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Switzerland Virtual Tour

View from Cassons (2,675m / 8,776 ft)

Looking over Graubünden

1,000 peaks, 150 valleys and 615 lakes. Graubünden, the highest holiday region in the Alps, is all about inspiring views, breath taking scenery and unforgettable experiences.

Mountain views sharpen the glance. They create new perspectives for everyday life. The view from one of the most beautiful mountain view points, the Cassons in the holiday region Laax Flims Falera, can be admired here.

On foot, by bike or with two chair lifts and one cable car, the Cassons can be reached from Flims through the "Flimserstein". The reward is a magnificent view of the impressive Alpine panorama and the UNESCO World Heritage Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona.

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Rhine Gorge

Unesco world heritage, flimserstein.

• Lenzerheide

Glacier Express

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Tectonic Arena Sardona and ‘Martinsloch’

The impressive Tectonic Arena Sardona offers a great variety of fabulous biking and hiking trails and is listed as UNESCO World Natural Heritage.

Twice a year in March and October the sun shines spectacularly through the 19 m wide, round rock fissure Martinsloch (Martin’s gap) directly on the church tower of nearby Elm.

Taking a dip in crystal clear water

615 lakes are dotted around Graubünden. One of the most wonderful examples is Caumasee (Cauma Lake). The lake is hidden in the middle of the forest around Flims at 997 meters above sea level. With its turquoise-blue water and picturesque sandy coves, the lake outclasses many Mediterranean beaches.

Close by, Crestasee is equally beautiful.

Little Swiss Grand Canyon

The spectacular and unique Rhine Gorge or “little Swiss Grand Canyon” fascinates river rafters, train passengers and hikers from around the world.

To admire the canyon from above, an easy walk of just under an hour leads through the fairy-tale Flims forest to the impressive viewing platform "il Spir" in Conn.

The world’s slowest express train

A panoramic trip through the Swiss Alps on the Glacier Express leads from St.Moritz to Zermatt, passing 291 bridges, 91 tunnels and the 2033m high Oberalppass.

Train passengers can enjoy the untouched Alpine countryside, roaring mountain streams, the Rhine Gorge and towering walls of rock passing by.

Historic "Pinut" via ferrata

The historic Pinut ‘via ferrata’ is a unique, irresistible challenge that allows even inexperienced climbers to ascend the Flimserstein plateau.

Having been renovated in 2007, it is a fascinating way to encounter nature and suitable for children aged 12 and above.

The mountain village of Flims, located on a sun-drenched terrace at about 1100m, is the perfect starting point for summer mountain adventures.

The mountain village of Laax, located at about 1,050m is the perfect starting point for summer mountain adventures.

rocksresort

rocksresort is a unique holiday resort with modern living directly at the Laax base station.

Eight striking cubical rock units contain exclusive apartments, shops, restaurants and bars around a central piazza. rocksresort blends the flexibility of having your own apartment with hotel-standard services.

Freestyle Academy

Teenagers and children can practice new tricks and jumps all year round, regardless of the weather, in Europe’s first Freestyle Indoor base.

Whether on the trampoline, in the skate bowl, on the indoor boulder wall or the Big Air, this 1000㎡ area caters to all thrill-seekers.

Waldhaus Flims

Mountain Resort & Spa

Experience this unique resort, with four guest houses in the biggest hotel park in Switzerland.

The Grand Hotel Waldhaus was built in 1877 as the first of four guest houses and combines historic grandeur with the latest in luxury. Today it is a member of the exclusive club ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’.

The varied countryside around Flims makes it the ideal starting point to explore by bike, offering everything from leisurely tours to all the thrills and spills of free-ride biking.

330 km of mountain biking routes, specialist hotels, tour offers and practical services make the region a popular destination for cyclists.

Hiking Tours

A total network of 250 km of signposted hiking trails leads through one of the most varied hiking areas in the Alps.

There is plenty of variety with lakes for refreshing dips, gurgling mountain streams, unspoiled woodlands, and natural wonders like St. Martin's Hole and the ‘Tschingelhörner’ mountains.

Golf course Sagogn

Nestled between the villages of Sagogn and Schluein, ‘Buna Vista’ is one of the most beautiful and sunniest golf courses in Switzerland.

The high quality 18-hole golf course offers discerning golfers a unique place to tee off and soak up majestic alpine panorama.

Vorab Glacier

Situated high above the Rhine Valley and Flims, the Vorabgletscher has formed an incredible glacier world.

Everywhere you look, glacier melt water flows through meadows and moraines.

Holiday Region Lenzerheide

The 2865 meter high ‘Parpaner Rothorn’ summit can be reached on foot or by cable car from Lenzerheide. Once on the top visitors enjoy a spectacular panoramic view over majestic mountain peaks.

The Lenzerheide holiday region also offers many more mountain adventures for visitors of all ages.

Home of the Vals Hot Springs

Vals lies at the end of a valley in the Graubünden Surselva region.

The Vals thermal and mineral springs are the only ones in Graubünden and are fed by a watercourse 90 metres below ground. The baths, created from local quartzite fascinate with their timeless quality and simple elegance.

In the past, the Viamala ("Via Mala" literally means "bad path") was considered to be a major obstruction on the arduous journey across the Alps.

The region around Viamala is rich in experiences and encompasses the mountain enclave Obermutten, a village of 80 souls, that recently gained fame through a Facebook campaign.

View from Eggishorn, Aletsch Arena (2,927m / 9,603 ft)

Looking over the Aletsch Glacier

The Eggishorn in the Aletsch Arena is the one of the three vantage points from which you can admire the Aletsch Glacier in its entire elegance.

As you turn around, you can see the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau and to the west the Weisshorn, the Mischabel Group with the Dom, and then as a bonus the famous Matterhorn. A perfect panorama of the Swiss Alps.

Riederalp, Bettmeralp and Fiesch-Eggishorn extend a warm welcome to everyone visiting the Aletsch Arena .

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• Aletsch Glacier

Villa Cassel

• Vantage Points Bettmerhorn
• Vantage Points Moosfluh

The Great Aletsch Glacier

A UNESO World Heritage Site in the Swiss Alps

Forming part of the Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESO World Heritage Site, the Aletsch Glacier is the largest and longest glacier in the Alps, carrying an incredible 27 billion tons of ice!

The region is easily accessible and is ideally situated for extensive hikes and winter sports, making is a popular excursions. Innumerable vantage points offer a good view of the glacier, such as the Bettmerhorn above Bettmeralp and Moosfluh above Riederalp.

Eggishorn, which can also be reached via cable car from Fiesch via cable car, also offers a magnificent view of the winding upper part of the large glacier.

In addition to the spectacular views of the glacier, the entire region is a habitat for many rare animal and plant species.

Vantage Point, Moosfluh

Experience the fascinating glacier in its full glory!

Take a deep breath and recharge your batteries! That is the motto at our Moosfluh and Hohfluh viewpoints.

Modern cableways transport you comfortably and safely that little bit closer to heaven, where you can delight at the wonderful panorama before you and marvel at the massive ice flow of the Great Aletsch Glacier up close. A highlight for the whole family!

Vantage Point, Bettmerhorn

Experience the vastness of the glacier in its full glory!

Welcome to the Bettmerhorn Great Aletsch Glacier Experience; a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.

With state-of-the-art sports facilities, an inviting mountain restaurant, the "EISWELT BETTMERHORN" (World of Ice) exhibition and the "Art on Aletsch" exhibition there are many attractions to providing you with a unique mountain adventure.

Welcome to Aletsch Arena

Experience the unique and pristine natural scenery of the mountains in summer, or let yourself be transported to a spectacular winter wonderland.

Riederalp, Bettmeralp and Fiesch-Eggishorn extend a warm welcome to everyone visiting the Aletsch Arena. A place to relax or to experience fascinating adventures. You're in for a surprise...

Built by the banker Sir Ernest Cassel

Aletsch Arena includes the villages Riederalp, Bettmeralp (both of which are car free) and Fiesch. From Riederalp you can see the Villa Cassel which was built by Sir Ernest Cassel, the banker.

The Pro Natura Center not only offers overnight accommodation, eventful excursions and exciting exhibitions, but it is also your gateway to the Swiss Alps' Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Paragliding

The dream of flying becomes reality

Did you ever dream of being able to fly, floating in the air, letting your thoughts wander and leaving all your cares behind? Forgetting your hectic everyday life and making time stand still?

Your dream can become reality in the Aletsch Arena. Fiesch is considered one of Switzerland's best known meccas for paragliding and hang-gliding.

You will be in good hands with our local professionals and can choose between passenger flights, trial courses, pilot training, emergency parachute training, thermal flight courses and scenic flights over the Alps.

Aletsch Forest

Some of the oldest trees in Europe!

The protected Aletsch forest is one of the most interesting and beautiful mountain forests in Switzerland. Be astonished by the beauty you encounter hiking through the Aletsch forest, alternately densely and sparsely populated with larches and Swiss stone pines, where blooming alpine roses peek between the trees during the summer months.

The resin-scented hiking trail through the Aletsch forest high above the Aletsch Glacier brightens the heart of hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Belalp - Riederalp Suspension Bridge

A hike with a very special high - pure adrenaline! The gently swinging Belalp – Riederalp suspension bridge, situated 80 meters (262 ft) above the freezing glacier water, is sure to raise your adrenaline levels with 124 meters (406 ft) of thrill awaiting you.

The 5 hour hike is definitely a lot of fun on this route!

Welcome to the hiking paradise

Explore the amazing beauty of the Aletsch Arena

Hiking along the Great Aletsch Glacier is one of the most spectacular highlights of the region, where you can explore the amazing beauty of the area on more than 300km (186 miles) of well signposted hiking trails.

The hiking is particularly diversified and offers a breathtaking views over the beautiful 4,000 m (13,120 ft) peaks of the Swiss Alps.

With 900-year-old Swiss stone pines in the Aletsch forest, romantic mountain lakes, natural hiking trails, stroller-friendly paths and numerous rest stops there are many attractions to experience and enjoy.

Take to the skies in one of the many modern cable cars and let yourself be enchanted by nature's energy and tranquility.

View from Mt Gurten (864m / 2,830ft)

Looking over Bern

At 2,830 feet above sea-level, near the city center and yet surrounded by nature, Gurten is Bern’s local mountain and offers a fantastic panorama of the Swiss capital. Let your eye wander over the expanse of Bern’s hilly landscape to the snow-covered peaks of the Bernese Oberland with the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau triumvirate.

Climb the hill on foot or ride the Gurten funicular, the fastest funicular in Switzerland. Once on top, Bern’s most popular recreation area with a children’s playground, restaurants, picnic sites, hiking and cycling trails and an observation tower awaits to be discovered.

So why not take a break from the city for a few hours? Go on a leisurely hike across flowery meadows and evergreen forests. Take a summer evening walk featuring a romantic sunset over the Jura Mountains. Enjoy an adventurous bike ride on the downhill bike trail, or delight in a winter descent on one of the toboggan runs.

