Cervin - Wandfluehorn - Canton du Valais par Jamesreed Photos Via Flickr : Depuis Riffelalp (2222m)

last hiking day along the Mark Twain Weg up to The Gornergrat 3,089m with the view of the Matterhorn the whole time. . . . #zermatt, #zermattswitzerland, #beautifulzermatt, #hikinginzermatt, #riffelalp, #riffelberg, #hikingseasonisback, #hikinginswitzerland, #marktwain, #marktwainweg, #gornergletscher, #monterosa, #mountainlife, #mountainfeeling, #perfecthikingweather, #beautifulswitzerland, #helloitaly (hier: Mark Twain Weg) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfvmTV4KpbZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[ad_1] With snow-capped peaks and plenty of adventure, Zermatt is an alpine paradise set in mesmerizing landscapes. Experience all sides of this mountain playground with our guide to the best things to do in Zermatt. LAST UPDATE: 19 Oct 2023 Anywhere We Roam is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support – Paul & Mark. Zermatt, Switzerland is a picturesque village located at the foot of the Matterhorn, one of the most iconic mountains in the world. The village itself is charming, but the real attractions are the outdoor activities. Zermatt has some of the best hiking in Switzerland. Scenic cable car rides whisk you to dramatic alpine landscapes. Pristine lakes and rivers reflect the Matterhorn’s beautiful pyramidal shape. After several visits, we’ve collected our favourite things to do in Zermatt. We’ve also included practical information to make your visit smoother. 1 – MATTERHORN VIEWPOINTS While the mighty Matterhorn is Zermatt’s crowning feature, the town is set in a valley which curves away from the mountain. So, not every street in the car-free village has a winning view of the Matterhorn. Some of the best Matterhorn views are on the slopes above the town. They can only be reached by hikes, funiculars, or cable cars. OUR FAVOURITE VIEWPOINTS OF THE MATTERHORN Mürini Hill – the best view of the Matterhorn from Zermatt is on this hill in the Le Petit Village area on the northeastern edge of town. Riffelsee – This lake provides the perfect reflection shot of the Matterhorn. Höbahlmen Meadows – These high alpine meadows with incredible views of the imposing north face can only be reached on a challenging hike. Klein Matterhorn – See the Matterhorn and other 4,000m peaks from the 3,883m high Glacier Mountain Paradise viewing platform. Stellisee – A short walk from Blauherd Cable Car Station this lake has another great reflection shot. Trockener Steg – The terrace outside the Trockener Steg cable car station has the most triangular view of the Matterhorn. MATTERHORN FROM HÖBAHLMEN MEADOWS 2 – GORNERGRAT RAILWAY The train ride from Zermatt to Gornergrat is one of the best things to do in Zermatt. Travelling to a height of 3,100 metres, the cogwheel train winds its way up the track from Zermatt. It has almost constant views of the Matterhorn best seen by sitting on the right-hand side of the train. From the Gornergrat Station the views are sensational. Count the twenty-nine 4,000-metre peaks and several glaciers. There are 5 stops on the train (including Gornergrat Station). You can get off at any of them, then back on to finish your journey. However, each section can only be travelled once. STATIONS ON THE GORNERGRAT TRAIN Findelbach (1,774m) – There are some easy walks through the Larch Forest but it’s not important to stop here. Riffelalp (2211m) – The starting point for several hikes, plus the luxurious Riffelalp Resort. Riffelberg (2,582m) – Home to Zermatt’s oldest mountain hotel, Riffelhaus. Rotenboden (2,815m) – Closest station to Riffelsee hike. Gornergrat (3,089m) – Incredible views in summer and the heart of the Zermatt skiing area in winter. 3 – RIFFELSEE LAKE The protected Riffelsee Lake is usually still, making it perfect for photographing the Matterhorn reflecting on its surface. The alpine landscapes at this altitude, (2,582m) are barren yet beautiful. From Rotenboden Station – Riffelsee is a 5-minute walk from the Rotenboden Station on the Gornergrat Line. From Gornergrat Station – The hike from Gornergrat to Riffelsee is one of the best things to do in Zermatt. The 4.8-kilometre trail is mostly downhill and takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. You can find all the details on our best hikes in Zermatt article. RIFFELSEE 4 – MATTERHORN GLACIER PARADISE (KLEIN MATTERHORN) The Klein Matterhorn is a 3,883m peak overlooking Zermatt. On its summit

