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Bachalpsee Hike from First, Switzerland (4K)

Embark on a 4K alpine hike from First to Bachalpsee in Switzerland. Starting from Grindelwald’s gondola station, this 5.8 km ...
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Hike in the Swiss Alps

The Swiss Alps provide masterful views at any time of the year. And if you don't want to schuss the slopes, hiking can be a wonderful alternative. However, terrain can vary greatly, so review your ...
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This Swiss Region Is the 'Top of Europe'—and It Has the Highest Train Station on the Continent

Explore the “Top of Europe” at Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe. Savor Swiss cuisine in cozy Alpine ...

This hidden collection of lakeside villages an hour from Lake Como has all of the charm and none of the crowds

Lake Lugano offers calm waters, alpine views, Italian flair, and fewer crowds — a quieter alternative to Lake Como.

The Swiss Alps are famous for being a winter wonderland, but there was plenty to do when I visited in the fall

Skiing is the Swiss Alps' claim to fame, but as snowfall decreases tourists may have to turn to hiking, biking, and paragliding.
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FOLLOW THE READER: Mountain hotel base for Swiss hikes

Seeking out the best walks and hikes in Europe, we found the small village of Wengen, Switzerland is still tops, as we wrote to Follow the Reader in 1997. We have visited Wengen several times for its ...
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Switzerland – Scenic Hike from First to Bachalpsee

Enjoy an easy yet spectacular 5.8 km hike from First to Bachalpsee in the Swiss Alps. Begin with a 30-minute gondola ride ...