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• Gantrisch View

UNESCO World Heritage Old Town

Go on a stroll through the Bernese Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), discover the narrow streets as well as the typical vaulted cellar shops and experience the medieval air of the city, with its many fountains, sandstone facades and historic towers.

The elevated Rose Garden above the Bear Park and the platform of the 101-metre-high tower of the Cathedral (Münster) offer the best views on the old town surrounded by the Aare River.

The Kambly Experience, Trubschachen

Emmental, Bern Region

Experience a delightful outing in Trubschachen, in the heart of the Emmental region. Dive into the sensational world of Kambly and learn more about the history of Kambly and the secrets of fine cookie making. Take your pick of over 100 varieties of biscuits.

Here you will find a great selection of exclusive and seasonal Kambly specialties suited for any occasion.

Laupen Biker's paradise

Bern Region

Besides the historic little town of Laupen, the region offers many other attractions – like Laupen Castle and the Rail Bicycle.

Ride the Rail Bicycle along the decommissioned railway tracks from Laupen to Gümmenen. Exercise, fun and play are guaranteed along this nostalgic expedition.

Baumann, Lantal Textiles, Ruckstuhl and the Colani Museum and hosts events such as the Design Prize Switzerland and Designers’ Saturday.

These activities have transformed the region into a stronghold of design and made it the meeting place for designers, artists and anyone interested in design.

Emmentaler Show Dairy

Burgdorf, Bern Region

Over the open fire or in modern copper vats – the show cheese dairy located in Affoltern in the Emmental valley will give you an up-close look at the production of the world-renowned Emmentaler AOC.

The little cheese village is a blend of the past and the present. Explore the four generations of production facilities on a guided tour or independently with an audiovisual guide.

Biel-Bienne, The bilingual and lakeside town

Jura & Three-Lakes Region

Here where the German and French languages are in equal use, you’re at the very heart of the spot in which Switzerland’s watch making art began. The small and charming old town with 15th century gothic church, splendid guild houses and enchanting flower-clad fountains invites you to linger and share in its beauty.

Ascending the Jura heights is no mean feat from Biel thanks to funicular rail, and scenic views from Magglingen are yours to enjoy in as little as seven minutes.

Biel’s harbour is a great starting point for attractive excursions, including trips on the lakes and rivers. Close-up views of the town of Soluthurn, Island of St. Peter and Neuchâtel and Murtensee lakes (three lakes trip) are just a couple of ideas. Don’t miss out on a fine drop of wine in one of the picturesque little wine making villages!

Biel is also a great place for cyclists, with diverse routes leading in all directions. The more sporty visitors can test their strength against the Jura heights, while trips on any of the lakeside paths offer a more leisurely pace. Highly recommended for families are rides through the rural landscape near the lakes, where miles and miles of enjoyment are yours to reap on attractive rides with little traffic.

Gantrisch Nature Park

Not far from Bern you will find an expanse of vast wooded areas with quaint villages, divided by deep canyons.

The area is specially preserved countryside and a designated “Regional Nature Park”, offering visitors plenty to discover. Besides the rare flora and fauna, there are numerous highlights for sports enthusiasts.

Those who prefer a slower pace can savor the many products from the Gantrisch region or recharge at places of culture.

Clock Tower (Zytglogge)

The beating heart of the Old Town

Bern’s oldest landmark majestically welcomes visitors to the city. The bell on the 13th-century Clock Tower (Zytglogge) has steadily struck the hours for more than 600 years. Inside the tower, however, time seems to have stood still.

Scale the medieval clock tower up a steep spiral staircase, past the historic clockwork mechanism to the bell chamber. Emerging at the top, you are greeted by a unique view of Bern’s winding alleyways and rooftop landscape.

House of Parliament

Seat of the Swiss Government

The Parliament Building is the seat of the Swiss government (Federal Council) and parliament (National Council and Council of States).

The Parliament Building was completed in 1902. The central domed hall and both chambers feature numerous symbolic renderings of Swiss history.

Cathedral (Münster)

Bird’s eye view of the Old Town

More than 344 steps lead up to the Cathedral (Münster) viewing platform, the highest steeple in Switzerland. Having climbed to the top, visitors discover a magnificent view of the alleyways of the Bern Old Town, stretching as far as the Bernese Mittelland and to the snow-covered peaks of the Bernese Oberland.

Urban swimming at its best

Since 1782, the Marzili has been the largest and most frequented river pool in Switzerland. Bathers have enjoyed swimming in the “academic swimming baths”, as the Marzili used to be called, for 700 years.

This tradition survives into the present day, and while above the Marzili, the colourful city life pulsates, the clear water of the Aare river is wonderfully suited for a refreshing experience. This unforgettable experience is totally free of charge.

As legend has it, the city of Bern was named after the first animal the city’s founder was able to hunt down in the woods. In 1513, Bernese citizens returning from battle brought a live bear with them and put him in one of the city’s pits, giving birth to a tradition that lives on to this day.

Since then, Bern’s famous Bear pits have given way to the spacious, green BearPark. Needless to say, the citizens of Bern are very fond of their bears.

Rose Garden (Rosengarten)

Postcard panorama of the Swiss capital

The Rose Garden is a generously arranged park with a fantastic view of Bern’s Old Town, enclosed in a loop of the Aare river. It is a popular meeting point for locals and visitors alike.

The pavilion and the reading garden offer idyllic spots to relax. The lawns provide enough space for those who love being active whilst the Rose Garden restaurant (Restaurant Rosengarten) provides refreshments with a perfect postcard view of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Zentrum Paul Klee

Since June 20, 2005 the Zentrum Paul Klee has exhibited the world‘s most important collection of works by Paul Klee, totaling over 4000 exhibits in all, or 40% of his lifetimes body of work.

The centre presents many different aspects of the Klee collection, putting on attractive temporary exhibitions, exploring art for younger audiences at the Children’s Museum Creaviva.

Concerts area also organised, along with plays and other events such as running a multifunctional and multimedia Museum Street for visitors to stroll down, interact and enjoy a break.

When it’s hot outside, a sip of cool drinking water from one of the many fountains in Bern promises revitalization, and a cool dip in the Aare river is sure to refresh you.

The most famous of all free-admittance bathing facilities in Bern is the Marzili, situated on the Aare river bank directly below the Parliament Building. Young and old alike, families and even politicians, all meet here in the summer for sports and recreation.

The easiest way to travel the 30-meter difference in altitude from Bern’s Old Town down to the banks of the Aare in the Marzili Quarter is to ride the Marzili funicular, built in 1885; covering a vertical distance of 106 m.

Hotel Allegro****, Bern

Hotel with a view

Four extraordinary restaurants from Michelin gourmet’s temple through to Asian and Italian specialities and Atrium-Café for breakfasts, business lunches and Sunday brunch, along with bar as popular meeting points.

BLS RegioExpress

From Bern to Brig via Lötschberg

This journey from Canton Bern into Canton Valais takes the classic century-old mountain route to Brig. Numerous hiking and excursion opportunities present themselves along the way, the most spectacular sights including the impressive 265-metre long Kander viaduct.

View from Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe (3,454m / 11,332ft)

Looking over the Swiss Alps

The pinnacle of any trip to Switzerland must be the ride up to the highest train station in Europe at 3,454m, the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe.

Ride up from Grindelwald or Lauterbrunnen to the alpine train station at the Kleine Scheidegg and change to the cog railway to the Jungfraujoch. The ride up takes you through the Eiger and Mönch mountains with two fascinating stops along the way which offer magnificent views from the middle of the Eiger down to Grindelwald and the Eismeer glacier.

Adolf Guyer-Zeller’s spectacular pioneering project was successfully inaugurated over 100 years ago. To celebrate the centenary a 250m long adventure tour called Alpine Sensation opened on 1 April 2012 at the Jungfraujoch. The tour creates a direct connection from the Sphinx Hall to the Ice Palace. Highlights include the development of Alpine tourism and the history of the Jungfrau Railway.

With thanks to the the High Altitude Research Station, Jungfraujoch for their help in the making of this panorama.

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• Oeschinensee

Brienzer Rothorn

Interlaken, pure switzerland.

A premier holiday destination and conference venue of international renown. Situated in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, Interlaken is the ideal starting point for any number of excursions. The town is famous for its delightful location and the sites of natural beauty that surround it.

Summer and winter, Interlaken offers its guests countless sports, leisure and entertainment opportunities. Come to Interlaken and spend a memorable holiday or conference attendance at this exceptional location between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, at the foot of the stunning mountain trio of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

City of Thun, Lake Thun

Bernese Oberland

At the gateway to the Bernese Alps is Thun, the tenth largest city in Switzerland. The old town is intact and has splendid building and squares and towering above it is the impressive Zähringer Castle. A stroll through the famous alleys of the old town is a remarkable experience.

The heart of the region is Lake Thun. A nostalgic steam ship still plies its deep-blue waters. At the lakeside, the villages of Spiez and Oberhofen can look back on a particularly long tradition of wine making. The sunny slopes at Lake Thun are considered to be the Riviera of the Bernese Oberland, and quite rightly so.

Spiez, the most beautiful bay of Europe

Nestling as it does among hills and vineyards, Spiez tempts the visitor to stay a while and enjoy its mild climate. Its central location makes it not only easily and rapidly accessible, but also an ideal starting point for excursions to many places of interest in the Bernese Oberland, as well as the rest of Switzerland.

In terms of sports and culture there is much in and around Spiez for holiday-makers or conference participants to enjoy.

Brienz, The woodcarving village

The picturesque village Brienz lies in a delightful mountain setting at the eastern end of Lake Brienz and its turquoise waters.

Brienz is famous for its long tradition of woodcarving and to this day boasts a woodcarving school and a violin-making school. Brienz is also the starting point for excursions to the Ballenberg Open Air Museum and the Brienzer Rothorn.

On the opposite side of the lake the Giessbach Falls with their thundering water masses are a stunning attraction.

Meiringen, Haslital

The Haslital is located in the famous alpine passes of Grimsel, Susten, Grosse Scheidegg and Brünig. Friendliness, diverse leisure and sporting activities and traditional cultural are characteristic of our holiday region in the heart of Switzerland. Traces of Sherlock Holmes can be found all over Meiringen, the capital of the Oberhasli Region. The Sherlock Holmes trail in the centre of Meiringen will tell you everything you need to know about the master detective. You’ll find valuable old artefacts and exciting background information in the nearby Sherlock Holmes Museum.

Meiringen is the perfect starting point for outings in the whole Haslital as e.g. to the Aare gorge, the Alpen tower, the Open-air museum Ballenberg and the Gelmer funicular. Enjoy the spectacular views in the Haslital!

Grindelwald, Mountain and Myth

Mountaineers and guests from all over the world come together in Grindelwald. The Eiger and glacier village is lively location where active holidays here are guaranteed.

