"The Swiss Alps" Top 5 Page for this destination Alps by travelfrosch

Alps Travel Guide: 53 reviews and 151 photos

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The Swiss Alps are, without a doubt, one of the most awe-inspiring areas of Europe. On a sunny day, there is no better place to be than on a hiking trail taking in fresh air and scenery. You can make a base in any number of towns and villages and take advantage of Switzerland's extensive system of trains, buses, boats, and gondolas. Or, if you wish, you can spend an entire vacation up in the mountains, hiking from mountain hut to mountain hut as long as you like. On this page, I'll share some more general tips about the Swiss Alps, as well as various hikes, tourist destinations, and scenic train rides. Check back as often as you like while I slowly add content. Enjoy!

Last visit to Alps: May 2012
Intro Updated Jun 8, 2012
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Reviews (11)

View from Felskinn, high above Saas-Fee - Alps

Saas-Fee Things to Do (6)

While not exactly off the beaten path, Saas-Fee is one valley over from the far more famous (and touristy) Zermatt. In... more travel advice

Engelberg and Mt Titlis Things to Do (6)

In Central Switzerland, not far from Lucerne, there's the town of Engelberg, situated in a hanging valley with an... more travel advice

The Centovalli Railway Transportation (5)

A scenic way to get to or from Ticino is the Centovalli Railway. This private railway runs from Locarno to Domodossola,... more travel advice

Kandersteg Things to Do (6)

My favorite place to visit in the Alps is the village of Kandersteg. Conveniently situated on the local train line... more travel advice

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hopang Jun 20, 2009 at 10:45 AM

Wonderful page on Swiss Alps with your amazing photographs! The view of those mountains certainly look very impressive. We hope to visit the Alps one day. ~ho & pang
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nicolaitan Dec 2, 2008 at 6:29 PM

these pictures are just beautiful, went thru them all. if we ever get there i will read all about those old style trains with the open windows. gorgeous.
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betako3 Jun 30, 2008 at 9:49 AM

I've had a vague idea of wanting to visit the Alps, now browsing through your pages I've become serious about it. Beautiful pics and a great source of information!
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Ekaterinburg Mar 6, 2008 at 2:25 PM

Excellent transportation tips :)
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globetrott Nov 16, 2007 at 12:16 AM

a great overview of your travels through the swiss alps ! it is funny to see that VT is listing this tiny village close to Potresina !
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imstress Nov 1, 2007 at 10:48 PM

Great tips and useful information on the Alps!My closest encounter was up on a helicopter ride and landed on the Glacier for about 20 mins.
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freddie18 Apr 16, 2007 at 7:56 PM

Amazing sceneries of the Alps. This is one of the reasons why I am eager to schedule my 2nd trip to Europe. Switzerland is on top of my list. Thanks for sharing.
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christine.j Apr 6, 2007 at 11:57 PM

Great information and wonderful pictures. I love hiking in the Grindelwald area.
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Tripack Mar 11, 2007 at 1:21 PM

Great Alpine tips! Hope to take advantage of your advices soon as I have never been on the Jungfraujoch top... Greetings from the Swiss Alps!