Experience the Swiss summer with these insider tips

Steinboecke, Gueggisgrat © Lorenz A. Fischer

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Intro

The Swiss summer is uniquely beautiful and the variety of activities incredibly large. These can also be places and experiences that are away from the big attractions. And thus offer inspiration to discover Switzerland in a whole new way. 

Summer stories

From mountain village to biking paradise.

Bellwald has a vision: the picturesque Valais mountain village is aiming to become one of Switzerland’s most popular mountain biking spots. Romeo Volken and Kilian Hischier, owners of the Rodeo Bike bike shop, are actively involved in its development. They talk to us here about their passion, the 2025 World Championships and why cycling is a form of therapy.

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Parc Ela Trek

If you are looking for seclusion, breathtaking landscapes and challenging stages, you will find it in Graubünden on the new Parc Ela Trek long-distance hiking trail. In 17 daily stages, the Parc Ela Trek leads over Alpine passes around Parc Ela, the largest nature park in Switzerland. Most of the nights are spent in the middle of nature in simple accommodation at 2,000m.

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The Valley of the Sun

In northern Ticino, between Biasca and the Lukmanier Pass, lies a hidden gem: The Blenio Valley, also known as the Valley of the Sun. A new world opens up here, far from the well-known cities of Ticino. Rugged mountain landscape meets Mediterranean flair. This is a particularly harmonious blend best discovered on the Trekking del Sole tour. This multi-day tour combines the most beautiful hiking trails of the valley.

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