Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Zurich 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: Over a suspension bridge, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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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.
7 km700 m400 m4h 25mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak, Onto an alp, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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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.
6 km220 m220 m2h 35mTour published by:
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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.
4 km100 m460 m1h 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.
7 km320 m680 m3h 30mTour published by:
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Plenty of sunshine, magnificent countryside, and panoramic views of the Leistchamm, the jagged Churfirsten, and the Toggenburg are among the highlights the trail from Arvenbüel to Vorder Höhi has to offer. After snowshoeing through sparse forest and over snowy Alpine meadows, the cosy, little mountain inn invites you to relax and refuel.
9 km520 m520 m4h 25mLandscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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The Egg-Rör Trail leads through snowy forests, wintery Beerenbach, and through a natural landscape that is home to a variety of wild animals. The Glarner Alps provide the imposing backdrop.
5 km280 m280 m2h 20mTour published by:
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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.
6 km380 m380 m3h 15mTour published by:
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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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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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