is the highest cable car station in Europe which connects you to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise viewing platform. This is a year-round destination and views are staggering. As well as the Matterhorn, witness 38 four-thousand-metre peaks and 14 glaciers. It is an unmissable experience in Zermatt. WHAT TO DO AT KLEIN MATTERHORN Absorb breath-taking vistas from the Panoramic Viewing platform. See sparkling crystals and ice sculptures in the Glacier Palace. Get a guide and climb the 4,164-metre-high Breithorn Mountain. Catch the film about the cable car construction in the cinema lounge. Go skiing at Zermatt Ski Park. HOW TO GET THERE From Zermatt, take the cable car to Furi, then Schwarzsee, Trockener Steg and finally Klein Matterhorn. This forms the Swiss section of the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing which goes all the way to Italy. MATTERHORN GLACIER PARADISE 5 – BREITHORN It’s rare to be able to walk to the top of a 4,000-metre mountain with so little effort. Breithorn is the perfect way for first-timers to get an idea of what it is like to trek in high Alpine ice. The trail begins at Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise cable car station). It ascends just over 400 metres to the glaciated summit. The views all along the way are sensational, including the Matterhorn and the peaks of Castor and Lyskamm. The return journey takes just over three hours. Although it’s only a little over three miles, the altitude and snow make it harder going than a regular hike of the same distance. You’ll need a guide, as the route changes regularly. Book a Breithorn guided tour and have a once-in-a-lifetime experience. BREITHORN 6 – GO SKIING ALL YEAR Zermatt is home to the highest and largest summer ski resort in Europe with an excellent piste system, all set against the backdrop of the mighty Matterhorn. But it’s not just for winter, you can ski in summer too. The Zermatt Snow Park has year-round skiing on the Theodul Glacier. Over a length of 1,200 metres, you can try one of the 6 courses with freestyle setups and obstacles on natural snow. There are courses for beginners and pros. Access is via the Plateau Rose ski lift from the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. The summer season runs from July to mid-October. The winter season is from October to mid-May. 7 – MATTERHORN GLACIER TRAIL This hike, high up above Zermatt, explores a world between rock and ice. Leaving from Trockener Steg cable car station it heads across a rocky wilderness left behind by a retreating glacier. The glacier forms an imposing wall of ice on your left. To your right are views over Zermatt and the mountains that surround you. In front is the Matterhorn, seen from its most perfect triangular side. The walk ends at Schwarzsee where the picturesque Marie chapel sits on the shores of the lake. It’s rare to find such an easy yet exciting hike so high up in the mountains. ROUTE DETAILS // MATTERHORN GLACIER TRAIL Distance – 6.6 kilometres (4.1 miles) | Time – 2 hours and 30 minutes | Elevation – 170m (560 ft) ascent and 515m (1,690 ft) descent | Difficulty – Easy to Moderate | Start – Trockener Steg | End – Schwarzsee | Map – See our best hikes in Zermatt guide. MATTERHORN GLACIER TRAIL 8 – SCHWARZSEE Schwarzsee is the closest cable car station to the Matterhorn with excellent views of the north and east faces. The landscape is beginning to get bleak and barren, and the hut is a great spot for a warm coffee and grand views. Climbers who reach the summit of the Matterhorn, visit the Marie Chapel on the shores of Schwarzsee to give thanks for making it back in one piece. You can stroll down to the chapel, but the Matterhorn isn’t visible from this point. SCHWARZSEE 9 – HIKE TO HORNLIHUTTE This out-and-back hike is one of our favourite things to do in Zermatt. The destination is Hörnli Hut, base camp for the Matterhorn summit climb. The trail begins at Schwarzsee and works its way up a series of ridges to the hut.

