Walking in Switzerland, with Ease

Switzerland is famous for its mountains, lakes, and postcard-perfect villages — and for the 65,000 kilometers of hiking trails that connect them. That’s right: sixty-five thousand. Every single kilometer is carefully tended, marked with distinctive yellow signposts, and designed so you can wander from one breathtaking view to another without ever needing to guess which way to go.

Many visitors dream of the country’s legendary multi-stage trails: the Via Alpina, a thousand-kilometer epic through alpine passes; the Trans-Swiss Trail, linking the Jura to Ticino; the sweeping Alpine Panorama Trail; the ViaJacobi, following the ancient Way of St. James; the Jura Crest Trail, tracing the ridgeline with endless views; the Alpine Passes Trail, a challenge for the most determined; and the Via Gottardo, winding along the historic north–south route.

Those routes are glorious — and they’re not going anywhere. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to lace up serious hiking boots, strap on a 50-liter backpack, or pack telescoping hiking sticks to enjoy Switzerland’s trails. You don’t have to be in peak mountain shape. You don’t even have to wear technical clothing if you don’t want to.

What if we told you that you could sample these world-class routes — and dozens of other scenic paths — in comfortable walking shoes, at a pace that’s entirely your own?

Enjoy Switzerland’s Trails – At Your Own Pace

At Walking in Switzerland, we believe the Swiss outdoors should be for everyone. Whether your knees are no longer fond of steep descents, your lungs prefer gradual climbs, or you simply want to combine your walk with a long lunch by the lake, you belong here. We’re building a guide for travelers and locals alike who want to explore without rushing — and without giving up the comforts that make a day out even more enjoyable.

Yes, we’ll still recommend the cushiest walking shoes you can find, because even gentle strolls deserve happy feet. But the rest? Bring whatever makes you comfortable. This isn’t about shaving minutes off a time or reaching the summit before noon. This is about walking for pleasure, connection, and beauty.

Our approach to gentle hiking in this beautiful alpine country

We specialize in finding routes where:

• The scenery makes you stop and stare
• Public transport connects easily to the trailhead and endpoint
• Cafés, tea rooms, or wine terraces are never far away
• The terrain is manageable, with optional shortcuts
• You can take your time without feeling like you’re in someone’s way

That might mean strolling through the terraced vineyards of Lavaux, drifting along a lakeside promenade in Montreux, or winding through alpine meadows where the only sound is cowbells and your own unhurried footsteps.

Why start with walkinginswitzerland.com?

Because Switzerland is more than just high peaks and narrow ridges. It’s also:

• Lakeside villages where the ferry drops you off next to a gelateria
• Boardwalks along turquoise rivers
• Forest paths that cool you in summer
• Panoramic benches placed exactly where you’d want to rest
• Vineyards glowing gold in autumn
• Snow-packed winter trails you can walk in warm boots without skis

And because we believe the joy of walking shouldn’t be reserved for the ultra-fit or the ultra-equipped. There’s a whole Switzerland for people who want to wander and linger.

What to expect from walkinginswitzerland.com

Right now, we’re just starting. Think of this as the trailhead — we can see the peaks in the distance, but we’re taking our first steps. Soon, you’ll find:

• Route guides for gentle walks across the country
• Tips for accessibility, including routes suitable for wheelchairs and strollers
• Seasonal suggestions — the best wildflower walks in June, the richest autumn colors in October, the snowiest winter promenades in January
• Local gems along the way: where to get the best hot chocolate after a chilly stroll, or the coziest terrace for a glass of Fendant

Our mission is to make gentle hiking in Switzerland as inspiring and easy as possible, with clear directions, honest difficulty ratings, and plenty of real-world details to help you plan.

Where to begin while we ourselves make our way around Switzerland

While our own trail library is under construction, you can start dreaming and exploring with two excellent tools:

• SwitzerlandMobility – the official Swiss hiking and cycling route planner, with detailed maps, elevation profiles, and filters for accessibility.
• MySwitzerland.com – the Swiss tourism board’s guide to hiking experiences, from panoramic loops to themed walks.

Use these to scout routes, check distances, and even plan day trips that combine walking with Switzerland’s famously reliable public transport.

And then, come back here — because soon, we’ll have your gentle, café-ready, beauty-filled walks waiting for you.