Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Winterthur by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.
To make planning easier, the hikes below are sorted by travel time from Winterthur. Explore the map to find all snowshoe hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities accessible from anywhere in Switzerland.
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Up to the Atzmännig and enjoy the views across the beautifully snowy foothills of the Alps – that’s what the Altschwand snowshoe hike offers.
4km
100m
460m
1h 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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| Winterthur (08:43) | |
| S26 (54m) | |
| Wald ZH (09:37) |
| Wald ZH, Bahnhof (09:42) | |
| 885 (16m) | |
| Atzmännig, Schutt (09:58) |
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 0m
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,Over a suspension bridge,With panoramic views
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From the bottom to the top, a direct route to Kronberg: Snowshoe enthusiasts with a very good level of fitness will find the challenge they are looking for here. This sunny route promises quietness and solitude. Arrived on Kronberg, a beautiful panorama opens up right into the lowlands and Lake Constance.
6km740m70m3h 50mTour published by:
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| Winterthur (08:38) | |
| IR13 (36m) | |
| Gossau SG (09:14) |
| Gossau SG (09:21) | |
| S23 (27m) | |
| Jakobsbad (09:48) |
| Jakobsbad (Kronbergbahn) (10:00) | |
| 2725 (10m) | |
| Kronberg (10:10) |
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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| Winterthur (08:31) | |
| IC81 (25m) | |
| Zürich HB (08:56) |
| Zürich HB (09:05) | |
| IC2 (40m) | |
| Arth-Goldau (09:45) |
| Arth-Goldau (09:54) | |
| S31 (14m) | |
| Biberegg (10:08) |
This circular tour leads you over the dreamy Bachers holiday village on Fähnerenspitz, one of the most beautiful vantage points in the Appenzellerland.
8km620m620m4h 40mLandscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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This tour is suitable for snowshoe enthusiasts with an average level of fitness, who are looking for traditional landscapes, beautiful Appenzeller farmhouses and a fantastic panorama. The most beautiful section of the hike: the walk over the «Mäder», a sheltered hill moor.
6km400m400m3h 15mTour published by:
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| Winterthur (08:38) | |
| IR13 (36m) | |
| Gossau SG (09:14) |
| Gossau SG (09:21) | |
| S23 (44m) | |
| Weissbad (10:05) |
| Weissbad, Bahnhof (10:07) | |
| 192 (7m) | |
| Brülisau, Kastenbahn (10:14) |
Quietly exploring Appenzell’s rolling countryside: from Schwellbrunn, highest-located village in Ausserrhoden, the trail leads across a ridge with views of the hills, to the Alpstein mountain range with the Säntis Mountain and Lake Constance. Afterwards you delve into the forest and hike downhill.
8km440m440m4h 0mLandscape: Onto an alp,Over a pass,With panoramic views
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| Winterthur (08:38) | |
| IR13 (36m) | |
| Gossau SG (09:14) |
| Gossau SG (09:21) | |
| S23 (7m) | |
| Herisau (09:28) |
| Herisau, Bahnhof (10:08) | |
| 171 (12m) | |
| Schwellbrunn, Dorf (10:20) |
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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| Winterthur (08:38) | |
| IR13 (44m) | |
| St. Gallen (09:22) |
| St. Gallen (09:52) | |
| S21 (30m) | |
| Sammelplatz (10:22) |
This circular trail on Ebenalp is particularly suitable for beginners on snowshoes – or as a less strenuous, enjoyable hike with plenty of views. With good visibility the panorama stretches over Lake Constance to the Black Forest.
1km100m100m40mTour published by:
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| Winterthur (08:38) | |
| IR13 (36m) | |
| Gossau SG (09:14) |
| Gossau SG (09:21) | |
| S23 (52m) | |
| Wasserauen (10:13) |
| Wasserauen (Ebenalpbahn) (10:30) | |
| 2740 (6m) | |
| Ebenalp (10:36) |