Grindelwald is the perfect departure point for many destinations in the Jungfrau Region, such as the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, First, Kleine Scheidegg and Männlichen.

Great events take place every year, such as the Eiger Bike Challenge, Eiger Ultra Trail or the Velogemel World Championships.

Mürren, Wholesome and real

The village of Mürren, at the base of the Schilthorn, is a cosy, alpine village with chocolate box chalets and the charm of a carfree place.

The village lies on a sunny plateau high above the Lauterbrunnen valley and is considered to be the cradle of winter sports: 100 years of snow sports was celebrated here in 2012. The Inferno ski race and Inferno triathlon are two annual events which are closely tied to Mürren.

Mürren and the Schilthorn were locations for the James Bond movie “On her majestys secret service” in the late 60’s and the daredevil secret agent has significantly contributed to the world-wide success of Schilthorn – Piz Gloria. The mountain, with fantastic panoramic views and revolving restaurant, is one of the highlights of the Jungfrau Region.

Lauterbrunnen, Cliffs and water

The “valley of 72 waterfalls” is an unbelievable sight, with steep cliff walls that seem to rise up to the sky and many enthralling waterfalls.

On the outskirts of Lauterbrunnen, the Staubbach waterfall lives up to its name in spring, when the thundering waters spray up into the air when it hits the valley floor. This famous landmark of Lauterbrunnen even inspired the world famous German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe to write a poem about it. It is also said that J. R. R. Tolkien was inspired by the Lauterbrunnen Valley.

Authentic traditions are an integral part of village life and the age-old handicraft of lace making (Spitzenklöppeln) is still practiced by a number of villagers.

Lauterbrunnen is the perfect starting point for outings in the whole Jungfrau Region.

Wengen, Active and free

The car-free village of Wengen, at the base of the Jungfrau, is located on a sunny plateau and offers breath-taking views of the mountains.

The top excursion from here is the train ride to the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe. One of the biggest events in the Jungfrau Region is the Lauberhorn, FIS international ski races with downhill, slalom and combination events.

This event has taken place in Wengen since 1930. As it is the longest downhill course and the racers attain the fastest speeds, the Lauberhorn ski race‘s reputation is on a par with the famous Hahnenkamm in Kitzbühel (AUT).

The world famous Jungfrau Marathon takes place in September, which starts in Interlaken and goes via Lauterbrunnen and Wengen to the Kleine Scheidegg.

Zweisimmen, Gateway to Gstaad

Just a stone's thow away from Gstaad lies Zweisimmen - the gateway to the region's attractive hiking area.

The Rinderberg links the village to Saanenmöser, Schönried and St. Stephan. Furthermore, Sparenmoos guarantees fun for young and old alike with a scooter run right into the valley.

Delicious snacks and light refreshments are available in summer in the Huslibergbeizli, in the Alp Nüjeberg and sometimes in the Sitealp.

Gstaad, Come up, slow down

The holiday destination of Gstaad lies in the most western part of the Bernese Oberland and is unique in so many ways. All year round, visitors will find some-thing that is becoming increasingly rare in the modern world; leisure activities and room for enjoyment combined with a virtually unprecedented range of cultural and sporting activities.

Nestled in a magnificent Alpine landscape the region combines a stylish attitude to life with a touch of glamour.

Lenk, Alp Culture in the Simme Valley

In the south western part of the Bernese Oberland, you will reach Lenk and the Simme Valley (Simmental), where local customs and the Alpine traditions are actively cultivated.

Summertime in the Simmental is simply a mountain paradise for cascading waterfalls, hikers, and bikers. The valley is family-friendly and has countless offerings for young and old.

Adelboden-Frutigen

Discover thundering waterfalls and peaceful mountain lakes, discover the breath taking natural world of the Swiss mountains, discover sporting and cultural highlights, and Alpine culture being lived out day by day.... discover Adelboden-Frutigen!

Adelboden is not just a holiday and leisure destination all the year round, it's a place of power and vitality. Come and discover the true face of the Bernese Oberland. Experience pure Adelboden.

Kandersteg, idyllic scenery

Kandersteg is one of the very few villages in the Bernese Oberland which has preserved its original, typical Swiss character.

Even today the Kandertal is full of extreme contrasts. There are no less than 20 glaciers in the district of Kandersteg. You’ll also find the beautiful lake “Oeschinensee”, wonderful panoramic views and a lot of attractive things which you can do in Kandersteg.

Set in beautiful natural surroundings the unspoilt countryside enchants visitors in both summer and winter.

"Tropenhaus", Frutigen

A tropical paradise where you would least expect it: at the foot of some of Switzerland’s most impressive mountains.

The “Tropenhaus” in the town of Frutigen takes advantage of renewable energy from an unusual source to breed Siberian sturgeon for caviar, as well as grow bananas, papayas and kumquats. This one-of-a-kind centre offers visitors the opportunity to learn and experience – and even taste - how all this is possible in the Alps!

Glacier 3000

From the top of Glacier 3000 above Gstaad, you can see 24 summits over 4,000 metres, including Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn and the Bernese Alps. The mountain station with its Restaurant Botta, designed by the award-winning architect Mario Botta is worth a visit alone.

An exhilarating glacier run on the world's highest toboggan run is sure to give you an adrenaline rush. The Alpine Coaster is one of the biggest attractions on Glacier 3000. Up to six meters above the ground and close to the sheer drop, those brave enough to try will experience the ultimate thrilling ride!

Oeschinensee & Blausee, Kandersteg

Whether you plan a family or a hiking day or want to enjoy nature at its best, the Oeschinensee is definitely worth a trip. Surrounded by imposing mountain peaks the deep blue lake lies between glaciers and hundred year old pine forests - the most beautiful lake in the Alps!

In middle of this paradise you’ll find crystal clear lake, the Blausee! Take a deep breath and enjoy the beautiful view to the Alps. The one-of-a-kind alpine organic trout farm, romantic walkways and the mystical lighting in the park at night bring you into raptures!

Sound ski lift, Lenk-Simmental

An innovative and unique project. Where the skiers go in winter becomes, in summer, the scene of hanging ski lift bells producing a melody when the ski lift is in operation. This spectacle may be heard and seen 2-3 times per day.

The daredevil secret agent has significantly contributed to the world-wide success of Schilthorn – Piz Gloria, as the mountain was one of the locations for the James Bond movie “On her majestys secret service” in the late 60ties.

Since end of June 2013 the world of James Bond is experiencing a revival with the interactive exhibition BOND WORLD 007, including seven key scenes from the movie. There is also an in-house cinema, too.

You can also enjoy the best view of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau from the world’s first revolving mountain restaurant. Also new is the PIZ GLORIA VIEW platform with view to the revolving restaurant as well as Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau!

During the whole year the Schilthorn and the cosy village Mürren offer a wide range of activities: hiking and biking in summer and skiing and sledging in winter.

In Niesen some measure their stamina once a year on the world’s longest stairway (11'674 steps). Most prefer to hike at their own pace on the 1,643m pyramid-shaped mountain or even enjoy a relaxing trip up to the summit by funicular.

The 360-degree panorama from the viewing platform at the top offers impressive view over the Bernese Alps, Lake Thun, Lake Brienz as well as the whole Bernese Mitteland all the way to the Jura mountains.

Experience a nostalgic ride aboard the steam railway where it overcomes the climb up 1,680m all the way up to the Brienzer Rothorn.

It takes around an hour for the small steam locomotive to push the red scenic carriage uphill from Brienz passing through meadows and woods past towering cliffs.

Once at the top of the Brienzer Rothorn a magnificent view over the Alps of Central Switzerland and the peaks of the Bernese Alps awaits.

Hotel Bellevue des Alpes

Kleine Scheidegg

This historic hotel from 1840 has the best panoramic location on the Scheidegg Pass with fantastic views of the Eiger. The building, its interior and its guest list are steeped in history, while the hotel is also famous for being the location where "The Eiger Sanction" starring Clint Eastwood was filmed.

Jungfrau Railway

Reach the 'Top of Europe'

Departing from Interlaken Ost, your destination is Europe’s highest-altitude railway station at 3,454m. The views are simply stunning, with eternal ice and snow as far as the eye can see and including the mighty Aletsch Glacier (at 23 kilometres the longest in the Alps).

Inside the mountain, see the “Alpine Sensation” – an impressive exhibition which was opened in 2012 to celebrate the centenary of the Jungfrau Railway.

View from the Mont-Fort (3,330m / 10,922 ft)

Looking over the Alps

In winter as in summer, the legendary Mont-Fort is an extremely popular excursion destination. From this incredible view point the most beautiful alpine mountains, from the Matterhorn to the Mont-Blanc, reveal themselves before you. The Mont-Fort is one of the best view points in the Alps, which can be reached effortlessly thanks to the lift system.

In summer, you can even experience the sunrise at the Mont-Fort : a magical moment to see the sun rising up over the Alps and feel the first ray of light.

In winter, the Mont-Fort is the start of a very technical ski run due to the steepness of the slope and the fact that it is not prepared mechanically.

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Welcome in the Portes du Soleil

Located in the huge skiing area of "Les Portes du Soleil", the resort of Champéry in the Val d'Illiez in the Lower Valais retains much its traditional charm.

The village is situated at 1,050 m in the Chablais region at the foot of the Dents-du-Midi and the Dents Blanches, and is one of Switzerland's oldest tourist destinations. Along the village streets are numerous traditional chalets with carved balconies and typical roofs. Visitors also delight in the charming little shops, bars and restaurants. The village is also home to one of Switzerland's few bell-foundries still remaining in production.

Portes du Soleil, kingdom of ride

Don't miss out on our 1000 km of bike trails.

Hiking : Tour des Dents du Midi

The most western part of the Valais Region.

The ‘Tour des Dents-du-Midi’ is a pioneering hike of the Valais inaugurated in 1972, and owes its reputation to the marathon that has been run here for almost 40 years. You may organise the stages of your walk as you wish, using the various huts along the route for accommodation, to eat meals in or simply to buy refreshments. Champéry and the Portes du Soleil also offers exceptional mountain biking opportunities with 24 lifts are open during the summer season.

The village of Champéry houses one of the last ten bell foundries in Switzerland. In a small and dark workshop in the center of the village, father and son perpetuate alpine traditions when farmers gave their cows a bell in order to identify them in the fog or darkness. The bells are also symbolic, being marked with a divine cross in so as to bless pastures and protect animals from evil spells.

The bronze bells are now a symbol of the region and an authentic souvenir that delights tourists and collectors alike. Passionate about casting bells, Mr. Perrin keeps the craft alive, using traditional tools and methods and manufactures about 200 bells a year. Each bell sounding out the unique sound that characterizes it.

Welcome to Verbier!

The massif of the Grand Combin lies south of the famous resort of Verbier.

Biking in Verbier

For fans of two-wheels!

For performance and thrills, the Verbier-La Tzoumaz Bikepark is the ideal place to give free rein to your passion! Experts and beginners alike can pit their skills in this challenging arena.

