The 10 finest autumn walks

Chemin du lac de Taney

A climb high above the Rhône valley to the Lac de Taney, an idyllic lake at the heart of one of the finest nature reserves in the Alps. Glorious views of the surrounding mountains.

From Croix de Culet over the Col de Cou pass to Champéry

Panoramic hike to a dramatic border pass at the top of the Val d’Illiez. Scenic cable car ride, working alpine farms, idyllic Barme plateau, charming mountain restaurants.

Routes des Diligences

The former «Stagecoach Road» built in the mid-19th century leads through a dramatic landscape of gorges and forests, linking historical resorts that pioneered alpine tourism. Delightful family walk.

Tour de l'éboulement des Diablerets

A walk around the landscape created in a remote valley by two colossal rockslides in the 18th century. A tranquil lake, pristine forest, abundant wildlife: Derborence is now a national nature reserve.

Loop to the Cabane des Aiguilles Rouges and Lac Bleu

Panoramic loop from Arolla up to a high mountain refuge, down to the piercing blue waters of the idyllic Lac Bleu and back via a geological trail.

Hike around Tseuzier lake

Gentle walk around the peaceful Lac de Tseuzier, through forests and meadows; an idyllic alpine pasture framed by waterfalls offers a welcoming refreshment stop. Ideal for families.

The larches of Balavaux

A walk among the largest and oldest larch trees in Europe that includes a scenic gondola ride, discovering the “Black Lake”, forest trails and the pretty Bisse de Saxon irrigation channel.

Twingischlucht

Scenic walk from the pristine Binntal to the main Rhône valley via an ancient track, pretty hamlets and historical Grengiols – home to a rare wild tulip, unique worldwide.

Bettmerhorn – Hängebrücke Aspi-Titter

For hikers with a head for heights: this route features a steep downhill section and crosses the Aspi-Titter suspension bridge.

Gommer Höhenweg: Oberwald - Münster

A high-level trail of the extra class. On the sunny side of the young Rhone valley you will discover the mountain valley Goms on well-prepared forest and meadow paths.