How to Hike from Schynige Platte to Faulhorn to First, Switzerland
The hike from Schynige Platte to Faulhorn to First is a big day hike in the Jungfrau region of Switzerland, but what a spectacular day. A scenic ride on a cogwheel train, alpine lakes, rustic mount...
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Lugano, Switzerland: What to Do, Where to Eat & Where to Stay
Surrounded by mountains and lining the shore of an enormous lake, Lugano is a city with a beautiful setting. Located in the Italian-speaking Ticino canton of Switzerland, this city is a wonderful b...
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Walking from Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg on the Panorama Trail
The walk from Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg is one of the most popular hikes in the Jungfrau region. This easy, mostly downhill trail offers spectacular views of both the Lauterbrunnen Valley and...
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How to Visit Gornergrat and Hike to Riffelberg, Zermatt, Switzerland
For one of the best views of Matterhorn, it’s hard to beat Gornergrat. A scenic, cogwheel train takes you from Zermatt to this alpine paradise. Once at the top station, you can simply enjoy the s...
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A Visit to Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe…Is It Worth It?
A trip up to Jungfraujoch is one of the most popular things to do in the Bernese Oberland. Stand on one of the highest points in the Swiss Alps, walk through an ice cave, play in the snow, get pano...
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The Mürren Via Ferrata: One of Switzerland’s Most Thrilling Experiences
Does the idea of dangling 2000 feet above the Lauterbrunnen Valley floor interest you? How about walking across a tightrope, with nothing below you except a rushing river? Or how about walking acro...
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How to Visit Ponte dei Salti, Verzasca Valley, Switzerland
Ponte dei Salti is a medieval-style bridge that is located in the Verzasca Valley in southern Switzerland. It looks like something right out of a fairytale, this double-arched bridge that spans a c...
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How to Hike the Eiger Trail in the Bernese Oberland, Switzerland
If you are looking for a short but sweet hike in the Jungfrau region of the Bernese Oberland, the Eiger Trail is a great one to consider. This point-to-point hike follows the north face of the Eige...
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How to Visit Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus in One Perfect Day
Lucerne (also spelled Luzern) is a gorgeous Swiss city that sits at the foot of the Alps. This is the perfect kind of town to explore in one day. The city center is compact with just a few key plac...
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How We Spent One Week in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
Garmisch-Partenkirchen, a wonderful small town located in Bavaria, Germany, was our home base for one solid week. From Garmisch-Partenkirchen, we frequently day tripped to Austria, Liechtenstein, a...
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