There are a few metal staircases and a very short narrow section where a head for heights is useful. Otherwise, there is nothing technically difficult.   The 700 metres of ascent and descent requires a reasonable level of fitness, but the hut is well positioned for a midway break. The views are sensational, but the real thrill is the sheer sense of adventure in a rugged and wild Alpine scene. At the hut, keep an eye out for climbers preparing to summit the next day and bring some binoculars. There may be a few climbers still on the impossibly narrow-looking ridge to the top. ROUTE DETAILS // HÖRNLIHÜTTE Distance – 8.6 kilometres (5.3 miles) | Time – 4 hours | Elevation – 695m (2,280 ft) ascent and descent | Difficulty – Moderate to Challenging | Start – Schwarzsee | End – Schwarzsee | Map – See our best hikes in Zermatt guide. 10 – FURI SUSPENSION BRIDGE (HÄNGEBRÜCKE) Furi is the first stop on the Matterhorn Alpine Crossing from Zermatt to Italy. It’s in a lovely position, set amongst the trees and meadows. Cattle graze beside charming wooden barns. There are several atmospheric restaurants overlooking the meadows. The highlight is the nearby 100-metre-long suspension bridge that hangs 90 metres above the Gornerschlucht Gorge. To get to the bridge, take the 2.9-kilometre circular hike from Furi. 11 – GORNER GORGE & BLATTEN The Gorner Gorge is a river gorge, cut through the cliff walls by the Gornervispe River. A series of elevated wooden walkways through the gorge provide a very accessible way to experience Gorner Gorge. It’s a great thing to do on a cloudy day when the mountains are obscured and you’re looking for an easy activity. The gorge is a 25-minute walk from the main train station in Zermatt, just past the Forest Fun Park. From Blatten // You can also get to the Gorner Gorge by following the scenic trail from Furi to Zermatt. This mostly downhill trail is 3.6 kilometres long. Access to the gorge is from the village of Blatten which has a traditional alpine restaurant that you shouldn’t miss. BLATTEN 12 – EDELWEISS TRAIL One of the best views of the Matterhorn is from Höhbalmen Meadows. The only way to get there is on the Edelweiss trail – one of the best hikes in Switzerland. It starts from Zermatt Village and climbs up to Edelweiss Hut. After the hut, there’s a strenuous climb (with little relief) to Trift Guesthouse. This makes a great place to stop with two-thirds of the ascent out of the way. They also do an excellent iced tea. From here the path continues to rise, contouring a grassy slope. Suddenly the Matterhorn appears ahead, stretching above Höhbalmen Meadow. From here, the trail descends gradually with the Matterhorn in front of you all the way, before descending to Zmutt and then on to Zermatt. This hike is not to be underestimated. It’s over 20 kilometres and takes about 7 hours with 1,200m of ascent and descent. All the details are on our favourite hikes in Zermatt article. ROUTE DETAILS // EDELWEISS TRAIL Distance – 20.7 kilometres (12.85 miles) | Time – 7 hours and 30 minutes | Elevation – 1,200m (3,940 ft) ascent and descent | Difficulty – Challenging | Start & End – Zermatt | Map – See our best hikes in Zermatt guide. 13 – ROTHORN & THE GOURMET TRAIL The funicular and cable car up to Rothorn includes several of the best things to do in Zermatt on the one excursion. SUNNEGGA (2,288M) The first stop is Sunnegga at 2,288 metres. To get here, take the funicular from Valley Station in Zermatt (a 10-minute walk from the main train station). Sunnegga provides excellent views of the Matterhorn with minimal effort. It’s also a great place for families. In summer, take a dip in Leisee Lake or unleash the kids on the playground. In winter, there’s skiing and snowboarding. STELLISEE (2,537M)  Stellisee is another of Zermatt’s famous lakes with excellent reflection shots of the Matterhorn. It definitely earns its nickname as “mirror lake.” Take the cable car from Sunnegga to Blauherd. From here, it’s a 20-minute walk to the lake.

