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Silenen walks
Loop starting from Silenen, above Amsteg, canton of Uri.
This loop can be completed in a day, but it is more comfortable to spend the night in the welcoming Windgällenhütte. A beautiful balcony trail once you have crossed the very steep Bockistock corridor. The steep climb is then rewarded. Swimming is possible in the charming little Golzerensee lake.
From Flüelen to Vitznau on the shores of Lake Lucerne
This two-day route will give you a glimpse of the beauty of Lake Lucerne. The route offers numerous viewpoints overlooking the lake. You will admire the Glockspiel de Tellsplatte, Switzerland's largest carillon. You will end this hike in Vitznau, a charming village and the starting point for the little train that climbs to the top of the Rigi.
Flüelen - Morschach
This first stage will take you from Flüelen to Morschach. Flüelen is located at the southern end of Lake Uri at the mouth of the Reuss. This route offers numerous views of the lake and the mountain ranges bordering it. On this route, you will discover the Glockspiel de Tellsplatte, the largest carillon in Switzerland. You will also admire the Tellskapelle chapel on the lake shore.
Tour of the Göscheneralpsee via Damahütte
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.
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Tour of the Göscheneralpsee - Ascent to the Dammahütte
The first stage of this two-day circuit involves climbing up to the Damahütte via a path on the southern shore of the lake.
Morschach - Vitznau
This second stage will take you from Morschach to Vitznau. As you cross Morschach, you can admire the Mythen, the two legendary peaks of the canton of Schwitz. This route offers many more views of the lake and the mountain ranges that surround it. At Brunnen, you will leave Lake Uri and follow the shores of Lake Lucerne. You will stop in the charming village of Vitznau, the departure point for the little train that climbs to the famous summit of the Rigi.
Tour of the Göscheneralpsee - Descent via the Panorama trail
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.
Gottardo Passo - Andermatt
This second stage will take you to the charming village of Andermatt. Descending from the Passo Gottardo, you will follow the Gotthardreuss to Hospental, which joins the Furkareuss to form the Reuss. You will quickly leave theItalian-speaking canton of Ticinoand enter the German-speaking canton of Uri. Andermatt is a renowned winter sports resort.
From Airolo to Andermatt via the Via Gottardo
A superb route that crosses the famous St Gotthard Pass. You will set off from Airolo, a pretty Italian-speaking village, and arrive at the famous German-speaking resort of Andermatt. You will spend a night at the Ospizio del San Gottardo. This pass, which is very busy during the day with numerous tourists, quickly returns to calm and tranquillity in the evening.
Airolo - Gottardo Passo
This first stage will take you to the St Gotthard Pass. The village of Airolo is located at the foot of two major Swiss passes: the Nufenen Pass and the Gottardo Passo. The climb to St Gotthard is challenging, with an elevation gain of nearly 1,000 metres over less than seven kilometres. At times, the trail follows the old St Gotthard road, which is entirely paved all the way to the pass.
Vitznauerstock summit
Starting in Vitznau, climb to the summit of the Vitznauerstock/Gersauerstock for a superb view of Lake Lucerne.
Getaway to Rigi, panoramic walk from Rigi Kulm to Wolfertschen
A trip to Rigi: depart from Arth-Goldau to Rigi Kulm by cogwheel train, then enjoy a scenic walk from Rigi Kulm to Wolfertschen-first. From there, you can take the train back to Krabel and ascend in a cable car to Rigi Scheidegg, or descend directly by train to Arth-Goldau.
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Einsiedeln - Unterägeri via the Alpenpanorama Weg
This stage will take you from Einsideln to Unterägeri. You will enjoy a superb view at the Chatzenstrick pass. You will descend to Unterägeri on the shores of Lake Ägeri via a ridge path.
Renggpass - From Stansstad to Hergiswill
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.
Unterägeri - Cham via the Alpenpanorama Weg
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.
From Lucerne to Schwarzsee via the Alpenpanorama Weg
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.
Lucerne - Fräkmüntegg - Pilatus via the Alpenpanorama Weg
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.
Amden - Siebnen via the Alpenpanorama Weg
This long, almost flat stage will take you from Amden to Siebnen, crossing three cantons: St. Gallen, Glarus and Schwyz. You will walk along the Walensee and then the Linth Canal. Several small villages follow one after the other before you arrive in Siebnen.
Rifugio Margaroli - Salecchio Superiore
This third stage is very wild and not very busy. After Lago Vannino and Passo Busin, you will discover another lake, Lago Busin Inferiore. During the descent to Salecchio, you will notice the Walser habitat as you pass through hamlets such as Case Francoli and Salecchio Superiore. The dormitory at Rifugio Zum Gora dates back to the 17th century.