Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Aarau by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.
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Bridges and views are the stars of this snowshoe trail. Along the way, hikers can take off their snowshoes and enjoy a special experience: the foot suspension bridge in Sattel-Hochstuckli.
10 km
640 m
640 m
5h 20m
Landscape: With panoramic views,Over a suspension bridge
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| Aarau (08:50) | |
| RE6 (51m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (09:41) |
| Arth-Goldau (09:54) | |
| S31 (14m) | |
| Biberegg (10:08) |
Starting from Bellelay in the region of the famous Tête de Moine AOC cheese, this snow-shoe excursion will take you to Sur Montbautier in the uplands of the Montagne du Droit before passing through the forest of the same name on the way back to your starting point.
9 km320 m320 m3h 50mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views,Onto a mountain peak
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| Aarau (08:30) | |
| IC5 (44m) | |
| Biel/Bienne (09:14) |
| Biel/Bienne (09:20) | |
| R41 (29m) | |
| Reconvilier (09:49) |
| Reconvilier, gare (09:51) | |
| 35 (9m) | |
| Le Fuet, Chemin de la Bottière (10:00) |
This varied snowshoe tour starts in Trub in the Emmental valley. It leads through snow-covered forests and pastures in the hilly terrain of the Napf region. The winter scenery and the far-reaching views over the Emmental hilltops make for an unforgettable experience.
8 km420 m420 m4h 0mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto a mountain peak
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| Aarau (08:46) | |
| IR16 (38m) | |
| Bern (09:24) |
| Bern (09:36) | |
| RE7 (36m) | |
| Trubschachen (10:12) |
| Trubschachen, Bahnhof (10:16) | |
| 284 (7m) | |
| Trub, Ried (10:23) |
Snow-covered landscapes, tranquillity and an impressive natural experience: explore the gently rolling hills between Wasserfallen and the Passwang region in splendid style with a pair of snowshoes.
3 km280 m280 m2h 10mTour published by:
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| Aarau (08:36) | |
| IR37 (28m) | |
| Liestal (09:04) |
| Liestal, Bahnhof (09:30) | |
| 70 (25m) | |
| Reigoldswil, Dorfplatz (09:55) |
| Reigoldswil (Wasserfallenbahn) (10:07) | |
| 2029 (8m) | |
| Wasserfallen (10:15) |
This circular route is especially popular with beginners and snowshoe hiking enthusiasts. Discover the sunny side of Muotathal in the southern part of the village and, if you like, make a detour to a spiritual site.
4 km220 m220 m1h 55mTour published by:
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| Aarau (08:50) | |
| RE6 (51m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (09:41) |
| Arth-Goldau (09:54) | |
| IR26 (7m) | |
| Schwyz (10:01) |
| Schwyz, Bahnhof (10:07) | |
| 501 (26m) | |
| Muotathal, Post (10:33) |
The circular hike on top of the Rigi offers fascinating views of Lake Lucerne, the Alps of Uri, the cities of Lucerne and Zug, and the lakes of Central Switzerland. From the mountain station, the snowshoe trail leads to Alp Chäserenholz, with views of the Grosse and Kleine Mythen, the landmarks of the Canton of Schwyz.
2 km150 m150 m1h 5mTour published by:
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| Aarau (08:50) | |
| RE6 (51m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (09:41) |
| Arth-Goldau RB (09:55) | |
| 81 (39m) | |
| Rigi Kulm (10:34) |
On the sun terrace above Illgau, not far from the cantonal capital of Schwyz, lies a charming landscape of gently rolling hills. The special tranquillity of this area makes it very popular with snowshoe hikers and nature lovers.
9 km560 m560 m4h 40mTour published by:
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| Aarau (08:50) | |
| RE6 (51m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (09:41) |
| Arth-Goldau (09:54) | |
| IR26 (7m) | |
| Schwyz (10:01) |
| Schwyz, Bahnhof (10:13) | |
| 505 (25m) | |
| Rickenbach SZ, Oberberg (10:38) |
From Eggbergen, an alpine terrace below Rophaien and Schön Chulm, snowshoers can trek through delightful scenery towards Hüenderegg.The reward awaiting them there is a tremendous view of the Urner mountain scenery.
5 km480 m200 m3h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Aarau (08:50) | |
| RE6 (51m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (09:41) |
| Arth-Goldau (09:54) | |
| IR26 (20m) | |
| Flüelen (10:14) |
| Flüelen, Hauptplatz (10:21) | |
| 413 (1m) | |
| Altdorf UR, Eggberge/Moosbad (10:22) |
| Flüelen (Talstation Eggberge) (10:30) | |
| PB (9m) | |
| Eggberge (10:39) |
Discover the wildly romantic side of winter high above the Ägerital valley on the highest snowshoe trail in the canton of Zug, traverse snow-capped forests, and gaze out on the Säntis from the Central Swiss Alps.
5 km170 m170 m2h 5mTour published by:
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| Aarau (08:50) | |
| RE6 (51m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (09:41) |
| Arth-Goldau (09:54) | |
| S31 (10m) | |
| Sattel (10:04) |
| Sattel, Krone (10:08) | |
| 609 (17m) | |
| Oberägeri, Station (10:25) |
| Oberägeri, Station (10:34) | |
| 610 (9m) | |
| Alosen, Raten (10:43) |
Snow crunching underfoot amidst a snowy winter landscape – the range of hills featuring the Napf on the right, a mountain backdrop with the Risetenstock, Schimbrig and Schafmatt on the left. And once you arrive at the First, a welcome Entlebuch-style coffee with schnapps. What more could you ask for?
7 km380 m380 m3h 15mTour published by:
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| Aarau (08:46) | |
| IR16 (38m) | |
| Bern (09:24) |
| Bern (09:36) | |
| RE7 (52m) | |
| Schüpfheim (10:28) |
| Schüpfheim, Bahnhof (10:33) | |
| 233 (9m) | |
| Hasle LU, Heiligkreuz Kirche (10:42) |
