Hikegasm
Discover Swiss hikes that will make you wow.
My Best Summer Hikes
Summer hiking is usually done between June and September. Some trails will open later, depending if the snow has melted or not. The hikes listed below are graded from T1 to T3. T1 is the easiest and T3 is the most difficult. Choose the one that suits your fitness level and your experience.
Altitude Hike in Gornergrat
The Gornergrat hike is on top of my list because it offers a unique landscape made of glaciers, mountain lakes, and a beautiful view of the Matterhorn. This hike starts in the Gornergrat cogwheel …
Hardergrat Ridge Hike
Above Interlaken, this ridge hike offers great views of Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. The Hardergrat hike is one of the most famous hikes in Switzerland. Many people are walking the full length of the …
Limmernsee Hike
This hike will guide you through the stunning viewpoint of the Limmernsee lake. Aside from this highlight, you will get to wander through beautiful alpine landscapes. After taking the gondola, you …
Aletsch Glacier and Ice Cave
This hike offers some of the best views of the Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps. The most adventurous of you can also get closer to the glacier and admire the ice cave (from the …
Golden Autumn in Engadin
Hiking in the Engadin is a beautiful experience in autumn. The pine forests become orange/yellow, which gives this the name of Golden Autumn. This hike will guide you through some of the most …
Five Lakes Trail in Zermatt
This very popular hike in Zermatt is a loop around five alpine lakes, each offering a different color and a different but always beautiful view. The trail is beginner-friendly and offers stunning …
Matterhorn Glacier Trail
Easily accessible from Zermatt, the Matterhorn Glacier Trail is among the region’s most spectacular hikes. It combines panoramic views of the Matterhorn with sweeping glaciers, alpine lakes, and …
Triftsee Hike
Triftsee is a turquoise mountain lake in the Grimselwelt region, surrounded by mountains. It’s one of the most photogenic spots in the Swiss Alps. You can also cross the Trift Bridge …
Grindelwald to Lauterbrunnen
This hike in the Jungfrau region links two of the most iconic places in the region: Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. While both villages attract plenty of tourists, this trail offers a quieter way to …
Walenpfad Trail
At only 45 minutes from Lucerne, Engelberg is a perfect mountain destination away from the city. The main highlight of the Walenpfad is the wide-open views over Lake Bannalp and the surrounding …
My Best Winter Hikes
Winter hiking are done on groomed trails marked with a pink signage. The season usually starts in December and ends in April. Make sure the trail is opened before you go.
Aletsch Glacier Winter Hike
This 13 km winter trail through the Aletsch Arena is truly magical. You’ll discover the Aletsch Glacier covered in snow, walk through three different mountain villages, and enjoy the stunning …
Caumasee Winter Hike
The Caumasee Winter Hike is a peaceful walk through snow-covered forests and frozen landscapes in the Flims region. The trail leads to the famous Caumasee, where the turquoise lake transforms into a …
About Hikegasm
I moved to Switzerland to live my passion for hiking to the fullest. Since 2021, I have been religiously hiking, covering more than 3,000 kilometers across 250+ hikes.
I have built this website to share the hikes that brought me the most joy. Hikegasm features only the most scenic hikes, with stunning glaciers, beautiful lakes and breathtaking landscapes to make your journey through Switzerland unforgettable.