Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Schaffhausen 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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This snowshoe hike crosses remote yet busy areas, overseen in silence by the two Mythen peaks. It's well worth stopping along the way to admire the magnificent views of the Schwyz mountains and landscape.
7km
700m
400m
4h 25m
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Schaffhausen (08:47) | |
| IC (36m) | |
| Zürich HB (09:23) |
| Zürich HB (09:43) | |
| S25 (17m) | |
| Wädenswil (10:00) |
| Wädenswil (10:10) | |
| S13 (23m) | |
| Einsiedeln (10:33) |
| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof (10:37) | |
| 554 (14m) | |
| Brunni SZ, Rest. Brunni (10:51) |
This tour through the snowy hills of the Appenzeller countryside is particularly suitable for beginners and snowshoe enthusiasts who want to take things easy. The ascent is rewarded with circular views, which stretch right to the peaks of the Vorarlberg.
7km280m280m2h 55mTour published by:
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| Schaffhausen (08:46) | |
| S12 (33m) | |
| Winterthur (09:19) |
| Winterthur (09:29) | |
| IC5 (33m) | |
| St. Gallen (10:02) |
| St. Gallen (10:22) | |
| S21 (30m) | |
| Sammelplatz (10:52) |
You don't need to be in peak condition to enjoy this snowshoe hike through remote areas, but watch out: the view of the Chli Aubrig could whet your appetite for more challenging tours.
6km220m220m2h 35mTour published by:
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| Schaffhausen (08:47) | |
| IC (36m) | |
| Zürich HB (09:23) |
| Zürich HB (09:43) | |
| S25 (17m) | |
| Wädenswil (10:00) |
| Wädenswil (10:10) | |
| S13 (23m) | |
| Einsiedeln (10:33) |
| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof (10:37) | |
| 555 (17m) | |
| Euthal, Schulhaus (10:54) |
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.
4km220m220m1h 55mTour published by:
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| Schaffhausen (08:47) | |
| IC (36m) | |
| Zürich HB (09:23) |
| Zürich HB (09:33) | |
| EC (43m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (10:16) |
| Arth-Goldau, Bahnhof (10:21) | |
| 501 (42m) | |
| Muotathal, Post (11:03) |
Up to the Atzmännig and enjoy the views across the beautifully snowy foothills of the Alps – that’s what the Altschwand snowshoe hike offers.
4km100m460m1h 50mTour published by:
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At the top of Atzmännig, an exciting ridge trail between the Toggenburg and the Zurich Oberland with views over the rolling Alpine foothills awaits snowshoers.
7km320m680m3h 30mTour published by:
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| Schaffhausen (08:47) | |
| IC (36m) | |
| Zürich HB (09:23) |
| Zürich HB (09:39) | |
| S15 (29m) | |
| Rüti ZH (10:08) |
| Rüti ZH, Bahnhof (10:30) | |
| 885 (28m) | |
| Atzmännig, Schutt (10:58) |
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.
10km640m640m5h 20mLandscape: Over a suspension bridge,With panoramic views
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| Schaffhausen (08:47) | |
| IC (36m) | |
| Zürich HB (09:23) |
| Zürich HB (09:33) | |
| EC (43m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (10:16) |
| Arth-Goldau (10:54) | |
| S31 (14m) | |
| Biberegg (11:08) |
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.
5km480m200m3h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Schaffhausen (08:47) | |
| IC (36m) | |
| Zürich HB (09:23) |
| Zürich HB (09:33) | |
| EC (26m) | |
| Zug (09:59) |
| Zug (10:07) | |
| S2 (41m) | |
| Flüelen (10:48) |
| Flüelen, Hauptplatz (10:51) | |
| 413 (1m) | |
| Altdorf UR, Eggberge/Moosbad (10:52) |
| Flüelen (Talstation Eggberge) (11:00) | |
| PB (9m) | |
| Eggberge (11:09) |
This snowshoe tour is made to enjoy the peace and quiet of the Niederurnertäli valley in winter. The snow-covered Alpine meadows, gnarled maple trees and stunning views of the Glarus region in this glacier valley are very appealing.
6km380m380m3h 15mTour published by:
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| Schaffhausen (08:47) | |
| IC (36m) | |
| Zürich HB (09:23) |
| Zürich HB (09:43) | |
| S25 (42m) | |
| Ziegelbrücke (10:25) |
| Ziegelbrücke, Bahnhof Süd (10:34) | |
| 511 (4m) | |
| Niederurnen, Ochsenplatz (10:38) |
| Niederurnen (11:00) | |
| PB (10m) | |
| Morgenholz (11:10) |
Breathtaking views and breathtaking climbs: Hikers on showshoes with a very good level of fitness can enjoy this varied route between Kronberg and Säntis.
5km460m170m3h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,Over a suspension bridge,With panoramic views
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| Schaffhausen (08:46) | |
| S12 (33m) | |
| Winterthur (09:19) |
| Winterthur (09:38) | |
| IR13 (36m) | |
| Gossau SG (10:14) |
| Gossau SG (10:21) | |
| S23 (27m) | |
| Jakobsbad (10:48) |
| Jakobsbad (Kronbergbahn) (11:00) | |
| 2725 (10m) | |
| Kronberg (11:10) |
