Swiss Family Fun

Jungfrau Region in Autumn: 15 Best Things to Do

Plan your autumn trip to the Jungfrau Region in Switzerland with the best fall hikes and things to do in Lauterbrunnen, Mürren, Grindelwald, and Wengen.

Bernese Oberland

Nendaz Balavaux – Hike thru oldest larch forest in Europe

Moderate
2.75 h
6.3 k
517m
523m

Hike through Europe’s oldest larch tree forest in southwest Switzerland, past golden trees, a mountain lake, and panoramic alpine views.

Valais

Lac Bleu Arolla – Hike to bright blue lake among golden larches

Moderate
1.5 h
2.7 k
263m
263m

Plan your autumn hike to this bright blue alpine lake surrounded by golden larches, with tips for bus access, parking and trail options.

Valais

Vilan Peak Hike

Challenging
4 h
12.1 k
780m
780m

Steep climb to a mountain peak overlooking the Rhine valley, then beautiful wander through alpine meadows and forests.

Graubünden

Eiger Glacier Trail in the Jungfrau Region

Moderate
3.5 h
10.8 k
100m
1400m

Mountain hike through the alps below the Eiger glacier, with views of Mürren and Wenge, occasionally dipping through forests.

Bernese Oberland

Schönbüel Circular Hike to Hoch Gumme Peak

Circular mountain trail to dramatic ridge leading to a peak viewpoint over Lake Brienz and Jungfrau Region.

Lake Lucerne Region

Gstaad 2-Day Itinerary & Top Things to Do for Families

Plan the perfect weekend in Gstaad with this family-friendly guide to the most scenic hikes, best alpine playgrounds and fun activity trails for kids.

Bernese Oberland

10 Best Fall Cow Parades in Switzerland (2025)

Where to see the best alpine festivals with where flower-adorned cows parading into villages with markets, music, and alpine traditions.

Switzerland

How to book Seat Reservations on Swiss Trains

How and when to make seat reservations for trains in Switzerland, including the special panorama scenic rail journeys.

Balmer Grätli Ridge Trail

Moderate
2.5 h
6.3 k
555m
555m

Circular trail up to high mountain ridge and traverse through alpine meadows.

Lake Lucerne Region

Ahornen Loop Trail at Näfelsee Obersee

Moderate
3.5 h
11 k
560m
560m

Circular trail around pretty alpine meadows, along a lake and a river, and through shady forests, all surrounded by tall mountain peaks.

Eastern Switzerland

Hasliberg Skyline Trail (Horizontweg)

Moderate
3.5 h
10.2 k
150m
490m

A fantastic panorama trail with big mountain views and a lot of variety in the terrain, with ridges, lakes, grassy marshes, cliffs and snowy peaks.