Seven trails for all levels of difficulty will lead you to discover the delights of downhill biking amid exceptional scenery, with an altitude difference of up to 700m. The less experienced will benefit from tips from the mountain bike school to perfect their riding and refine their style and technique.

Alternatively explore the mountain with just a few pushes of a pedal by hiring an electric mountain bike. Ride to the peaks effortlessly with the whole family or with your mates and enjoy every minute.

The e-bike map will guide you through five routes with a number of great pit-stops. And when you’re comfortably settled on a sunny terrace, you’ll already be thinking about your next excursion.

Also, fans of the Grande Boucle can join the Valais section of the 2009 Tour de France, which will take them to Verbier or to the Grand St-Bernard pass, following in the footsteps of professional athletes.

Tour de Suisse – 8th June 2014 Finish of the 8th Stage Grand Raid – 16th August 2014 Mountain Bike Marathon Swissepic – 15th to 20th September 2014

Melt with delight!

Raclette cheese (AOP), highly spiced dried meat, skillfully leavened rye bread; the region is bursting with Alpine culinary traditions and delights. Due to its privileged geographical location, the Val de Bagnes enjoys an ideal climate which is the basis of the richness of its local produce. Local specialities rub shoulders with top gastronomy and quality wines that will easily conquer your heart in one of the region’s many restaurants.

From the pasture to the dairy, discover the process of manufacturing Bagnes cheese and end your day with a taste of authentic AOP Raclette. And for the cherry on the top, taste the highest fondue in Europe in the igloo bar on the peak of the Mont Fort at an altitude of 3,330 metres.

Renowned for its AOP Raclette, the region also offers a rich palette of local produce and gourmet addresses. Salting meat and cheese is today an integral part of the region’s culinary traditions. Once tasted and enjoyed, you’ll never be able to go without.

The region is also well-known for its aromatic and medicinal plant cultures. Thyme, lemon balm, mint and several dozen other species are used to make herb teas, sweets and well-known cosmetics, bringing the freshness and benefits of the mountain within everyone’s reach.

Nendaz...1,350m

Welcome to Nendaz!

Nendaz is located to the the heart of the Valais region on a plateau overlooking the Rhone valley and offering a breath-taking panoramic view over the Alps. This wonderful scenery is amplified by an incredible amount of sunshine.

In summer as in winter, Nendaz caters for active holidays, family holidays or relaxing holidays depending on each and every guest’s wish. The holiday village is only a 2 hours’ drive from Geneva airport and 25 minutes from Sion, capital city of the Valais and the oldest town in Switzerland. Sion also home to a wide variety of cultural, shopping and gastronomic possibilities. During the summer hikers will find more than 250km of hikes and walks and for cyclist more than 200km of mountain bike tracks await them.

The region also offers 98km of walks, along 8 ‘bisses’ (irrigation canals) of which 6 have water flowing within their banks. The paths that run alongside bisses have the advantage of being almost flat, passing through very varied countryside and of supplying some extremely surprising views over the valleys, local villages and the mountains.

Nendaz...the bisses & mountain bike country

Nendaz...the alphorn festival capital.

Each summer, the enchanting Nendaz provides the stage for the Valais Drink Pure Alphorn Festival and welcomes more than 100 participants of different nationalities. Alphorn initiation courses and visits to alphorn makers are organized regularly. On the spacious meadow high above Nendaz, 150 men and women stand in a circle, each holding an alphorn: the tension is palpable. A bell rings, and the air is filled with sounds from another century. This extraordinary performance is the highlight of the Valais Drink Pure Alphorn Festival that takes place over three days each summer in this village high above the Rhone valley, framed by some of the Alps’ highest peaks.

Throughout the year, too, this hauntingly beautiful instrument features prominently in the life of Nendaz, offering a chance to try it yourself . Take a single lesson or a week-long course, from beginner level upwards. You’ll discover that the sound you make depends on the alphorn’s material, thickness and shape, and of course the way you work your lips: the greater the tension, the higher the tone.

A hikers paradise!

The sunny trails of the Hannig are a hiker's paradise and many themed trails start from here.

Relax on the sun terrace of Hannig mountain restaurant (2 350 m) while the kids have fun in the indoor and outdoor play areas. And if you're lucky you might even see some chamois or Alpine ibex.

18 4,000m peaks

A themed trail for walkers

The Saas Valley is surrounded by 18 peaks of 4,000 metres or more, and each mountain has its own story.

The 1.4 km trail begins at Hohsaas, Saas-Grund mountain station and every stop along the trail features a small sculpture of each mountain, photographs of the individual peaks, and information about the mountain's history, such as the date of the first ascent.

Your first 4,000m peak

Allalin is the easiest & most popular 4,000m peak in the Saas Valley

Almost anyone can climb it safely in the company of a Saas-Fee mountain guide. There’s no need to worry if you have never climbed so high before.

If you want to see the world from an altitude of 4,027m, then the Allalin is the peak for you! This special package will guarantee a fun, safe, memorable adventure.

The Fabulous Three

At 4,027 m, the peak of the Allalinhorn is an ideal first challenge for aspiring mountaineers, and the most popular of the 18 spectacular 4,000 m peaks surrounding the Saas Valley.

At its bottom the mountain is also home to the Mittelallalin, which boasts three record-breaking attractions that you simply have to see and experience for yourself. They are:

• The world’s highest underground funicular the Metro Alpin • Threes!xty, the breathtakingly beautiful, cosy and relaxing highest revolving restaurant in the world • The Eispavillion, the largest ice grotto in the world

Although each one of the attractions is worth a trip in itself both in summer and winter, it is possible to experience all three in a single day, so you can look forward to a day out as extraordinary and fascinating as the attractions themselves!

Snow cover guaranteed & Summer skiing

With the majority of winter sports resorts in Valais situated at or above 1,500m visitors get reliable snow conditions thanks to the altitude!

Nine ski regions (Arolla, Blatten/Belalp, Crans-Montana, Lauchernalp/Lötschental, Saas-Fee, Saas Grund, Val d'Anniviers, les 4 Vallées et Zermatt) reach to over 3,000m and Zermatt even stretches to 3,900m. It's no surprise to feel your heart beat faster at the sight of superb ski tracks, part of which lead over the eternal ice of the glaciers.

For all snowboard enthusiasts and ski fans, on the Theodul Glacier you will find the Alps' highest summer skiing areas and Europe's largest Snowpark. Snowboarders and skiers will be thrilled to know that Zermatt has the antidote to summer!

Valais, the Wine Country

The most important wine producing region in Switzerland

Valais is the most important wine-producing canton in Switzerland. One third of the country’s total surface area planted with vines, representing 5,200 hectares and an annual production of 50 million litres of wine.

As the first Swiss canton to introduce the AOP for the entirety of its vineyards, wine production in Valais is subject to strict laws that are closely monitored at all levels through systematic controls.

The Valais, a golfing paradise

The Valais offers you several ways to fulfill your dream of playing golf amid snow-covered peaks in the pure mountain air. With nine golf courses close at hand, the region is a hidden treasure for golfers of all levels and ideal for golf safaris.

One of the highlights is the Severiano Ballesteros course in Crans-Montana, with a panoramic view that astonish even the seasoned professionals at the annual Omega European Masters tournament. What’s more, practice courses make the Valais a perfect place for beginners to get started. We wish you a great round!

Alpine Wellness

Invigorating thermal waters!

In the current age of wellness, fitness and beauty, the healing and invigorating effects of the thermal waters are experiencing an unprecedented and well deserved revival in popularity.

The famous Valais spa resorts offer wellness in beautiful settings with ultramodern facilities that leave nothing to be desired.

In the center of the mountain resort of Anzère, the Spa & Wellness Centre offers you a superb environment in which to relax, a place with marvelous surroundings. In Anzère you are truly in a relaxed mountain setting.

Impressive reservoirs of energy

Thanks to its topography Valais has the ideal conditions for using water power. At the beginning of the seventies almost 90% of the country’s energy production was already provided by hydro electric power. Following Switzerland’s decision to withdraw from atomic energy the great reservoir works once again became highly significant.

Grande Dixence (pictured right) is the most famous reservoir in Valais. It is the tallest gravity dam in the world and lies at the head of the Dix Valley. In every respect it is a record holder. The height of the dam wall, 285m, has never been exceeded; it weighs 15 million tonnes and is higher than the Cheops Pyramid. At its base the dam wall is 200m wide and at its crown it tapers off to 15m.

Grande Dixence can be visited from mid-June to mid-September. There are four guided tours per day through the interior of the wall. A wealth of fascinating and scientific information is available from the information pavilion and at the top of the dam wall which can be reached on foot or by cable car.

The Valaisan hydro-electric energy park also includes such large reservoirs as Mauvoisin (in panorama), Mattmark, Emosson and Gougra. However the small reservoirs are also of great economic significance to individual districts. Many of the lakes can be hiked around and offer an impressive counterpart to the natural mountain lakes in the Valaisan Alps.

Mountain Lakes

Idyllic and refreshing

A hike to an idyllic mountain lake must be one of the most wonderful experiences that you can enjoy in the Alps. Hikers can take an invigorating swim in the cold water or at least cool their tired feet.

The lake near Derborence is one of the loveliest to visit. In 1714 and again in 1749 there were two huge landslides from Les Diablerets. The 100m high mass of debris created a lake that for a long time was considered as a curse so nature was left to spread out unhindered. Today the wild Derborence Valley is protected.

There are around a dozen mountain lakes in the Binn Valley landscape park. Halse Lake, set in a moorland landscape of national significance, is particularly beautiful and easy to reach. The blue lake at Riederalp provides plenty of enjoyment for families. It is situated at 2207m altitude and the water can reach 20 degrees in summer. There is free access to the lake and the possibility to have a barbecue. This lake also has breathtaking views of nearby 4000m peaks such as the Weisshorn, Matterhorn and Dom.

Taney lake is in a picture book setting cradled between the twin peaks of the “Jumelles”, Grammont and the Taney Pass. It is a small paradise at 1,500m high above the Rhone Valley and has been a nature reserve since the sixties.

Stelli Lake near Zermatt is another idyllic spot which is only a 20-minute walk from Blauherd station. The most prominent side of the Matterhorn is reflected in the waters of the lake making it one of the favourite photo subjects in the region.

No matter which mountain lake you choose for an excursion, it is well worth taking the time to observe and enjoy unspoilt nature in all its beauty. In Valais – the water tower of Europe!

View from Mt. Rigi (1,465m / 4,806ft)

Looking over the Lake Lucern Region

With the world famous city of Lucerne, and the idyllic lakeside villages of Weggis and Vitznau on the shores of Lake Lucerne, the sunny southern flank of Mt. Rigi offers a variety of holiday experiences.

Känzeli, from where the panorama was taken, is one of the most popular lookouts on Mt. Rigi, because it's easy to get to and rewards visitors with a fantastic view.