Stellisee is one of the best locations to watch sunrise around Zermatt. Check the cable car times before you set off. After Stellisee, either walk back to Blauherd or follow the Five Lakes walk down to Sunnegga. ROTHORN (3,103M) From Rothorn you can see the highest peaks in the Valais Alps. It also has one of the best views of the Matterhorn. In winter it has direct access to the ski pistes, in summer, it’s a popular place for paragliding. If you only do one hike in the area make it the Crystal Trail which winds its way to Fluhalp Hut, has views over the Findel Glacier, and then passes Stellisee on the way to Blauherd cable car station. GOURMET TRAIL Another highlight on the Sunnegga-Rothorn Cable Car line is the Gourmet Trail. This 9-kilometre hike starts from Sunnegga and finishes in Zermatt. Along the way, the trail passes several excellent restaurants. Start by heading from Sunnegga down to Findeln, following the signs marked Gourmetweg. SUNNEGGA STELISEE ROTHORN 14 – ZMUTT Zmutt is a tiny hamlet in the valley west of Zermatt, set among lush alpine pastures. Made up of around 20 traditional wooden houses in a beautiful location, it’s one of our favourite places to visit in Zermatt. To get to Zmutt from Zermatt, take the path that heads south from the main street, Bahnhofstrasse, on the west side of the Zmutt River. The well-marked path meanders through beautiful alpine scenery. The gentle echo of cowbells accompanies meadows dotted with wildflowers and pristine streams. Another great option is to hike down from the Furi cable car station. Zmutt has a few restaurants which are a great place to stop for lunch. 15 – ZERMATT VILLAGE Although many of the star attractions are outside the town, the village of Zermatt has some great things worth checking out. Kirchbrücke Viewpoint – Arrive just before sunrise to catch the first rays of light hitting the Matterhorn. Matterhorn Museum (Zermatlantis) – Learn about the development of Zermatt and the first ascent of the Matterhorn. Mountaineers’ Cemetery – A sobering reminder of the dangers of mountaineering. Hinterdorf – This is the oldest part of Zermatt with 30 traditional wooden buildings and ancient barns. Bahnhofstrasse – Check out the designer shops on the main pedestrian street. ZERMATT HOW TO GET TO ZERMATT? The most convenient airports to Zermatt are Zurich (254 kilometres away) and Geneva (230 kilometres away). By Train — There are direct trains to Zermatt from Zurich and Geneva airports. From Zurich, the fastest train takes 3 hours and 12 minutes. From Geneva, the fastest train is 3 hours, 32 minutes. Trains run every hour. By Car — Zermatt is car-free, so to get here, you need to park at Täsch which is 5 kilometres away. There are regular shuttle train services from Täsch and plenty of parking at the station. HOW MANY DAYS IN ZERMATT? We suggest spending a minimum of 2 full days in Zermatt. That way you can visit most of the iconic viewpoints and hike several of the best short to medium-length trails. Ideally, we recommend spending 3 full days. This would allow you to complete most of our best things to do in Zermatt without having to rush around. If you are a walking enthusiast, 5 days gives you enough time to see the best sights and hike the more challenging trails in in the area. ITINERARY FOR A VACATION IN ZERMATT Here is our suggested Itinerary for Zermatt. If you are trying to cram everything into two days, then combine days 2 and 3 by heading up the Gornergrat in the morning and Rothorn-Sunnegga in the afternoon. Day 1 – Visit the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise at Klein Matterhorn and hike either the Matterhorn Glacier Trail or the Hörnlihütte. Assuming conditions hold up, you could do both. Day 2 – Take the train to Gornergrat and hike the Riffelsee Trail. Day 3 – See all the sights on the Rothorn-Sunnegga Cable Car including Stellisee and the Gourmet Trail.   Day 4 – Hike the challenging Edelweiss Trail that heads over Höhbalmen Meadows.

Day 5 – Organise a guide to conquer 4,164m high Breithorn. If you don’t want to climb Breithorn, explore the Gorner Gorge, Hanging Bridge, and lovely restaurants around Furi. WHERE TO STAY? Zermatt is a car-free village with access via train from Täsch. Most accommodation is easy to get to from the Zermatt train station, either on foot or by porter transport arranged via your hotel. There are four main areas you’ll want to consider when deciding where to stay. Zermatt Village  Zermatt Matterhorn Express  Zermatt Mountain Hotels  Zermatt Mountain Huts  All the details, along with hotel recommendations, are in our guide to the best places to stay in Zermatt. MORE SWITZERLAND GUIDES ANYWHERE WE ROAM IS READER-SUPPORTED If you found this guide useful, a small donation helps fund our work – Big thanks, Paul & Mark. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM USE OUR RESOURCES PAGE [ad_2] Source link

Riffelalp is a hamlet in the municipality of Zermatt in the canton of Valais. It is located at a height of 2,222 meters (7,290 ft) above sea level, just above the tree line, approximately halfway between the town of #Zermatt and the #Gornergrat mountain.

