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Train trekking in Switzerland – the Blogger Hike Challenge 2019
3
Tours
07:23 h
12.6 mi
2,275 ft
Climbing a mountain peak, hiking over alpine meadows or rather strolling through forests? Thanks to over 65,000 kilometers of marked hiking trails, you can discover virtually every corner of Switzerland on foot. The hiking trails are well signposted and as varied as the landscape itself — the path quickly becomes your destination. So that you can discover the full range of Swiss nature, it's worth jumping on the train between the tours. Switzerland's trains will take you to the remotest corners and lonely valleys. The interval timetable in Switzerland makes your planning particularly easy: every hour and every half-hour, all trains travel across Switzerland, making it child's play to change trains.
In June 2019, six adventurous bloggers will each be exploring a spectacular hiking route in various Swiss regions: Climb the Mythen near Lucerne, enjoy the view from the San Salvatore in Ticino or a relaxed rail hiking trip? Switzerland also has something for every type of hiker in the Valais, Graubünden and Bern region, with a wide variety of hiking trails to choose from — the path quickly becomes the destination! Discover the various routes here and embark on a rail hiking trip across Switzerland with “Viel Unterwegs” (bhc2019.myswitzerland.com/region/bahnwandern)!
There's also a great competition: Test your knowledge of Switzerland and win your very own personal trip to Switzerland for two: With SWISS you fly to Switzerland, where you will explore the Bern region and Ticino. A total of five overnight stays await you at the Handeck Hotel and Natural Resort and the Hotel Belvedere Locarno. On top of that, you'll get two Swiss Travel Passes, with which you can use buses, trains and ships on your journey free of charge.
Switzerland is a real railway country — so you can discover the most beautiful places by train. The densest transport network — consisting of train, bus and boat — takes you comfortably to the most remote villages, secluded valleys and the most beautiful lakes. Whether you book the individual trips or buy a Swiss Travel Pass, it's up to you. All information about the Swiss Travel System can be found at swisstravelsystem.com.
Are you traveling from Germany? Perfect, because then you can already jump on the train here. Around 40 daily direct connections will take you from Hamburg, Freiburg, Stuttgart, Frankfurt or Munich to Switzerland — and all at a European economy price. For more information, visit bahn.de/schweiz.
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Tours & Highlights
- Expert Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.Difficult03:123.81 mi1.2 mph1,825 ft1,825 ft
The landmark of Canton Schwyz towers majestically above the basin. The ascent of the myth is undoubtedly the highlight of all hikes in the area, so it is also called …
- Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The Tour includes a crossing by ferry.Easy01:584.38 mi2.2 mph425 ft475 ftFerry
With its steep mountains and mirror-smooth water, Lake Lucerne is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Alps. On this hike - the Swiss Path - you walk along Lake Uri, a part of Lake Lucerne.From the Sisikon train station, it goes on Lake Urnersee on the lake promenade through the southern part of Sisikon in the direction of Tellsplatte. The path leads over 80 stone steps up to the Tell chapel with the largest carillon in Switzerland. Further, the path leads up and down through southern-looking forest parts. After a short but steep climb you reach the old Axenstraße. Directly over the rock you go with marvelous view on lake and mountains along the first north-south road at the Urnersee. At the end of the hike, you will reach Flüelen after crossing the Gruonbach. Here the route continues along the Riviera and along the Gotthard railway line through Flüelen to the ship station.
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- Intermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.Intermediate02:124.40 mi2.0 mph25 ft1,425 ft
Embedded in the enchanting landscape of the Albula Valley, the Albula line meanders through tunnels and over viaducts around 400 meters up the mountain - unique! Already since 2008, the Albula Line, together with the Bernina Line, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This marvelous technical marvel is best experienced with a hike on the railway adventure path from Preda to Bergün.You can take the train to Preda to admire the beautiful scenery and the exciting track guidance. From Preda along the track, which winds its way up through the valley on several bridges, viaducts and dams, you will hike gently downhill and back to Bergün. On the way you will see again and again the trains that go up to the Albula Pass and on to St. Moritz - a great photo opportunity, because the red carriages of the Rhaetian Railway stand out beautifully against the backdrop of the mountains.
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Collection Stats
- Tours3
- Distance12.6 mi
- Duration07:23 h
- Elevation2,275 ft
