Malters walks

This short stage will take you from Malters to Wolhusen. You will walk along the banks of the Petite Emme before arriving in Werthenstein. At the entrance to this village, you can admire the imposing cloister, a major pilgrimage site on the Via Jacobi.

After a night at the summit of Mount Pilatus and a last look at the Bernese Alps, you will descend towards the Alpenpanorama Weg. Before reaching the Petite Emme valley, you will have several more opportunities to admire the Pilatus massif.

Mount Pilatus, which towers over Lake Lucerne and Lucerne, quickly comes into view on the Alpenpenpanorama Weg trail. It is clearly visible from the heights as soon as you leave Lucerne. This summit is well worth a detour. You will have unforgettable memories of the panorama of the Alps and the Jura in the evening, when you can enjoy the absolute calm and a magnificent sunset over the Bernese Alps.

This ten-day itinerary follows the Alpenpanorama Weg from Lucerne to Schwarzsee. With Mount Pilatus within easy reach, it is well worth stopping off to enjoy the unique panorama of the Alps. You will cross the following cantons: Lucerne, Niedwalden (at Pilatus), Bern and Fribourg. This beautiful route offers numerous panoramic views of the Bernese Alps and the Jura.

This stage will take you from Wolhusen to Napf. The route climbs fairly quickly and offers several panoramic viewpoints. You will discover the important peaks of the Bernese Alps. Napf enjoys a privileged position offering a panorama of the Alps to the south and the Jura to the north. Shortly before Napf, at (15) exactly, you will leave the Canton of Lucerne and enter the Canton of Bern.

Starting from Stansstad railway station, you go straight up above the motorway, thus tackling the steepest part. Then, along the ridge overview of the Alpnachersee lake for a good third of the way, glimpses of views and appreciating the 400-500m ascent: Probably a good time to rest for a lunch break before the Renggpass. The final part is downhill all the way to the village and train station of Hergiswil, passing through fields of cows, farms & green pasture.

This stage will take you from Napf to Lüderenalp. You will follow a scenic trail with a variety of landscapes. You will alternate between woods and the alpine pastures of the Emmental, a valley renowned for its cheese. Lüderenalp, like Napf, is very popular with holidaymakers. Here again, you will enjoy panoramic views of the Jura and the Bernese Alps.

Starting in Vitznau, climb to the summit of the Vitznauerstock/Gersauerstock for a superb view of Lake Lucerne.

This stage will take you from Cham to Lucerne. The Michaelskreuz chapel offers a splendid view of Lake Lucerne. Gradually, as you walk along the Lucerne golf course, you will reach the shore of the Luzernersee. The magnificent lakeside promenade will take you to the old town near the famous Kappelbrücke.

This stage will take you from Lüderenalp to Langnau im Emmental. Langnau is in the heart of this valley famous for its cheese with holes. The route follows a ridge with alternating panoramic views of the Bernese Alps and alpine pastures. In good weather, you will see famous peaks such as the Mönch, Eiger and Jungfrau.

This stage will take you from Unterägeri to Cham. You will gradually arrive at Lake Zug after a short climb to the Brunegg mountain pasture. On the way down, you will pass the pretty chapel of St. Verena. You can enjoy a lovely walk along the lake in Zug.

This stage will take you from Langnau im Emmental to Münsingen. Starting from the Emme Valley, you will descend towards the Aare Valley. The route offers more panoramic views, particularly at Blasenfluh, the highest point of the day. Despite the loss of altitude, there is enough distance to still see the giants of the Bernese Alps.

Park at the starting point of this circuit and begin the ascent to the Augstmatthorn immediately, following the signs. The terrain can be very slippery, even impassable, after or during rain.

The Swiss Jura Belchen, the Alsatian Belchen (Ballon d'Alsace) and the Black Forest Belchen all form the peaks of a right-angle triangle, mystical sunrise observation point dating back to Celtic times (Belchen comes from "Belenus" the celtic god of sun). You'll gain access to this exceptional viewpoint through the "Devil's" gorges lined with steep walls, waterfalls, caves and caverns. The way back, along the "military path" is full of vestiges and ends with typical Jura landscapes.

The cosmopolitan town of Interlaken is the starting point for this tour of Lake Thun. You can admire the three famous peaks of the Bernese Oberland: the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. This beautiful route follows the northern shore of the lake. You will overlook the lake near the Saint Béat caves, then cross the pretty village of Merligen. You will enjoy beautiful views of both the lake and peaks such as the Niederhorn and Rothorn in Sigriswil.

Four-day panoramic tour around Lake Thun. This route offers numerous views of the lake and the peaks of the Bernese Oberland. In good weather, you can see the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains, as well as the Schreckhorn. You will also discover the charm of the towns along the way. Interlaken, at the eastern end of Lake Thun, is the starting point for this itinerary.

The Faulhorn rises to an altitude of 2,680 metres. It offers a 360-degree view of the Alps, with some peaks over 4,000 metres high, such as the Grosses-Fiescherhorn. The two main access points to the Folhorn are via the Schynige Platte or First. However, with good logistics (see practical information), it is also possible to make a one-way trip and return by public transport. The hike is a gradual climb, but offers splendid views of the first Alpine glaciers and other peaks in the surrounding area. There are restaurants where you can eat and take a break in pleasant surroundings.

The second stage of this circuit starts at the Dammahütte and follows a "Panorama" trail through a glacial cirque, then continues along the northern shore of the lake.

The first stage of this two-day circuit involves climbing up to the Damahütte via a path on the southern shore of the lake.

If you want to hike in the high mountains and discover a beautiful Swiss glacial lake, this is for you: Tour of the Göscheneralpsee (lake with dam) and overnight stay at the Dammahütte, a small, friendly refuge with 20 beds at an altitude of 2,440 metres. .

This second stage begins with a highlight: crossing the panoramic bridge at Sigriswil. At 340 metres long and suspended 180 metres above the Guntebach Gorge, you can enjoy a magnificent panorama. The route overlooks the lake for a long time before descending to the town of Thun. This town has many historic buildings. A visit to the historic centre is a must.