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Zermatt by Jan_Geerk

The prompt for this week’s osws fandom challenge is...*drumroll*

festival season 🎉🎪🎶

Tbh I struggled a lot, and barely managed this snippet (festivals aren’t really my thing). I’d like to say its Justiel but really it’s nothing much of anything...

Inspired by the only festival in Valais I know, and the picture of Ramon on insta where he’s flaunting his beach body and his favourite drink...

Gampel Vibe

rating: G pairing: Daniel Yule/Justin Murisier characters: Daniel Yule, Justin Murisier, Ramon Zenhäusern, Marco Odermatt, Gino Caviezel, Thomas Tumler length: 500 words

The sponsor had gone all out. There was a long bar stocked to the brim with drinks, meat was sizzling on a barbecue serving only their guests, and the view of the main stage was phenomenal. A constant stream of people coming from and going to the rest of the festival grounds mingled with the guests watching the concert from afar, and their chatter, together with the booming bass from the stage, formed a cloud of noise that filled the entire valley. Everybody seemed happy to be here, under the burning sunshine and the heat of the Valais.

Everybody except the five men seated around a table hidden at the very edge of the sponsor's area. The sharp, pungent smell of muscle rub poisoned the air around them, and Daniel turned up his nose as he stopped by the table together with Ramon.

"You stink up the whole place," he said to the giant-slalom team hanging like discarded string puppets in the chairs.

"Oh yeah?" Gino asked. "Come over here so I can hit you."

Ramon frowned but still handed out the bottles of juice he was carrying.

"No beer?" Marco asked.

"Beer costs extra," Ramon answered. "You can go fetch that by yourself. I can't believe I wasted five of my free tickets on you guys."

Thomi picked up his juice with a pained expression, and took a sip. "We're very grateful to concentrated water for the invitation"

"Focus Water," Ramon corrected. "Also it's supposed to help against sore muscles, but I'm not so sure. It never helps against mine, anyway."

"We don't have 'sore muscles'," Marco said. "Sore muscles is what you get after a normal training."

"And what did you do?" Daniel asked.

"We did one of Kurti's special pre-season two-in-one cardio-strength workouts," Gino explained. "It's different."

Ramon snorted. "Really?"

"You've never had to live through this hell and it shows," Thomi replied. "Otherwise you wouldn't laugh."

Daniel rolled his eyed, and lightly kicked against Justin's sprawled legs. "I get the rest, they're all wimps, but you?"

With an immense effort, Gino snatched his bottle from the table and hurled it at Daniel before collapsing over the table. "Ow, my arm!" he sobbed.

The bottle missed Daniel by a mile, and rolled over the trampled grass.

"I wanted to go to the main stage for the next act," Daniel continued, ignoring Gino and his pained whimpering.

Justin shook his head in desperation. "I can't walk! You don't get it, he had us run all the way to Gornergrat and then back to Riffelalp where we had to lift tree trunks."

Daniel sighed, and thought for a moment. "You're really ruining my Gampel-vibe," he eventually declared, and grabbed Justin's hands. "Come on!"

"Didn't you lis…" Justin tried to protest but Daniel turned around, and bent his knees. "Oh."

"Get up!" Daniel ordered, and turned his head.

"Ouch…ow, fuck!" Justin swore as he heaved his body out of the chair and was taken piggyback by Daniel.

"See?" Daniel said as he hoisted Justin higher on his back.

"Isn't he heavy?" Ramon asked warily.

"He's not heavy," Daniel answered, panting slightly. "I mean, he is, but he's also my friend. So, if you need us, we're at the main stage."

Justin put his chin on Daniel's shoulder. "You're the best," he sighed.

The rest of the team watched as Daniel and Justin disappeared in the crowd.

"You know, I'd also like to go to the main stage," Marco piped up after a while.

"No!" Ramon said, and followed Daniel.

