Hiking across Switzerland on the Trans Swiss Trail

Your long-distance hike through Switzerland starts at the Porrentruy train station. Through the picturesque old town you walk to the natural history museum and the botanical garden there, which is one of the oldest in the country. After a tour of the remarkable garden, we continue across fields to the… read more

The second stage is marked by the course of the Doubs: at Saint-Ursanne you cross the river on a stone arch bridge and follow the path along the bank. At the beginning you hike almost exclusively on curved nature trails in the immediate vicinity of the blue-green shimmering water. The Trans Swiss Trail… read more

The first section of this stage continues along the romantic banks of the Doubs. A highlight is the red suspension bridge, which you can reach after about three kilometers. From the elevated jetty you can enjoy a completely new perspective on the natural river.



At the old mill Jeannottat you turn left… read more

On the fourth day you leave Saignelégier heading south and hike across vast meadows and between mighty fir trees through the Parc de Doubs. Small villages and settlements are on the way and offer opportunities for refreshments. You can reach a very special place at the Relais du Roselet: Many horses… read more

From Saint-Imier you can reach the granary of the Neuchâtel region via the small village of Sonvilier. It goes past wide fields and quiet forests through the hilly landscape. A climb to the ruins of the Château d'Erguel is worth it for the view alone.



Then it goes through a cliff, a rocky valley, as is… read more

The fertile plain of the Val de Ruz is an ideal hiking area. On the sixth stage, you initially hike through the wide valley with its colorful fields and quaint villages. In each one you can see a massive church tower that marks the center. The Trans Swiss Trail then runs along the forested and shady… read more

Stage seven starts off very relaxed with a crossing to the other bank of the Lac du Neuchâtel. From the ferry you can enjoy a wonderful view back to the city and the surrounding hills. Once at the port in Cudrefin, you will explore the Grande Cariçaie nature reserve. In the BirdLife Nature Center La… read more

You leave the historic Murten and walk south. You soon left the last settlements behind and immersed yourself in beautiful nature. Alternating between meadows and forests, the Trans Swiss Trail winds through the beautiful landscape. Numerous hiking and mountain bike trails run through the Galmwald, so… read more

The first part of today's route follows the course of the scythe. You hike from Laupen along the dark blue water and can enjoy the wonderful nature. Shortly after Thörishaus you cross the railway line and then keep left to follow the Scherlibach. In countless turns, the water finds its way through forests… read more

The tenth stage starts in the picturesque old town of Bern. From the elevated Nydeggbrücke your gaze wanders over the Aare and the Bärengraben. The delightful stage leads you along the Aare: initially through the lively urban area, then through one of the most idyllic river landscapes in Switzerland… read more

You can start this stage with a detour to the fairytale Worb Castle: Unfortunately, the complex is not open to the public, but the many pointed towers are also worth seeing from the outside. The route leads from Worb over the Worbberg up to the 923 meter high Lüüseberg. The wide view over the plain to… read more

This route is determined by the course of the Emme, which gave the Emmental its name. From Lützelflüh you follow the course of the river and pass elongated gravel banks and river sleepers: these are perfect for a break in the sun. The old wooden bridges that span the Emme and open up completely new perspectives… read more

This stage takes you from Langnau on the banks of the Iflis across the forested Hohwacht-Girsgrat range of hills. You walk through a mosaic of harrows, valleys and corridors typical of the Emmental. From the 1,035 meter high Hochwacht you can enjoy a wonderful panorama. Historic farms, Emmental cheese… read more

The Trans Swiss Trail winds from the Emmental up to the Obere Steinbodenalp. The views become more impressive with every meter of altitude and you hike through a picturesque landscape. From the summit of the Pfyffers it goes on a safe ridge to the 1,415 meter high watchtower, from which you have a breathtaking… read more

Through the valley of the young Emme you walk from Schangnau through a wild and romantic landscape. Splashing brooks, wood-paneled courtyards and colorful flower meadows line the path. The steep rock faces of Hohgant and Schrattenflue are particularly impressive. In the restaurant of the former bath… read more

The 16th stage takes you on a popular hiking trail from Sörenberg to the Heidberihubel. On the promising summit you will break the 1,600 meters mark and you can look forward to an alpine panorama. The Trans Swiss Trail brings you very close to the massive rock walls of the Rossflue.



Every now and then… read more

At just under ten kilometers, this stage is one of the shorter on the Trans Swiss Trail and is characterized by the magnificent Lake Sarnen. From Giswil you walk along the picturesque bank. Ships, sailing boats and ducks accompany you on the first section of the day and you always come to small bathing… read more

Right at the beginning of this stage you will reach the Ranftkapelle, which are located in the idyllic valley of the Grosse Melchaa. As a place of rest and reflection, the two chapels and the former hermitage of Brother Klaus ’surround a very special atmosphere. Wide hiking trails lead through the beautiful… read more

After a good night's sleep, you leave Stans and go to Buochs on the picturesque Lake Lucerne. With the turquoise water always in view, you hike through the small towns on the lake shore. After a good nine kilometers you come to the chapel Maria im Ridli, which is the pilgrimage chapel of the boatmen… read more

The first section of this stage is characterized by impressive views high above Lake Lucerne. From Seelisberg you follow the Höhenweg, which is more than 800 meters above the shore of the deep blue water. At the most beautiful viewpoints, benches invite you to take a break.



When building, you descend… read more