From the lookout platform you'll be able to see the impressive Alpine ranges, the rivers flowing into Lake Lucerne and the entire region surrounding Lucerne through to the Swiss plateau.

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Lake Lucerne

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Hammetschwand Lift

Bürgenstock

When the Hammetschwand lift at the Bürgenberg opened in 1905 it created an absolute sensation. Its attractiveness is enhanced by the spectacular path along the vertical rock face.

The new lift is still holding the number one position as Europe's highest outdoor lift.

Lake Lucerne (434 m above sea level) is fascinating due to its picturesque landscape and historical sites.

20 boats, 5 of which are nostalgic paddle-steamers, enable you to take round trips and offer endless possibilities for excursions which can also be combined with mountain railways along the lake.

The Lucerne Riviera

This holiday region has made a name for itself as one of the best addresses for wellness.

It is in fact, an official 'Wellness Destination', with no fewer than six leading hotels offering superb spa facilities and amenities for restoring the harmony of mind and body.

Glasi Hergiswil

The “Glasi” is Switzerland’s oldest glassworks and offers tours explaining its history. Visitors are guided through a fascinating cabinet of illusions to experience, as in a time machine, the highs and lows of the glassworks’ 190-year history.

Discover, interact with and experience glass in all its facets.

Sightseeing

There are many interesting sights to see in Lucerne.

The Chapel Bridge with the Water Tower is the landmark of Lucerne and the most photographed monument in Switzerland.

Festival City Lucerne

As a city of festivals, Lucerne offers a year-round programme of music and culture that's both rich and unique: classical music, brass bands, blues, jazz, fine food, comics/fumetti and theatre, not to mention Lucerne's famous carnival.

The city's passion for music enjoys a long tradition.

Mount Stanserhorn

When you arrive at the Kälti station, you transfer to the world's first aerial cable car, the CabriO.

The double-decker cable car, complete with an open upper deck, takes you to the top of Stanserhorn from where you can see a spectacular vista looking out over 100 km of alpine range, 10 Swiss lakes and an alpine-flower reserve.

Swiss Museum of Transport

The Swiss Museum of Transport is one of the most diverse museums for transportation and communication in Europe. Here you can see more than 3,000 items are exhibited in a 40,000 square meter exhibition space.

Starting in June you can discover the secrets of world famous Swiss chocolate.

City of Lucerne

The City. The Lake. The Mountains

Centuries-old sights such as the Chapel Bridge, the Musegg Wall, the Lion Monument and the historic Old City form the exciting contrast to contemporary Lucerne; the KKL Luzern, the abundance of restaurants and an attractive range of shopping.

The Festival City of Lucerne delights throughout the year, with blues, jazz, rock, comics or the splendidly colourful Carnival, whilst the Lucerne Festival has a top class program of classical events with world-famous artists.

The Rosengart Collection, the natural monuments in the Glacier Garden and the Swiss Museum of Transport are among our museum highlights. Immerse yourself in this city, stroll along the docks and get to know the legendary charm of Lucerne on one of our guided tours of the city.

Enhanced travel possibilities

The Tell-Pass is the easiest way to discover Lucerne and the Lake Lucerne region. Enjoy two to ten days unlimited travel by train, boat, buses and loads of mountain railroads and cable cars.

Additionally, receive great reductions at museums, spas and other attractions that are included in the Tell-Pass. Two days upward cost from 170 CHF.

The Magic of snow all year round

The TITLIS Rotair, the world’s first rotating cable car takes you to the top of Central Switzerland at 10,000 feet. The Ice Flyer chairlift gives you spectacular views into the icy depths of the glacier and the TITLIS Cliff Walk is Europe’s highest located suspension bridge.

Welcome to the summer and winter holiday paradise at 1,050 meters above sea level. This friendly village is characterised by a wonderful unspoiled countryside and an impressive mountain backdrop.

An extensive cable car system takes you in all directions to suit all tastes await you.

Steam train experience

Mount Rigi, since 1871!

Europe's first mountain railway is still carrying passengers up from Vitznau to Mt. Rigi every Sunday in July and August and also on the 1st August, Swiss National day.

Some of the carriages from those early years have been lovingly restored and are still in use today. Pulled by a steam engine, making a trip up to the "Queen of the Mountains" in the vintage carriages is an exclusive, nostalgic adventure.

Ready to wrestle?

Mount Rigi, authentic Switzerland

Do you want to be part of a spectacular and authentic event on Mount Rigi? Then visit the Mount Rigi wrestling and Alpine festival on 13th July 2014.

Become a supporter of Switzerland’s most popular sport and enjoy the superb views to the Swiss alps, to Lake Lucerne region and spend a unforgettable day on the queen of the mountains surrounded by living traditions.

Mount Pilatus

2,132 possibilities above sea level

With its wide range leisure activities, PILATUS-BAHNEN AG offers “2,132 possibilities above sea level”.

Two cable cars, two hotels, 7 restaurants, the steepest cogwheel railway in the world, the largest suspension rope park in Central Switzerland and the Switzerland’s longest summer toboggan run promise exciting excursions.

For the business visitor there are exceptional seminar and banquet facilities. Following the complete renovation of the mountain hotel and catering infrastructure in 2009 and 2011, PILATUS-BAHNEN AG is investing 17 million Swiss francs in a new aerial cableway (Fräkmüntegg – Pilatus Kulm). A mountain experience guaranteed to get the adrenalin pumping.

Wilhelm Tell Express

From Lucerne to Ticino

What it lacks in speed, this ‘express’ route makes up for with the most varied travel experience imaginable.

After boarding a historic steamer at Lucerne’s quayside, you will glide past ancient Swiss sites such as the Rütli Meadow, Schiller Stone and Tell’s Chapel.

At Flüelen, you change to a panorama car for the rail journey to Canton Ticino. The train winds its way from 470 to 1100 metres altitude, disappearing into the 15-kilometre Gotthard Tunnel (which dates from the 19th century and took 10 years to build at a cost of some 200 lives). The train re-emerges on the sun-kissed southern side of the Alps.

Hotel Schweizerhof*****, Lucerne

This 5-star hotel offers culture with personal charm and nostalgic luxury.

Situated directly on Lake Lucerne with spectacular lake, mountain and city views, the hotel, parts of which are under monument protection, has been run by the Hauser family since 1861. Dine at the two top-class restaurants featuring Swiss and Mediterranean cuisine, or enjoy the trendy bar with live music.

View from Muottas Muragl (2,456 m / 8,058ft)

Looking across to St. Moritz and the Engadin Lakes plateau

Not only artists have been inspired since time immemorial by the view from this classic mountain. People like us are also captivated over and over again by the setting. Alone the ascent with the red funicular is a show.

For over 100 years it has climbed up the steep slope and is the second oldest mountain railway in the Graubünden region. Some come to enjoy and have a feast, while others want to hike into the panorama, either down to Pontresina or up to the Segantini Hut and Schafberg, where the famous Italian painter Giovanni Segantini died in seclusion.

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• View from Muottas Muragl

Bernina Express

Segantini hut.

Follow in the footsteps of the famous artist, Giovanni Segantini, to one of the most beautiful vantage points in the Upper Engadin.

Horse-drawn carriage ride in Val Roseg

Explore the romantic side valleys

Just sit back, relax, and let the horses pull you at a leisurely pace to the Hotel Roseg Gletscher at the far end of the idyllic Val Roseg.

Rope Park Pontresina

This high-rope challenge course in Pontresina is the perfect place to let off steam.

The facility is located in the forest, and with its series of platforms linked by rope bridges, zip wires, wobbly beams and various obstacles, offers exciting challenges for agile and sure-footed visitors.

Muottas Muragl Funicular

Something for the heart … and for the feet

It’s not only artists who have been inspired since time immemorial by the view from this mountain. The ascent alone in the red funicular is a spectacular show.

For over 100 years it has climbed up the steep slope and is the second oldest mountain railway in the Graubünden Region.

Even at 1,800m Lake Staz boasts an above-average number of sunny days each year. Warming up to a pleasant 20°C, it is almost always bathing weather.

Lake Silvaplana

Windsurfers and kite surfers have long regarded beautiful Lake Silvaplana as one of their favourite destinations and make their way here from all corners of the globe.

As soon as the Maloja wind sets in around noon, the colourful kites start to bob and dance across Lake Silvaplana, creating a spectacular sight for spectators too.

Cruising at the highest level

Europe's highest scheduled boat service links Sils Maria, Chastè, Plaun da Lej, Isola and Maloja.

Along the way, it glides past historic sites such as the Chastè peninsula. It is here, under the larch trees, stands the bench where the philosopher and poet Friedrich Nietzsche used to sit and find inspiration.

World class events

Unique winter events on a frozen Lake St. Moritz

The wealth of first-class cultural and sporting events held in the Engadin St. Moritz region guarantees an events calendar packed with highlights throughout summer and winter alike.

The most glamorous alpine destination in the world

This is where winter sports were invented in 1864, and to this day, nowhere else are they celebrated in such style.

In the winter of 2014/2015 St. Moritz, the Engadine and Switzerland will be celebrating 150 years of winter tourism with plenty of highlights and a special anniversary programme.

Gastronomy & shopping

Style, elegance and high class

Experience gastronomic delights of the highest level at the numerous exclusive restaurants that make St. Moritz an absolute paradise for food connoisseurs.

The shopping is also famously seductive, notably along glamorous Via Serlas, while close by local specialities can be found, such as the celebrated Engadin walnut cake.

Mountain Railways are included!

Make the most of your holiday with the “Mountain railways inclusive” deal. Stay for at least two nights at any of up to 100 hotels, and travel is included on up to 13 cable cars and mountain lifts.

Valid 1 May to 31 October 2014

Corviglia Flow Trail

This new flow trail on the Corviglia is an exhilarating rollercoaster ride down the mountainside and it has been harmoniously integrated into the surrounding landscape.

Experience an inspiring sense of space, magical light, rugged landscapes, idyllic views and numerous options. The Engadin St. Moritz region offers an unrivaled playground for mountain bikers.

Ski Engadin, St. Moritz

A dream come true for every snow sports enthusiast

Corviglia snow sports area is home to World Cup races, gourmet restaurants, and the latest developments in snow sports.

This will be the site of the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in 2017.

Olympia Bobsleigh run and Cresta Run

Speed: 130km/h (80mph). Centrifugal force: 4.5 G. Fun factor: maximum

In winter this is the site of the Olympia Bob Run; the only natural-ice track in existence that hosts international races.

St. Moritz’s daredevil Cresta run also ends here. There is nothing quite like it anywhere else.

Blue Engadin sky

Pure air and bright sunshine for an inspiring summer holiday

The Upper Engadin enjoys a dry, continental climate and the valley is famously sun-blessed.

Weather characteristics include low humidity and the celebrated Maloja wind in summer brings with it a refreshing coolness.

