Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from Lugano 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 Lugano 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.
A beautiful hike with views over the resort of San Bernardino and the surrounding mountains. Our constant companion on our journey over an idyllic alpine pasture and the ski slopes of Pian Cales: the Piz Uccello, the landmark of San Bernardino.
6.0km
220m
220m
2h 10mTour published by:
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The Campo Blenio path, a circular trail which is not particularly difficult, is ideal for a good walk in the winter landscape of the sun-drenched Blenio Valley, the ideal location typically chosen by those who wish to spend a snowy day with their families.
2.0km40m40m40mTour published by:
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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.
7.0km50m50m2h 5mTour published by:
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On the sunlit side of the Rheinwald massif, the Roman Trail links the villages of Splügen and Sufers. Along the way: lovely views of various peaks and – after traversing the snowclad fairytale forest – Lake Sufers, almost entirely frozen over.
5.0km110m150m1h 30mTour published by:
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The classic hike to the Gorda hut which is situated on a gentle, sunny plateau and offers spectacular views of the Adula massif and the entire Valle del Sole. The ascent leads through an enchanted forest and past snow-covered stone huts.
13.0km660m660m5h 0mTour published by:
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Sweeping views far from the madding crowd: set among impressive mountain scenery wth a view on the Mythen, this winter trail leads through snow-covered pine forests.
5.0km30m340m1h 40mTour published by:
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| Lugano | |
| (52m) | |
| Altdorf UR |
| Altdorf UR, Bahnhof West | |
| (19m) | |
| Beckenried, Post |
| Beckenried, Post | |
| (9m) | |
| Emmetten, Post |
| Emmetten (Talstation) | |
| (8m) | |
| Stockhütte (Bergstation) |
This route, which follows an easily accessible level footpath, invites you to discover the Valle Verzasca at a time of year when it is least crowded. Walking along the river, among typical stone cottages («rustici»), you will enjoy the peace and quiet of one of Ticino’s most beautiful landscapes.
7.0km130m130m2h 10mTour published by:
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Lovely hike through the snow-covered spruce and pine forests above the sunny village of Carì. Passing Prodör and Predelp, it leads to the agri-tourism site Alla Meta, where local products can be tasted.
6.0km150m150m1h 50mTour published by:
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| Lugano | |
| (16m) | |
| Bellinzona |
| Bellinzona | |
| (39m) | |
| Faido |
| Faido, Stazione | |
| (30m) | |
| Carì, Paese |
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.
7.0km220m20m2h 20mTour published by:
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The winter sports destination of Klewenalp-Stockhütte offer a wide range of highlights away from the ski pistes, too: one of these is the romantic winter trail hrough Ängi Valley with a superb view over Lake Lucerne.
4.0km30m240m1h 10mTour published by:
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| Lugano | |
| (52m) | |
| Altdorf UR |
| Altdorf UR, Bahnhof West | |
| (19m) | |
| Beckenried, Post |
| Beckenried (Klewenalpbahn) | |
| (10m) | |
| Klewenalp |
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| Lugano | |
| (16m) | |
| Bellinzona |
| Bellinzona, Stazione | |
| (47m) | |
| S. Bernardino, Villaggio |
| Lugano | |
| (16m) | |
| Bellinzona |
| Bellinzona | |
| (17m) | |
| Biasca |
| Biasca, Stazione | |
| (37m) | |
| Olivone, Posta |
| Olivone, Posta | |
| (8m) | |
| Campo (Blenio), Paese |
| Lugano | |
| (1h 9m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau | |
| (16m) | |
| Rothenthurm |
| Lugano | |
| (16m) | |
| Bellinzona |
| Bellinzona, Stazione | |
| (1h 3m) | |
| Splügen, Dorf |
| Lugano | |
| (16m) | |
| Bellinzona |
| Bellinzona | |
| (17m) | |
| Biasca |
| Biasca, Stazione | |
| (49m) | |
| Camperio, Ospizio |
| Lugano | |
| (25m) | |
| Tenero |
| Tenero, Piazza | |
| (58m) | |
| Sonogno |
| Lugano | |
| (1h 12m) | |
| Arth-Goldau |
| Arth-Goldau RB | |
| (8m) | |
| Kräbel |
| Kräbel (Talstation Scheidegg) | |
| (6m) | |
| Rigi Scheidegg |
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, With panoramic views
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, Along the water, With panoramic views
Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic views
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