Great place to visit in switzerland

If you are making plans for a winter excursion with your spouse or circle of relatives, here's a list of top locations to go to in Switzerland in the city in which you ought to spend your holidays. The season casts its magical spells on these beautiful destinations turning them into real winter-wonderlands.

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1. The Jungfrau area –

 The  Aletsch Glacier in Jungfrau will truly leave you spellbound

Touring Switzerland. Inhale the sparkling mountain air at this breathtaking destination. The great guest to enjoy winter vacations in Switzerland, Jungfrau place’s first rate scenery will absolutely depart you spellbound. Peaks of the lofty mountains – the Jungfrau, Monch, and Eiger are covered with milky white snow and present a beautiful contrast to emerald valleys within the Alpine paradise.

Further to scenic pleasures, your trip to this location brings you some natural wonders. These wonders consist of The Jungfraujoch – a col among the Jungfrau and the Mönch, which has Europe’s highest railway station, and the Aletsch Glacier – the biggest glacier in Europe.In the one of the ought-to-go locations in Switzerland in wintry weather for nonskiers. 

2. Zermatt –

The small city of Zermatt is a unique treat for skiers and snowboarders in search of an actual quiet stay for the duration of iciness in Switzerland. Cable cars paddle skiers up surrounding mountains, making it some of the first-class wintry weather honeymoon locations in Europe. You could attain the metropolis through scenic educational routes that connect it with the outdoor global. When illuminated, the metropolis transforms right into a photograph-ideal Christmas postcard that is certain to make your wintry weather vacations in Switzerland extra unique.

The most well-known peak in the Alps, the Matterhorn, stands here. Mountaineers flock to this town to triumph over this technically tough height. In case you don’t need to indulge in adventurous video games, you could find satisfaction in the metropolis’s energetic nightlife as a substitute!

Traveller points of interest: Matterhorn, Gornergrat, Klein Matterhorn

Places To live: Cervo mountain boutique motel, hotel Alex, Riffelalp lodge

How to attain: Zurich global airport is the closest airport

3. St. Moritz –

St. Moritz, Numero Uno Alpine iciness vacation destination, spoils you with specific amusement and sports activities in addition to purchasing opportunities. This properly-groomed inn city has been a venue for 2 iciness Olympics. Take the most exciting of Switzerland iciness excursions to St. Moritz.

A celebrated playground to enjoy winter sports in Switzerland in December, the town provides you opportunities to indulge in skiing, snowboarding, and snow-shoe hiking. St. Moritz’s mineral springs have additionally contributed to enhancing its popularity among travelers. To feature a cherry to the cake, the town is likewise a hub of happening nightlife.

Why visit: Witness the pleasant Alpines right here 

Traveler sights: Lake Saint Moritz, Corviglia, Piz Nair

Locations To stay: Grand resort Des Bains, Badrutt’s Palace resort, Kulm resort

A way to attain: Take the well-known Glacier express

4.. Oberalp bypass thru Glacier express –

This is one of the great locations for a holiday in Switzerland in February. Traveling Switzerland and missing out on the special trip to Oberalp skip is a no-no. You can take the Furka-Oberalp railway that operates all through the yr and offers restricted right of entry via the reservation.

Or you may definitely ditch the hassles and get pleasure from its view whilst riding the Glacier explicitly – a right away education that takes you from Zermatt to St. Moritz. En route, the train trip affords you with fantastic perspectives of the Alps while squeezing its manner via tight curves, 291 bridges, narrow valleys, and ninety one tunnels.

Using this teaching for remarkable surroundings is among the quality things to do in Switzerland in iciness. The special contact is imparted via quantities of snow at the Oberalp skip and snowy valleys.

Why go to: The maximum adventurous teach journey

Traveller attractions: Gemsstock, Gotthard Tunnel

How to attain: the closest airport is in Lucerne

5. Mt. Pilatus –

The snow blanketed Mt Pilatus in all its glory

Perched adjacent to the city of Lucerne, Mt. Pilatus is a 2,a hundred and twenty meter tall mountain that magnetizes travelers to delight inside the staggering surroundings of the Swiss Alps. You could without problems attain right here via a cable automobile even as taking part in the exhilarating perspectives.

At this mind-blowing venue, you now not only pride within the charismatic views around but can also soak up numerous trails for extremely good wintry weather walks. You need to add this destination to your listing of locations to go to in Switzerland in the wintry weather for a more desirable Swiss traveling experience.