4 golf courses at the highest level

It was the English who started it all. At the end of the 18th century, English tourists asked for an area of mountain pasture at 1,860 m to be mowed to create a fairway, and thus the first golf course in Switzerland was born.

Swiss Stone Pine

A scent to calm & relaxing the body

In the Engadin forests, that date back more than a thousand years, some of the oldest Swiss stone pines can be found.

People have learned to make good use of the power of the “queen of the forest”, for example, in the form of pillows filled with fine shavings of Swiss stone pine wood. The pillows provide a particularly deep and restful sleep, not least because they are said to hinder the tendency to snore.

Inspiring Engadin villages

Behind the beautiful facades, the past is as alive in the present

Here history can be encountered at every turn, such as in the typical Engadin architecture that lends most of the villages their unmistakable character.

The Romansh language is alive too, actively fostered and still spoken by a remarkably large proportion of the population.

From Chur to Tirano

The most beautiful of Alpine experiences, the Bernina Express railway seamlessly connects the cool North with the warm South and effortlessly overcomes the steepest gradients.

Without doubt, this is one of the most beautiful rail trips in the world.

Waldhaus Sils*****, Sils-Maria

This old building of over a hundred years has lost none of its former charm and grandeur. Visitors from around the world are enchanted with the nostalgic rooms, the impressive staircase and the sophisticated manner in which this has remained a young hotel.

The hotel is surrounded by the tranquil Engadin nature and offers breathtaking views on the valley.

View from Rochers de Naye (2,042m / 6,699ft)

Looking over Lake Geneva and the Alps

Take a fresh look at the Lake Geneva Region. Perched above Montreux, Les Rochers-de-Naye enjoys a remarkable viewpoint over Lake Geneva and the Alps. A land of contrasts and surprises, the Lake Geneva Region offers some of the most breathtaking views in Switzerland.

Starting with Lausanne and its walk up the Cathedral’s belfry with a unique 360° view of the city and the lake to Mont-Blanc. Enjoy the reflections of the Alps in Lake Geneva from the UNESCO vineyards of Lavaux, or breathe in the outlook from the heights of the Jura. Admire both in one trip at the Le Kuklos revolving restaurant in Leysin.

Wherever you go, our stunning panoramas will revitalise and invigorate you.

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Rochers-de-Naye

Tour de gourze, lausanne cathedral.

Elevation: 3,000m above Les Diablerets

A trip to Glacier 3000 is a great day out. Once you’ve arrived, the breathtaking view from the 3,000 m summit takes in 24 summits over 4,000 metres and some of Switzerland’s most beautiful mountains.

There is a wide range of activities in the year-round snow at the top station.

Petit Chamossaire

Elevation: 1,987m, near Villars

Take a look at the 360° webcam from the Petit Chamossiare above Villars which gives you a fantastic view on the Alps including the Mont Blanc and Dents du Midi.

Open the webcam in a new browser window by clicking here .

Villars - Gryon - Les Diablerets

Located an hours drive from Lausanne, the resorts of Villars-Gryon and les Diablerets are ideal destinations for a mountain retreat. And for extra value, don't miss the Free Access Card with its mountain of freebies.

Leysin - Aigle

Elevation: 2,045m, near Leysin-Aigle

Leysin village (1,264 m) in the Lake Geneva Alps possesses one of only three revolving restaurants in Switzerland.

Restaurant Kuklos, at 2,048m, sits atop La Berneuse and provides diners with a unique 360° panorama of Alpine peaks including the Eiger, Mont-Blanc, Matterhorn and Dents du Midi.

Elevation: 2,042m, above Montreux

Perched above Montreux, Les Rochers-de-Naye enjoys a remarkable viewpoint over Lake Geneva and the Alps.

Popular with families and walkers, the site offers a wide range of activities for everyone, including Mongolian yurts, an Alpine garden and the Marmot Paradise.

Freddie Mercury Statue

The statue of Freddie Mercury stands on the banks in front of the covered Market. Queen fans should also be sure to visit the Queen Studio Experience at the Casino Barrière.

Montreux Riviera

Nestling between Lake Geneva and the steep mountains, Montreux enjoys a Mediterranean microclimate. In July it lives to the rhythm of the Montreux Jazz Festival.

At a close distance, Chillon Castle, located on a rocky isle, proposes an enchanting journey through time.

Charlie Chaplin

On the shore of Lake Geneva, Vevey is a town of images, culture and shopping.

Home of the Nestlé headquarters and several museums, Vevey’s charm enticed Charlie Chaplin to spend the last 25 years of his life there.

Soon, in the heart of the Swiss Riviera, an astonishing museum dedicated to the life and times of Charlie Chaplin will be unveiled. Featuring over 3,000 square meters of discovery, experience and emotion in a symbiosis of the scenic, cinematographic, multimedia and virtual world.

Lavaux Vineyards

Lavaux consists of terraces on steep slopes all the way down to Lake Geneva, covering an area of 830 hectares between Lausanne and Montreux.

The Lavaux vineyards have been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Programme since 2007.

Panoramic view on the Lavaux vineyards

Unfolding along the lakeside between Lausanne and Montreux, the vineyards of Lavaux benefit from a Mediterranean climate, with steady temperatures, plenty of sunlight, and a well-drained slope down to the lakeside.

The Chasselas wine produced here is dry and very fruity, with a subtle aroma.

Elevation: 930 m, above Cully

The stone cube of the Tour de Gourze rears above the vineyards of Lavaux and Lake Geneva.

A popular destination for walkers, who revel in the panoramic outlook from the top of the 9 metre walls, the Tour de Gourze offers spectacular views and the chance to enjoy a traditional fondue at the nearby restaurant.

Lausanne Cathedral is one of Europe's major Gothic monuments.

Since 1405 a watchman in the clock tower makes sure there is no fire and shouts out the hours from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

The south portal, which contains painted sculptures, has recently been restored and stabilised.

Lausanne, Olympic Capital

The second largest city on the shore of Lake Geneva, Lausanne combines the dynamics of a business town with its ideal location as a holiday resort.

Sport and culture are a golden rule in this Olympic Capital. Don’t miss a visit at the freshly reopened Olympic Museum!

Signal de Bougy

Elevation 707m, above Morges

Families make a beeline to the Parc Pré Vert at Signal de Bougy, on the heights above Lake Geneva and the vineyards of La Côte.

Its rolling landscape includes parklands and play-parks, farm animal enclosures and flower gardens, combined with fabulous views across Lake Geneva to Mont-Blanc.

Nyon - Morges

On the shore of Lake Geneva, Nyon is a Roman and medieval city that hosts events such as the Paléo Festival.

At the edge of Nyon, Switzerland’s biggest vineyard, La Côte, stretches along the lake shore.

Nestled between this wine area and the capital city of Lausanne, Morges and its castle live to the rhythm of flowers all year round, particularly during the Tulip Festival.

Yverdon-les-Bains

On the border between the cantons of Neuchâtel and Vaud, above Yverdon-les-Bains, Le Chasseron is perfectly placed to admire the mountain chains from Titlis down to La Salève.

The Hotel du Chasseron is an ideal spot to head for, surrounded by a wide variety of wildlife and with sweeping views.

Steamer Boat

Cruises on the Lake Geneva

The CGN’s (Lake Geneva Navigation Company) ships connect the different ports of Lake Geneva, either by rapid boats or Belle Epoque steamers.

They provide a pace of life to be savoured. Don't miss a ride on one of these ships!

Grand Hotel Suisse-Majestic****, Montreux

Located in the heart of Montreux just a few steps from the lake and station, this magnificent hotel from Belle Epoque times offers stunning views over Lake Geneva and the French Alps.

The restaurant was awarded of 12 GaultMillau points for its creative cuisine, whilst the trendy ‘45bis’ Lounge Bar offers live music and after-work parties in summer.

GoldenPass Line

From Montreux to Lucerne

Taking a trip on the GoldenPass Line is rather like taking a short vacation.

Leave the shore of Lake Geneva passenger can admire the vineyards, cross the glamorous Gstaad and travel to Interlaken and Lucerne along Lake Thun and the Giessbach Falls.

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View from Mt. Rigi (1,465m / 4,806ft)

Looking over the Lake Lucern Region

With the world famous city of Lucerne, and the idyllic lakeside villages of Weggis and Vitznau on the shores of Lake Lucerne, the sunny southern flank of Mt. Rigi offers a variety of holiday experiences.

Känzeli, from where the panorama was taken, is one of the most popular lookouts on Mt. Rigi, because it's easy to get to and rewards visitors with a fantastic view.

From the lookout platform you'll be able to see the impressive Alpine ranges, the rivers flowing into Lake Lucerne and the entire region surrounding Lucerne through to the Swiss plateau.

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Lake Lucerne

• Chapel Bridge

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Hammetschwand Lift

Bürgenstock

When the Hammetschwand lift at the Bürgenberg opened in 1905 it created an absolute sensation. Its attractiveness is enhanced by the spectacular path along the vertical rock face.

The new lift is still holding the number one position as Europe's highest outdoor lift.

Lake Lucerne (434 m above sea level) is fascinating due to its picturesque landscape and historical sites.

20 boats, 5 of which are nostalgic paddle-steamers, enable you to take round trips and offer endless possibilities for excursions which can also be combined with mountain railways along the lake.

The Lucerne Riviera

This holiday region has made a name for itself as one of the best addresses for wellness.

It is in fact, an official 'Wellness Destination', with no fewer than six leading hotels offering superb spa facilities and amenities for restoring the harmony of mind and body.

Glasi Hergiswil

The “Glasi” is Switzerland’s oldest glassworks and offers tours explaining its history. Visitors are guided through a fascinating cabinet of illusions to experience, as in a time machine, the highs and lows of the glassworks’ 190-year history.

Discover, interact with and experience glass in all its facets.

Sightseeing

There are many interesting sights to see in Lucerne.

The Chapel Bridge with the Water Tower is the landmark of Lucerne and the most photographed monument in Switzerland.

Festival City Lucerne

As a city of festivals, Lucerne offers a year-round programme of music and culture that's both rich and unique: classical music, brass bands, blues, jazz, fine food, comics/fumetti and theatre, not to mention Lucerne's famous carnival.

The city's passion for music enjoys a long tradition.

Mount Stanserhorn

When you arrive at the Kälti station, you transfer to the world's first aerial cable car, the CabriO.

The double-decker cable car, complete with an open upper deck, takes you to the top of Stanserhorn from where you can see a spectacular vista looking out over 100 km of alpine range, 10 Swiss lakes and an alpine-flower reserve.

Swiss Museum of Transport

The Swiss Museum of Transport is one of the most diverse museums for transportation and communication in Europe. Here you can see more than 3,000 items are exhibited in a 40,000 square meter exhibition space.

City of Lucerne

The City. The Lake. The Mountains

Centuries-old sights such as the Chapel Bridge, the Musegg Wall, the Lion Monument and the historic Old City form the exciting contrast to contemporary Lucerne; the KKL Luzern, the abundance of restaurants and an attractive range of shopping.

