I gasped for air at the top of the pass, as the serene Lake Geneva shimmered far below. A couple of cows turned their heads lazily to see what all the fuss was about, then quickly returned to their ...

Oeschinensee offers one of the most scenic trails in the Swiss Alps. This UNESCO World Heritage site is surrounded by alpine flowers, majestic wildlife, and breathtaking views, perfect for hiking ...

Mountain running in Switzerland: Bettmeralp alongside the Aletsch Glacier, Lauterbrunnen to Grindelwald and Monte Zucchero. Three magnificent trail running routes in the Swiss Alps taken from the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It's 9:30 a.m., and my stomach is already growling as I hike along a narrow ridge in the Swiss Alps. To my left, clusters of wild ...

Almost all trail runs in Switzerland take place within a short window of time from late May to early October. During the ...

In much of the world, backpacking means a a rugged pair of boots, a heavy pack slung over the shoulders, a sleeping pad on the ground, and freeze-dried food. But in the Swiss Alps, backpacking can be ...

The Swiss Alps are covered in a wintry snow for much of the year, but for clear trails and the best weather, Rick Steves suggests visiting during these months.

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Grindelwald is one of the most scenic villages in Switzerland, surrounded by towering alpine peaks, green valleys, peaceful trails ...

A few years ago, I crossed an unseen boundary and entered the land of middle age. The shift came slowly, then abruptly, and there I was, at 48, the new guy in a place whose inhabitants talked about ...