Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Biel/Bienne 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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At the foot of the Chasseral, high on the Plateau of Diesse, this magnificent snow-shoe excursion at about 1,200 m above sea level offers an astounding view over the plateau and the Alpine chain, all in beautifully wooded terrain.
6.0km
340m
340m
2h 55mTour published by:
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This enjoyable snowshoe hike along the Mont-Croisin and Mont-Soleil crests will take you between the wind turbines and the solar-power plant, always in sight of the impressive Chasseral massif which dominates the Saint-Imier valley.
8.0km200m240m3h 10mTour published by:
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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.
9.0km320m320m3h 50mTour published by:
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Snowshoe hikers on the Untergrenchenberg can expect to be greeted by the splendid panorama with the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau summits at its centre. The loop trail then passes the once proud Längschwang farm and the commemorative stone for popular Federal Councilor Willi Ritschard of Solothurn who died there in 1983.
5.0km200m200m2h 15mTour published by:
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The trail first meanders across pastures and then above and along the ridge of the amazing Wandflue. With views of the Alps ranging from Säntis Mountain to Mont Blanc, the path crosses the high plateau. On the way back, you will pass a commemorative stone erected for Federal Councilor Willi Ritschard.
5.0km190m190m2h 15mTour published by:
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A magnificent path through the Franches-Montagnes between the villages of Le Noirmont and Les Bois. It’s a discovery of the region's marvellous nature. It is composed of pasturelands, pine tree forests and inviting and typically named hamlets, home to the former houses of artisan watchmakers.
9.0km220m160m3h 35mTour published by:
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Much appreciated given its starting point close to the postbus stop, the route is very varied and explores typical Jura landscapes. When the weather is clear, as the name suggests, you will have a glorious view over the Alps.
7.0km240m240m2h 50mTour published by:
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It is (hopefully) only cross-border in sporting terms: the challenging snowshoe hike from "Siberia of Switzerland" to France. From La Brévine, the route climbs over snow-covered pastures, through secluded fir forests and up to Mont Châteleu for some long-distance views.
9.0km380m380m4h 0mTour published by:
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High above Lake Thun the snowshoe trail leads from sunny Aeschiried to the foot of the Morgenberghorn. The views of the fantastic mountain backdrop and deep blue Lake Thun are spectacular.
12.0km800m800m6h 25mTour published by:
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Résumé This snowshoeing excursion almost immediately immerses you in the charming scenery of the Franches-Montagnes. Midway through, you reach the Etang des Royes lake, which is an exceptional natural site with a beautiful clearing. It's ideal if you want to take a short break.
5.0km140m140m2h 5mTour published by:
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| Biel/Bienne | |
| (8m) | |
| Twann |
| Twann, Bahnhof | |
| (12m) | |
| Diesse, village |
| Diesse, village | |
| (4m) | |
| Nods, bas du village |
| Biel/Bienne | |
| (25m) | |
| St-Imier |
| St-Imier, gare | |
| (8m) | |
| Mont-Crosin, col |
| Biel/Bienne | |
| (17m) | |
| Sonceboz-Sombeval |
| Sonceboz-Sombeval | |
| (10m) | |
| Reconvilier |
| Reconvilier, gare | |
| (10m) | |
| Bellelay, Le Domaine |
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| Biel/Bienne | |
| (14m) | |
| Grenchen Süd |
| Grenchen Süd, Bahnhof | |
| (20m) | |
| Grenchen, Fuchsboden |
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| Biel/Bienne | |
| (14m) | |
| Grenchen Süd |
| Grenchen Süd, Bahnhof | |
| (25m) | |
| Grenchen, Unterer Grenchenberg |
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| Biel/Bienne | |
| (47m) | |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (16m) | |
| Les Bois |
| Biel/Bienne | |
| (41m) | |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds, gare | |
| (2m) | |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds, Grand-Pont |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds, Grand-Pont | |
| (13m) | |
| Vue-des-Alpes |
| Biel/Bienne | |
| (41m) | |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (9m) | |
| Le Locle |
| Le Locle, gare/centre ville | |
| (21m) | |
| La Brévine, poste |
| Biel/Bienne | |
| (56m) | |
| Spiez |
| Spiez, Bahnhof | |
| (16m) | |
| Aeschiried, Schulhaus |
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| Biel/Bienne | |
| (25m) | |
| St-Imier |
| St-Imier, gare | |
| (14m) | |
| Les Reussilles, Le Saucy |
| Les Reussilles, gare | |
| (8m) | |
| Saignelégier, Centre Loisirs |
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic views
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic views
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic views
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak
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