Appenzell is one of my favorite regions in Switzerland as it is much quieter than the hotspots of the country but is equally as epic with the incredible Alpstein Mountain Range and it’s traditional style towns. It’s quite a beautiful quintessential region, which has kept its traditional character by keeping the charm of the old …
Zermatt is one of the most popular regions in Switzerland thanks to the almighty Matterhorn peak, which is one of the most dangerous climbs in the world. It’s quite a beautiful quintessential Swiss town, which has tried to keep its traditional character by remaining a carless town and keeping the charm of the old chalets …
Engelberg is one of the most underrated regions in Switzerland. I visited this region twice and had an awesome experience on both occasions, especially without the crowds and hype of Zermatt or Grindelwald. Throughout my time hiking in Engelberg, I experienced some beautiful trails and I’ve put together this Engelberg Hiking Guide so that you …
Interlaken is a stunning town in central Switzerland that is one of the best spots to be if you are into hiking. I used Interlaken as my hiking base for several weeks in the summer and found it to be very central and convenient to nearby hiking trails but also several nearby hiking hotspots that …
Appenzell is one of the most vibrant and cutest towns in Switzerland. It is a tiny, historic town with approximately 6000 residents and is considered one of the most traditional towns in Switzerland. The traditional architecture and colorful masquerades of Appenzell’s main square and street draw visitors every year. There are some truly stunning guesthouses …
Interlaken is famous for its scenic mountain views, beautiful lakes, an array of nearby hikes, and paragliding. Interlaken is the best place to base in Switzerland as it is central to many key areas. I based here for over a month while exploring Switzerland. Staying in Interlaken is also cheaper than in popular towns like …
Breathtaking & expensive- these are the two best words to describe Switzerland. But would it stop you from going there? It shouldn’t. If you’re coming to Switzerland and looking for a cheap place to stay, then I think you should head to Interlaken. I found Interlaken to be one of the cheapest hubs in Switzerland …
The Mount Säntis hike is one in the Alpstein region is one of the most spectacular trails in Switzerland. It’s possible to trek to the top of Mount Säntis as part of the Alpstein loop or as a straight ascent. Once you reach the top you will find incredible viewing platforms and a large restaurant. …
The Lisengrat ridge hike is one of the most epic sections of trail I encountered on my adventures throughout Switzerland. Between Säntis peak and Altmann, this narrow ridge is known as the toughest part of the Alpstein Loop. I attempted the Lisengrat ridge while completing the entire Alpstein Loop, which is up there with my …
Switzerland is one of the most beautiful places to visit on earth. But it is also a notoriously expensive country to spend on vacation. I stayed for 100 days in Switzerland and tested out many of the hostels around the country throughout my adventures! I created this article about the best hostels in Switzerland to …
Switzerland is one of the most scenic places to visit on earth and travelers from far-flung places come to this beautiful country to witness before their eyes the tantalizing views of the Alps. There are a lot of distinctively different regions to stay in Switzerland so this guide should help you consider which is the …
Augstmatthorn is one of the most spectacular summits along the Hardergrat Ridge. It’s famous not only for the stunning views but for the Ibex colony that calls Augstmatthorn home. There are several ways to reach Augstmatthorn but the most popular route is to begin at Harder Kulm and walk along the ridge to the summit. …