen: from Elsigenalp via the First to Allmenalp.
Advertisement: this post was created in collaboration with Elsigenalpbahnen AG. From Elsigenalp over alpine meadows and scree slopes steeply up to First – the highest point of the “Allmegrat”! This attractive mountain hike rewards the challenging ascent with a breathtaking view of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch including the turquoise-blue Lake Oeschinen. […]
Short Cherry Blossom Hike from Zug to Walchwil
The hike from Zug to Walchwil is an especially rewarding outing for cherry blossom fans in spring. Between March and April, blooming cherry trees line the trail, while beautiful views over Lake Zug toward Mount Rigi keep opening up along the way. Since the route feels more like a leisurely walk for long stretches, it […]
Winter Trip to Flumserberg: Snowshoeing and Winter Hiking with Scenic Views
Sometimes it does not take much for true winter bliss: a glance out the window at the brilliantly blue winter sky, the knowledge that the higher elevations got a proper dose of fresh snow, and the spontaneous decision to head for the mountains. That is exactly how our winter getaway to Flumserberg came about. Spontaneous […]
Sunny Snowshoe Hike High Above Elm
Sunny hours are a rare commodity in Zurich in January. According to statistics, the past 30 days added up to just under 60 hours. Unsurprisingly, motivation for winter outings was pretty low—especially since the snow at higher elevations took its sweet time showing up. But when a few inches of fresh snow finally fell on […]
Braunwald – Oberblegisee Hike: Fall Highlight in Glarnerland
When the forests above Braunwald turn warm shades of yellow and red, the hike to Oberblegisee is especially rewarding. The Braunwald–Oberblegisee trail runs as a scenic ridge trail over gentle alpine meadows and through autumn-glowing forests, until the lake appears in the midst of the mountain landscape and reflects the brilliant colors of the surroundings. […]
