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Lonely PlanetOct 3, 2026

12 Best Things to Do in the Swiss Alps

From biking and hiking to wildlife watching, experience the best of the Swiss Alps with this guide to the top things to do.

22 things in this story
  • Swiss Alpine ClubPlaceBook cabins through the club
  • Elsewhere
  • Swiss National ParkSightZernez, SwitzerlandTry for wildlife watchers
  • Five Lakes TrailTrailZermatt, SwitzerlandSee the Matterhorn from Zermatt’s trail
  • Gemmi PassTrailLeukerbad, SwitzerlandHike the historic pass, accessible by cable car
  • VerticAlp funicularSightChâtelard, SwitzerlandRide to the Emosson dam
  • Emosson damSightChâtelard, SwitzerlandVisit for sheer expanse and dizzying views
  • Hotel SchwarenbachHotelLeukerbad, SwitzerlandDating from 1742, stop for a restorative drink
  • OeschinenseeSightKandersteg, SwitzerlandJewel-like lake accessible by cable car
  • Mont-Blanc ExpressAttractionMartigny, SwitzerlandTrain from Martigny to Châtelard
  • Vieux EmossonSightChâtelard, SwitzerlandSecond, older dam with a mountain hut
  • Tour des MuveransTrailOvronnaz, SwitzerlandMagnificent 33km circular route
  • Cabane RambertHotelOvronnaz, SwitzerlandDepuis la terrasse de la cabane Rambert, vous bénéficierez d’un point de vue exceptionnel sur la plupart des Alpes…
  • EigerSightGrindelwald, SwitzerlandIt is the easternmost peak of a ridge crest that extends across the Mönch to the Jungfrau…
  • MönchSightGrindelwald, SwitzerlandTogether with the Eiger and the Jungfrau, it forms a highly recognisable group of mountains, visible from far away.
  • Schilthorn summit stationSightMürren, SwitzerlandStood in for Blofeld’s lair in James Bond film
  • GimmelwaldNeighborhoodMürren, SwitzerlandHamlet reached by via ferrata from Mürren
  • Grimsel PassTrailGuttannen, SwitzerlandPart of a circular route with Furka and Susten
  • Furka PassTrailGuttannen, SwitzerlandPart of a circular route with Grimsel and Susten
  • Susten PassTrailGuttannen, SwitzerlandPart of a circular route with Grimsel and Furka
  • GelmerbahnSightGuttannen, SwitzerlandEurope’s steepest funicular up to Gelmer lake
  • Refuge du Lac de DerborenceHotelOvronnaz, Switzerland
  • JungfrauSightGrindelwald, Switzerland
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Lonely PlanetJul 31

The 11 best places to visit in Switzerland

Here are the best places to visit in Switzerland, from fairly-tale towns to the mighty Matterhorn.

17 things in this story
  • Jungfrau regionNeighborhoodHighlight of Switzerland’s mountainous Bernese Oberland.
  • EigerSightIt is the easternmost peak of a ridge crest that extends across the Mönch to the Jungfrau…
  • MönchSightTogether with the Eiger and the Jungfrau, it forms a highly recognisable group of mountains, visible from far away.
  • JungfrauSightTogether with the Eiger and Mönch, the Jungfrau forms a massive wall of mountains overlooking…
  • Zytglogge clocktowerSightEye-grabbing clocktower in Bern's medieval Old Town.
  • Kindlifresserbrunnen fountainSightFountain immortalizing a mythical giant said to snack on children.
  • Einstein-HausMuseumWhere Einstein developed his theory of relativity.
  • KunstmuseumMuseumExhibits an outstanding fine arts collection.
  • Zentrum Paul KleeMuseumCelebration of Swiss painter Paul Klee.
  • Aare RiverSightAction moves to the water in summer for swimming and rafting.
  • Camping EichholzPlace
  • Marzili LidoSight
  • Elsewhere
  • JungfraujochSightLauterbrunnen, SwitzerlandEurope’s highest train station, reached via rail from Lauterbrunnen.
  • MatterhornSightZermatt, SwitzerlandGnarled fang of rock soaring above Zermatt.
  • Matterhorn Glacier ParadiseTrailZermatt, SwitzerlandCable car station with views of glaciers and 4000m peaks.
  • Testa GrigiaSightZermatt, SwitzerlandIt overlooks the Plateau Rosa section of the Theodul Glacier on its east side.
  • RhineSightBasel, SwitzerlandRiver straddling Basel, good for sundown drinks and wild swims.
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The GuardianJul 24

‘Full of zesty colour and flavour’: readers’ favourite food festivals in Europe

From the Tiramisù World Cup in Italy to street food ‘battles’ in Newcastle, your culinary highlights range from the sublime to the delicious • Tell us about a book that inspired you to travel – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break The town of Menton on the French Riviera is beautiful at any time of the year but becomes even more of a treat during the annual Lemon festival (Fête du C…

10 festivals in this story
  • ZibelemäritFestivalAnnual onion fair in Bern's old town with produce and food stalls.
  • Elsewhere
  • Fête du CitronFestivalMenton, FranceAnnual festival celebrating Menton lemons with food, parades, exhibitions.
  • Tiramisù World CupFestivalTreviso, ItalyThree-day event in Treviso with tastings, chef demos, public judging.
  • Gota Cotta festivalFestivalColle di Val d’Elsa, ItalyCelebrates local pork cheeks in medieval Colle di Val d’Elsa.
  • Fiera del Porro CervereFestivalCervere, ItalyAnnual leek festival in Cervere with tasting menus and leek treats.
  • Malton food festivalFestivalMalton, United KingdomAnnual festival in late spring with local suppliers and makers.
  • Wylam Brewery’s street vendor food battlesFestivalNewcastle-upon-Tyne, United KingdomVendors serve dishes to win 'culinary King of Newcastle' title.
  • Bolton food & drink festivalFestivalBolton, United KingdomNorthern festival with stalls, live music, families, and chefs.
  • Plymouth Flavour FestFestivalPlymouth, United KingdomFlavour Fest, the south west’s largest free food and drink festival returns to Plymouth on 29 to 31 May 2026.
  • Dingle food festivalFestivalDingle, IrelandCulinary playground with Taste Trail, market stalls, masterclasses.
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