The Festival City of Lucerne delights throughout the year, with blues, jazz, rock, comics or the splendidly colourful Carnival, whilst the Lucerne Festival has a top class program of classical events with world-famous artists.

The Rosengart Collection, the natural monuments in the Glacier Garden and the Swiss Museum of Transport are among our museum highlights. Immerse yourself in this city, stroll along the docks and get to know the legendary charm of Lucerne on one of our guided tours of the city.

Enhanced travel possibilities

The Tell-Pass is the easiest way to discover Lucerne and the Lake Lucerne region. Enjoy two to ten days unlimited travel by train, boat, buses and loads of mountain railroads and cable cars.

Additionally, receive great reductions at museums, spas and other attractions that are included in the Tell-Pass. Two days upward cost from 170 CHF.

The Magic of snow all year round

The TITLIS Rotair, the world’s first rotating cable car takes you to the top of Central Switzerland at 10,000 feet. The Ice Flyer chairlift gives you spectacular views into the icy depths of the glacier and the TITLIS Cliff Walk is Europe’s highest located suspension bridge.

Welcome to the summer and winter holiday paradise at 1,050 meters above sea level. This friendly village is characterised by a wonderful unspoiled countryside and an impressive mountain backdrop.

An extensive cable car system takes you in all directions to suit all tastes await you.

Steam train experience

Mount Rigi, since 1871!

Europe's first mountain railway is still carrying passengers up from Vitznau to Mt. Rigi every Sunday in July and August and also on the 1st August, Swiss National day.

Some of the carriages from those early years have been lovingly restored and are still in use today. Pulled by a steam engine, making a trip up to the "Queen of the Mountains" in the vintage carriages is an exclusive, nostalgic adventure.

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Mount Rigi, authentic Switzerland

Do you want to be part of a spectacular and authentic event on Mount Rigi? Then visit the Mount Rigi wrestling and Alpine festival.

Become a supporter of Switzerland’s most popular sport and enjoy the superb views to the Swiss alps, to Lake Lucerne region and spend a unforgettable day on the queen of the mountains surrounded by living traditions.

Mount Pilatus

2,132 possibilities above sea level

With its wide range leisure activities, PILATUS-BAHNEN AG offers “2,132 possibilities above sea level”.

Two cable cars, two hotels, 7 restaurants, the steepest cogwheel railway in the world, the largest suspension rope park in Central Switzerland and the Switzerland’s longest summer toboggan run promise exciting excursions.

For the business visitor there are exceptional seminar and banquet facilities. Following the complete renovation of the mountain hotel and catering infrastructure in 2009 and 2011, PILATUS-BAHNEN AG is investing 17 million Swiss francs in a new aerial cableway (Fräkmüntegg – Pilatus Kulm). A mountain experience guaranteed to get the adrenalin pumping.

Wilhelm Tell Express

From Lucerne to Ticino

What it lacks in speed, this ‘express’ route makes up for with the most varied travel experience imaginable.

After boarding a historic steamer at Lucerne’s quayside, you will glide past ancient Swiss sites such as the Rütli Meadow, Schiller Stone and Tell’s Chapel.

At Flüelen, you change to a panorama car for the rail journey to Canton Ticino. The train winds its way from 470 to 1100 metres altitude, disappearing into the 15-kilometre Gotthard Tunnel (which dates from the 19th century and took 10 years to build at a cost of some 200 lives). The train re-emerges on the sun-kissed southern side of the Alps.

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Grindelwald, Switzerland Virtual Walking Tour

Take in the views and sites of Grindelwald, Switzerland that make it one of the best places to stay in the Jungfrau Region of Switzerland. The views are kind of mind bending.

The virtual Walking Tour:

Hiking Switzerland Grindelwald – Virtual Walk Walking Treadmill Video

Today we take a virtual walking tour along the streets of famous Grindelwald, Switzerland. The small city lies just over the mountain from Lauterbrunnen and up the valley from Interlaken in the Jungfrau region of the Bernese Oberland. Grindelwald, Switzerland has become a major tourist destination in the Swiss alps and is one of the best places to travel in my opinion. Switzerland hiking is some of the best and most easily accessible but you can easily find other things to do in Grindelwald. And if you don’t want to take on steep mountain trails, Grindelwald has some very nice paved walking paths down to the river and back.

If you plan to travel here, it’s all very easy and straightforward. Also, our kids loved the playground and you can take the bergbahn to First or up to Pfingstegg . You can rent bikes and scooters and go paragliding as well.

The area has numerous hiking trails. You will see lots of tourist shops and restaurants and lots of hotels and vacation rentals in Grindelwald. We walk from the train station down around the hill and then up a ways, past the gondola station that leads up to First and back to the train station. The views of the mountains are stunning.

Grindelwald, Switzerland dates back to at least the 12th century. While the current population is a mere 3800 or so, it can feel crowded.

Grindelwald gets very busy in the summer with tourist traffic. Because of its picturesque views and easy access, it attracts people from all over the world. It has a very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We could have spent a week there easily. I’d love to have rented the carts or bikes and ridden down from First or to have explored the canyon below Pfingsstegg. I hope you enjoy this tour and exploration of Grindelwald. Thanks for joining us and keep on steppin’. -Henry

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St.Moritz, Swiss Alps, Virtual Tour

St. Moritz is one of the most respectable ski resorts in the Swiss Alps. In the brochures of tourist operators, St. Moritz is described as a place of "leisure for the demanding clients". This resort has managed to astonish me more than once. However, it is not because of the restaurants located among the ski tracks, where visitors are served black caviar in ski boots and truffles, it is not because of the orchestra with live musicians, and it is lastly not because of the "light, healing, and sparkling champagne air". 

I was first surprised by a story told by my friends, who had come back from St. Moritz. According to them and as well as statistics, this blissful place has 360 sunny days a year, which is extremely important for skiers. So, my friends stayed at St. Moritz for a week and were "lucky" to get those five cloudy days. On the other hand, the sixth day, as expected, was sunny. :)

The next time I was surprised was when I was visiting St. Moritz myself. I stopped at a small local store to see if I could find a sweater for myself. I picked a nice one off the shelf, automatically checked the price tag and was completely shocked. It immediately reminded me of an old joke about a visitor carefully studying a menu in a restaurant and then asking the waiter; "Are these prices or phone numbers?" :)

The sweater that had caught my eye had a price tag of 6,000 Euros (about 8,000 US dollars). Apparently, my face expressed such surprise that the elderly and very polite owner of the store told me that the sweaters on the other shelf were cheaper. I approached that shelf and checked the price: indeed, they were cheaper — only 4,000 Euros.

So I decided to forego purchasing clothing for now, and I instead called the AirGrisha Company and hired a helicopter for three hours — all for the price of one sweater. During that flight I created 40 panoramas, 9 of which are shown on this website.

Now, here is some information about St. Moritz.

Swiss St. Moritz is rightfully considered the "King" of the Alpine ski resorts. "Aristocratic", "cosmopolitan", and "respectable" all describe St. Moritz, a favorite place of leisure for the representatives of royal dynasties, multi-millionaires, politicians, and show business stars.

St. Moritz is located 1,856 meters above sea level on the shores of the lake bearing the same name, in the Engadin region in Graubünden Canton. Today the settlement itself counts 5,600 residents; at the peak of the season you can add about 3,000 service personnel, as well as thousands of tourists. This place has perfect conditions for downhill ski training: the 36 "black" tracks and 136 "red" tracks provide many possibilities for snowboarders, beginner cross country skiers, and skaters. The total length of the regional downhill ski tracks is 350 km, and the length of the cross country tracks is 150 km.

St. Moritz is considered to be the "brightest" resort of Switzerland; there are 322 sunny days a year. This explains why there is no shortage of tourists, even after the ski season is over (in the summer, late spring, and the early fall). During the warm seasons, tourists enjoy water cruisers, nice walks, bike rides, thermal water, stunning landscapes, and the elite ambience of the resort.

You can ride the air tram directly from St. Moritz to Corviglia station at a height of 2,486 meters, while taking in the dizzying view of Piz Noir (3,057 meters above the sea level). Experienced skiers value this steep track for its ultimate challenge. 

Several luxurious ski resorts adjoin Corviglia station, including Piz Corvatsch (3,451 meter above the sea level). This is one of the most stunning places to ski. The track runs along the glacier.

Piz Bernina is raised 4,048 meters above sea level, which makes it the highest point of the Eastern Alps. The "Mark and Rosa" cabin, which is a key rest point for climbers, is located here at a height of 3,600 meters. Usually, climbers go down to the cabin at the end of their route. Despite its shabby exterior, the cabins are equipped for a very civilized break. The service personnel are constantly on duty, and everybody is always welcome to stay. If all comfortable places are taken, you will still be able to stay in an unheated shed on a very basic bed.

Bregaglia Valley, a wonderful Alpine valley, is located southwest of Graubünden Canton. Nowadays, its lower region belongs to Italy; while in the upper Swiss region, you can find the artificial Lake Albigna, created in 1959 to supply hydroelectric power plants. Passing by, one can see the wall of the dam unexpectedly appearing among the snow-covered mountains, and then the same idyllic landscapes of Switzerland with their dollhouses, and, lastly, the majestic mountain massifs.

In our panoramas you will also see two alpine lakes (Silvaplauna and Silsersee) with surrounding villages. Because of the steady winds blowing from Maloja Pass, Silvaplauna Lake is popular among windsurfers, yachtsmen, and kite lovers. At the end of the 19 th century, a famous German philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche, lived in one of the local villages for 7 years. He took walks on the Silvaplauna Lake so frequently and enjoyed the heavenly beauty of the landscape so much that a memorable plaque was installed in his honor.

In the Engadin Valley, 5 kilometers from St. Moritz, at a height of 1,797 meters above the sea level, there is a small airport called Samedan (with only one landing strip). It is the most elevated European airport. The airport used to have a regular schedule with regular flights. Unfortunately, all flights were canceled due to numerous plane crashes. However, you can catch a flight into Samedan on a private jet. The local air is very thin, especially during summertime. This is why less powerful light helicopters, which usually fly here from the valley, have a hard time taking off and flying back home. And if a helicopter has heavy cargo and a full tank of fuel, it cannot take off vertically, (like helicopters typically do) but instead has to take off in an aircraft manner, driving along the runway, gradually increasing the speed to achieve acceleration, and then gaining altitude.

The fact is that the cargo weight, which would cause no problems at the usual altitude in the valley, becomes excessive in the thin air, and a helicopter engine does not have sufficient capacity to take off vertically.

Photo and text by Oleg Gaponyuk

12 October 2010

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Great work! But a lot of mountain labels are wrong. For example, in the Bernina's panorama, Piz Corvatsch is Pizzo Scalino; Piz Alv is Piz Roseg. Best regards from Italy!

