Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from Aarau by public transport. From easy panoramic walks to longer alpine routes, there’s something for every level of winter hiker.
The destinations below are sorted by travel time from Aarau to make planning easier. Be sure to check the map to explore all winter hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
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This winter walk, which starts in the village of Prés-d’Orvin, will take you onto the Chasseral ridge at a height of 1,288 m where a magnificent panorama over Lake Neuchâtel, the plateau and the Alpine chain awaits you.
9km
300m
300m
3h 0m
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Aarau | |
| (45m) | |
| Biel/Bienne |
| Biel/Bienne, Bahnhof/Gare | |
| (27m) | |
| Les Prés-d'Orvin, Bellevue |
Grey below, luminous blue above: it’s time for Mount Weissenstein. Those sick of the fog can enjoy a winter hike on Solothurn’s local mountain, which offers splendid views of the Swiss Plateau to Mount Säntis and Mont Blanc.
4km90m90m1h 15mLandscape: With panoramic views
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| Aarau | |
| (9m) | |
| Olten |
| Olten | |
| (22m) | |
| Solothurn |
| Solothurn | |
| (14m) | |
| Oberdorf SO |
| Oberdorf SO (Talstation) | |
| (12m) | |
| Weissenstein |
This fascinating panorama trail follows the route of the old Rigi Scheidegg Railway on flat terrain as far as Unterstetten, then continues on a gentle incline to Rigi Scheidegg.
7km220m20m2h 20mTour published by:
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| Aarau | |
| (51m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau RB | |
| (8m) | |
| Kräbel |
| Kräbel (Talstation Scheidegg) | |
| (6m) | |
| Rigi Scheidegg |
On this winter hiking trail, you can escape the fog and enjoy the mystical mood in the open landscape of the upland moor, the largest in Switzerland. It lies in a high valley where the Biber river flows in its natural bed.
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| Aarau | |
| (51m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau | |
| (17m) | |
| Rothenthurm |
A revolving gondola, a foot suspension bridge and a spectacular view of the Schwyz basin, the surrounding mountains and lakes – the Engelstock Circuit Trail offers a leisurely hike full of variety.
5km220m220m1h 50mTour published by:
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| Aarau | |
| (51m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau | |
| (10m) | |
| Sattel |
| Sattel (Talstat. Hochstuckli) | |
| (8m) | |
| Sattel Mostelberg (Bergstat.) |
Combining the contemplation and baroque splendour of Einsiedeln Abbey with the wintry hush and scenic beauty of Lake Sihl, this panoramic hike also offers views of the Etzel and the Ybrig mountains.
8km140m140m2h 40mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Aarau | |
| (55m) | |
| Wädenswil |
| Wädenswil | |
| (24m) | |
| Einsiedeln |
| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof | |
| (2m) | |
| Einsiedeln, Brüel |
The journey from the town of Zug into the open countryside takes just eight minutes. The Zugerberg circuit through the high moorlands offers much more than just a phenomenal view of the town, Lake Zug, and the surrounding mountain landscape.
9km240m240m3h 0mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Aarau | |
| (25m) | |
| Zürich HB |
| Zürich HB | |
| (24m) | |
| Zug |
| Zug, Metalli/Bahnhof | |
| (10m) | |
| Zug, Schönegg |
| Schönegg | |
| (8m) | |
| Zugerberg |
Romantic winter hiking trail high above Lake Thun, leading past the cantonal recuperation clinic and through glittering winter forests. Enjoy expansive views of the Bernese Alps above the fog line.
9km240m240m3h 0mLandscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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| Aarau | |
| (40m) | |
| Bern |
| Bern | |
| (19m) | |
| Thun |
| Thun, Bahnhof | |
| (2m) | |
| Thun, Postbrücke |
| Thun, Postbrücke | |
| (18m) | |
| Heiligenschwendi, Hünibode |
This winter hiking trail takes you to the most scenic lookout points around Aeschi. Several benches invite you to linger and admire the views. The ever-changing views of the Frutigtal valley, Mount Niesen, Lake Thun and the peaks above the fog line are without equal.
6km200m200m2h 10mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Aarau | |
| (40m) | |
| Bern |
| Bern | |
| (30m) | |
| Spiez |
| Spiez, Bahnhof | |
| (14m) | |
| Aeschi b. Spiez, Alleestrasse |
This sunny winter outing in the Finsterwald forest is perfect for those seeking peace and quiet in the midst of the Entlebuch moorland scenery. You'll pass a drilling platform (an industrial monument) and enjoy an impressive backdrop featuring the Schimbrig and the Fürstein.
5km130m130m1h 35mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Aarau | |
| (31m) | |
| Nebikon |
| Nebikon, Bahnhof | |
| (18m) | |
| Willisau, Bahnhof |
| Willisau | |
| (11m) | |
| Wolhusen |
| Wolhusen | |
| (7m) | |
| Entlebuch |
| Entlebuch, Bahnhof | |
| (9m) | |
| Finsterwald LU, Kirche |
