The Swiss Alps provide masterful views at any time of the year. And if you don't want to schuss the slopes, hiking can be a wonderful alternative. However, terrain can vary greatly, so review your ...

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 ...

Enjoy an unforgettable alpine hike from First to Bachalpsee in the heart of Switzerland. Surrounded by lush meadows and grazing cows, this scenic adventure includes real stereo audio for an immersive ...

My mother-in-law, Anna, reads avidly — in a handful of languages. Born in World War II-era Budapest, she was a bookish girl who grew up devouring Hungarian and Russian literature. After a stop in ...

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 ...

There is nothing tame about sledding in Switzerland, where participants rocket down steep, miles-long slopes, sometimes at night. Credit... Supported by By Elaine Glusac To reach the top of the ...