Stefano Caldera, Italy

Dear Stefano, thanks a lot for your recommendations! We agree with you and would like to make changes. Can you, please, mark your notes on each pano? And soon these changes will appear on our web-site.

Varvara, AirPano

really awsme thing on web, Love to see these view.. even in our real life it wouldnt be possible to see such an amazing things ... Kudos!!!!!!!

Imran Ali, India

Very good video pictures

Ju&#345;í Kopecký, Czech Republic

ABSOLUTELY DELIGHTFUL, NEVER, EVER BELIEVED THIS WOULD BE AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET...KUDOS!

C. LADD, USA

Computer technology at its best. Fantastic!

DikDik Pellek

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chen guozhang, China

It's wonderful.

tuss arnan, Thailand

Vsechny prezentace jsou krasne. Velmi dekuji.

Vera Jelinkova, Czech Republic

faranak gh, Iran

tu eres el mensajero del TODOPODEROSO, CREADOR DEL UNIVERSO!Te felicito, por ensenarnos y apreciar las Maravillas que ha creado, dichosos los ojos que pueden ver. gracias

Jeannette Kehela, USA

Enorme belleza, gracias por compartirla. Cordiales saludos

Victoria Luisa Cattelani, Argentina

wow!It is awesome.I like it very much

venaganti manikanta, India

incrivel,muito bonito da vontade de estar la,é uma festa para os olhos.

LUIZ CLAUDIO PAULUCCI, Brazil

MUCHAS GRACIAS POR DEJARNOS VER PAISAJES TAN ABSOLUTAMENTE MARAVILLOSOS, NO HAY PALABRAS, GRACIAS DE TODO CORAZON HOY Y SIEMPRE, FABULOSOS UNICOS

CARLOS ALBERTO VANEGAS UPEGUI, Colombia

Le agradecemos, Carlos, por sus palabras cordiales.

tremendous !!! congretulate for for this workJ.neytcheff

josette. neytcheff, France

magique !merci pour cette parenthése

elisabeth chatel, France

It is the art of technology and technology of art ... It's really wonderful

Federico A. LOPEZ UGARTE, Bolivia

Luiz Carlos Guedes Freire de Souza, Brazil

LA MARAVILLOSA CREACIÓN DEL GRAN ARQUITECTO DEL UNIVERSO

VÍCTOR CAMPANA, Peru

Very good video pictures .

Jacques . Locker ., Netherlands

Verry good video .

Jacques Locker, Netherlands

美妙绝伦。

dinghua tang, China

I have been working with Credit Suisse more than 23 years and have traveled to Switzerland more that 20 times. I have seen all the routes to Alp and specifically have been in St. Moritz. I have seen the hotel which used to belong to Shah of Iran. You have done an excellent job, it is so beautiful. Congratulations.

Sousan Zarrabi, Iran

Gracias por estas imágenes tan bellas todo es tan espectacular y que buen trabajo felicidades...

MarcoAntonio Carmona Sampedro, Mexico

Fifty years ago I often skied on the Corvatsch slopes of St.Moritz (Switzerland being my native country) and this gorgeous panorama is a great souvenir for an old man. Thank you.

Erich Heer, USA

We are pleased with your attention, Erich. Thank you for the comment!

Díky za skvělou prezentaci krás naší planety.Kéž zůstane stejná i pro další generace

Antonie Hůrková, Czech Republic

Breastakingly beautiful.Thanks.

FRANCIS PERENCSIK, Canada

SENCILLAMENTE EXCELENTE

DULCE RODRIGUEZ

Very beautiful country!

Christiane Brickler, Luxembourg

It is very NICE, WONDERFULL and BEAUTIFULL you have done very good work. GOD bless you.

SAEED ARABO, Iraq

It gives us pleasure to receive your kind comment.

qiang guo, China

Absolutely phantastic !!!

Monique Schmid, Switzerland

wonderfull, excellant view, God is great;;;;;

Syed Ali, India

Thousand thank you !!! It's perfect!! including explanations of places magically captured! You represent the great humans images of our Creator in your work!

Rachel Samra, France

We are glad you enjoyed our work. Our efforts are not in vain. Good luck!

Wonderful !!!! Thank you .

Marilú Costa, Brazil

çok süper manyakça benim yapmak istediğimi yapmışlar :(

Mine AKGÜNDÜZ, Turkey

Majestic! Love the Global comments, esp Czech! Always a thrill to see it written. I hope there is a Prague &/or Karlovy Vary Panorama. I would have rated it 5 * but cant figure out how to change the music when I change the link?

Lynn Chaloupka, USA

Ana Paula Figueiredo, Portugal

A právě tam máme už sbaleno s Emilkem Juřicou. Fantazie! Yrk.

Vladislav Jiřík, Czech Republic

Congratulation, your jobs are perfect and wonderfull

sorena Rahmati, Iran

O adevarata arta ceva ce nu se poate exprima in cuvinte.Maretzia acestor peisaje arata ceva din maretzia lui Dumnezeu,acel ce a creat cerurile si pamantul si cuvintele oricat de mestesugite nu pot exprima maretzia.

Tiberiu POPA, USA

Let iznad Alpa je prelep san;poput ptičjeg,a iznad nedostižnih visina , uz muziku,koja dočarava kristalno čist vazduh...sjajno!

Lila Milosavljević

tintaru ana, Romania

congratulate and thanks to these scientific and very artistics works!! very interesting ...

mohamad tavassoli, Iran

congratulate you on such a beautiful panorama.I Love it. God bless you all.

Joginder Rajpal, India

Super, ani som netušil, že vrchol na ktorom som bol uvidím z takéhoto pohľadu....

Jozef Kvasnica, Slovakia

hossein mohammadian, Iran

tanks very goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood

mohamad fathi, Iran

perfect Ill send them to my contacts

asghar zamani moghadam, Iran

Nádhera, nemám slov.

igor vanko, Czech Republic

Very beautiful

siamak afshar

how to save this file

amin kalantar

zvika-tvi bendror

i`loved very much - thats a very beautiful & i send thats to all my list friends -thank you albert amelard

albert amelard

The panorama of St.Moritz is breathtakingly beautiful. Thank you!

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Tour de Romandie 2024: live stream cycling online

L ast year's winner Adam Yates and third-placed Damiano Caruso both return to this six day-stage race in Romandie, the French speaking area of west Switzerland to battle again in the region's beautiful mountain scenery.

Read on and we'll show you how to watch the Tour de Romandie 2024 live streams from anywhere with a VPN , and potentially for FREE .

Starting with a minuscule 2.3km prologue in the town of Payerne, the 77th Tour de Romandie will cover a total of 657km and pack in over 11,000m of climbing with a time trial on stage three and summit finishes on both stages two and four at Les Marécottes and Leysin.

Favourite to repeat his victory of last year will be Adam Yates (UAE Team Emirates) who will be backed up by a strong team including Pavel Sivakov, Felix Großschartner and Juan Ayuso. Leading the challenge will be the ever improving Egan Bernal (INEOS Grenadiers) winner of the recent Giro d’Abruzzo Alexey Lutsenko (Astana Qazaqstan Team) and young French star Lenny Martinez (Groupama - FDJ).

The course isn’t just for the climbers though as with a prologue and a mid-race time trial many TT specialists are on the start sheet too including Josh Tarling and Ethan Hayter from (INEOS Grenadiers) and Rémi Cavagna (Movistar Team).

Read on for where to watch the Tour de Romandie 2024 cycling action live, wherever you are in the world.

FREE Tour de Romandie 2024 live streams

If you live in Switzerland then you can look forward to a FREE Tour de Romandie live stream in 2024. 

Switzerland's SRF is set to serve up a free stream of this six-stage stage race.

But what if you're based in Switzerland but aren't at home to catch that free Tour de Romandie coverage? Maybe you're on holiday and don't want to spend money on pay TV in another country, when you'd usually be able to watch for free at home?

Don't worry — you can watch via a VPN instead. We'll show you how to do that below.

Tour de Romandie 2024 live streams around the world

Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the cycling on your usual subscription?

You can still watch the Tour de Romandie 2024 live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN . It's the best on the market:

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Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice . As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to view a Swiss service, you'd select Switzerland from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to SRF or another streaming service and watch the action.

How to watch 2024 Tour de Romandie live streams in the U.S.

Cycling fans in the U.S. can watch the 2024 Tour de Romandie on  FloBikes . A subscription will set you back US$149.99 for the year or US$29.99 on a monthly basis.

And if you're currently out of the U.S. but still want to watch the race, then don't forget to explore  NordVPN  set out above.

How to watch Tour de Romandie 2024 live streams in the U.K.

Live coverage of the 2024 Tour de Romandie will be broadcast on Eurosport and Discovery+.

A 'standard' subscription to Discovery+ which includes Eurosport's cycling coverage will set you back £6.99 per month or £59.99 per year. The package includes year-round cycling streams as well as other live sports including snooker, tennis, motorsports, the Paris Olympic Games, and more.

A premium subscription, which includes all that plus TNT Sports (Premier League, Champions League and Europa League football plus rugby, wrestling, UFC, and MotoGP) costs an additional £29.99 per month.

If you're currently traveling overseas, don't worry, as you can use NordVPN to watch from abroad.

How to watch Tour de Romandie live streams in Canada

Cycling fans in the Canada can watch the 2024 Tour de Romandie on  FloBikes . A subscription will set you back CAN$150 for the year or CAN$29.99 on a monthly basis.

Not at home right now? Use NordVPN or another VPN service to trick your device into thinking you're still in Canada.

Tour de Romandie 2024 stages

The race starts with a very short 2.3km prologue which will be contested by the overall favorites, keen to install a pecking order early on, and the short TT specialists looking for a chance to gain a leaders jersey in a big stage race. 

Stage one follows the next day and it’s a lumpy 165.7km from Château d’Oex to Fribourg which will likely end in a sprint finish, although there are very view big name sprinters on the start sheet.

Stage two is where the GC action will really kick off with two huge mountains and a summit finish at Salvan/Les Marécottes. This 10km final ascent, averaging 7.3%, has slopes maxing out at 14% so will be a proper test for the climbers.

Those same climbers will the next day have to take on the 15.5km continuously undulating time trial around Oron and utilise another skill needed to win a stage race.

Stage four from Saillon to Leysin is 151.7km and takes the riders into higher territory with five classified climbs including the 10km summit finish at the end.

After this the GC battle should be stitched up with just the laps around Vernier to contend with on the final stage which will likely end in a sprint.

Prologue | Tuesday April 23, | Payerne - Payerne. 2.3km

Stage 1 | Wednesday April 24, Château d’Oex - Fribourg. 165.7km

Stage 2 | Thursday April 25, Fribourg - Salvan/Les Marécottes. 171km

Stage 3 | Friday April 26, Oron - Oron. 15.5km

Stage 4 | Saturday April 27, Sailion - Leysin. 151.7km

Stage 5 | Sunday April 28, Vernier - Vernier. 150.8km

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