Why go to: For picturesque views of Lucerne

Tourist point of interest: Tomlishorn peak

Places To stay: hotel Bellevue, Seehotel Pilatus

The way to reach: the closest airport is in Lucerne. 

6. St. Gallen –

St Gallen is a sprightly addition to any listing of Switzerland attractions in wintry weather that one should go to. But go to it during Christmas time for a max excursion spree. The antique town affords lovely scenery with its centuries’ antique houses, car-free and snow-protected streets, and an active surroundings oozing festive fervor!

The place is home to the tallest Christmas tree in Switzerland, which is illuminated by way of 5,000+ lighting fixtures at some stage in the Christmas season. Get bewitched by the sight of a mind-blowing Christmas tree in front of the stunning Abbey of St Gallen & manifest your Christmas air of secrecy humming carols and savoring unfastened glühwein (mulled wine)! That is one of the first-rate locations to go to in Switzerland in iciness. 

Places To stay: Einstein St Gallen, inn Walhalla, resort Dom

The way to reach: Euroairport is the nearest airport. From there you could move by using an avenue. 

Riffelalp Resort, Switzerland | Monja 

RD18407. Riffelalp. by Ron Fisher Via Flickr: RD18407. A photo from the Swiss metre gauge Gornergratbahn rack railway which climbs around 4,873ft (1,485m) and links Zermatt in The Valais (Kanton Wallis) with the Gornergrat Summit Station. This, at 10,135ft (3,089m) a.s.l., is the highest open air station in Europe. From the Gornergrat there are panoramic views of mountains and glaciers including the world famous 14,692ft (4478m) high Matterhorn. Although mostly a single line, there are some sections of double track which is beneficial in peak season when the railway is extra busy; this shot was taken at Riffelalp where it crossed with a train heading up to Gornergrat. Tuesday, 11th September, 2018. Copyright © Ron Fisher 2018.

January 11, 2017

Late afternoon, Jack and I drove to Phoenix, picked up Jill, and said our goodbyes at the airport.  After getting our boarding passes at the airport, we located the British Airways Lounge and settled in to enjoy the snacks and beverages while waiting for the flight.  Finally, we saw the 747 pull up - a very large aircraft.  Jill had a problem boarding with one of flight attendants who later made it up to us by giving us a tour of entire plane including staff sleeping quarters and first class cabin.  We quickly discovered our seats were awesome, and expanded into beds with a privacy wall.  We were served lots of food and refreshments, didn’t get enough sleep, but the flight attendants were very friendly and accommodating.  

Little Red Train by HariesAutoMoto

Nomination | Gilbert Ghostine, président du conseil d'administration de Sandoz

Pourquoi évoquer la nomination de Gilbert Ghostine ( 1985, MBA • Université Saint-Joseph de BeyrouthUniversité Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth) ? La fondation Sandoz est à la tête de 6 hôtels d'importance en Suisse et que Gilbert Ghostine siège au sein du Conseil d'Administration de...  Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts ! Les hôtels possédés par la Fondation Sandoz sont : - Le Beau-Rivage Palace - Le Lausanne Palace - Riffelalp Resort 2222m - Hotel Palafitte - Angleterre & Residence - Le Château d'Ouchy La Fondation de Famille Sandoz a été créée en 1964 par le peintre et sculpteur Edouard-Marcel Sandoz, fils du fondateur de la société Sandoz SA à Bâle (aujourd'hui Novartis SA). Elle prône l'esprit d'entreprise et l'innovation, de même que le respect de la tradition industrielle suisse, par le moyen de participations à long terme dans divers secteurs d'activité. Les investissements de la Fondation visent à préserver un haut niveau de qualité et à perpétuer les valeurs sociales essentielles, perçues comme un objectif stratégique. La Fondation est directement ou indirectement présente dans diverses entreprises et sociétés holding, dans des secteurs aussi variés que l'industrie pharmaceutique et agroalimentaire, l'hôtellerie et l'horlogerie. La politique d'investissement est toujours orientée vers l'innovation technologique, le développement durable et la création d'emplois. Site web Fondation Sandoz Read the full article

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