Virginia Tremont
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- Furggelen Trail - Mythen Region (Schwyz)
- Erzegg trail - Central Switzerland (Obwalden)
- Brambrüesch - Eastern Switzerland (Graubunden)
- Wirzweli Trails - Central Switzerland (Obwalden)
Enjoy the panorama and wander under the sun among glistening glaciers in the magical winter landscape around Zermatt. A range of snowshoe trails offer pure, natural experiences. Winter hiking & Snowshoe trails map
- Raten Gottschalkenberg snowshoe hike. This snowshoe trail is a good first snowshoe because it’s free (no mountain transport) and close to Zürich. It’s an easy trail, walking across fields and dipping through forests.
- Amden Arvenbüel snowshoe hike. Near the Arvenbüel ski hill, there are three snowshoe loops from 4 to 8 km. We have done part of the Altschen snowshoe trail in November, when there wasn’t so much snow (shown below).
- Toggenburg Sellamatt Snowshoe Hike. This trail is a lovely wander through the forest with occasional views of the impressive Churfirsten mountain peaks.
- Euthal Chlosterweid Snowshoe Hike. This was our first snowshoe hike as a family. It’s a beautiful 5.2 loop that starts just outside the Euthal village, walking along a stream, then looping uphill through the forest so you get a beautiful valley view as shown below.
- What Is A Snowshoe Trail
- How to Find A Snowshoe Trail in Switzerland
- Map of Swiss Snowshoe Trails
- Snowshoe Equipment
- What to Wear When Snowshoeing
- What to Bring on A Snowshoe Hike
- Technique For Snowshoeing
- Safety While Snowshoeing
- Guidelines For Respecting Nature
Although snowshoes allow you to walk wherever you want, Switzerland has many sign-posted snowshoe routes that are intended for people walking with snowshoes. These routes are marked with pink poles in the snow, so you can see where to walk even if no one has trampled the snow yet. Unlike winter hiking trails, the snow is not groomed by machines. Th...
Some snowshoe routes are publicized and hiking websites like Switzerland Mobility and Schweizer Wanderwege. This is a good place to start, but many ski resorts have snowshoe trails that do not appear on these websites. So look at the website for the ski resort you plan to visit, which usually has a page detailing the snowshoe routes. The ski resort...
Here are the snowshoe trails we’ve reviewed on our site. Click on the marker for a summary and link to trail info. See list of all snowshoe hikes.
Renting snowshoes
Snowshoes can be quite expensive to buy, especially in Switzerland. So I recommend starting by renting snowshoes and going for a trial hike. Snowshoes are relatively inexpensive to rent and are available in most winter sport rental shops. In Switzerland, Migros SportXX is one of the most affordable at CHF 11/day. Poles are usually priced separately, about CHF 5/day. Some small ski resorts rent snowshoes directly at the ticket office. For example, Fürenalprents snowshoes with poles for only CH...
Buying snowshoes
Shopping for snowshoeing isn’t as complicated as it might seem. Unless you are climbing steep mountains in deep snow or doing specialized sports like winter trail running, you need what’s called a “rolling terrain” snowshoe, which can handle hiking on and off trail, with moderate slopes. Some shops sell kits with both snowshoes and poles, which can be a good deal. In Switzerland (and elsewhere), the common brands are MSR and Tubbs. Here are a few models I’d suggest. MSR Lightning Trail(blue i...
Snowshoes for kids
It can be a little difficult to find snowshoes for children, with feet under size 35. Here are a few models I found in Switzerland. For younger children, the nicest option I’ve found in Switzerland is the Tubbs Flex Junior (CHF 145 on Galaxus or CHF 109 on Campz.ch), which is suitable for children aged about 6-10, max weight 41 kg. Unlike other junior snowshoes, this has all metal spikes and is constructed more similar to an adult version, meaning higher quality. MSR sells the Tyker model (gr...
What shoes to wear with snowshoes
Snowshoes do not require specific footwear, unlike crampons that typically require a mountaineering boot (which I learned on our glacier trek). While you can hypothetically strap any walking shoe to a snowshoe, it’s best to wear waterproof hiking boots with high ankle to keep out snow and moisture. If you wore a low-profile shoe, lots of snow would flop into the shoe. I wear these Meindl Air Revolution Ultrahiking boots (blue/grey below), which are very waterproof. My kids don’t have ankle hi...
What clothes to wear for snowshoeing
Choosing your clothing for snowshoeing is the same as for a winter hike. You need to protect from the cold but as you hike, you can get quite warm and sweat, often needing to remove your outer jacket even on a cold day (as shown below). But when you aren’t climbing, your body temperature can drop quickly and you may need to add one or more layers to keep warm. So bringing a variety of layers is important. Upper body.I like to wear a lightweight long sleeve base layer that breathes and a light...
Snowshoeing is very similar to hiking, so you’ll need the same things. See our Hiking pack list for kids. At a minimum, bring a backpack to store your layers and supplies. Bring at least a liter of water, or more depending on how far you hike. Bring snacks for energy. Bring cash in case you pass a mountain hut serving drinks. Bring your phone so yo...
Snowshoeing is basically the same as walking, with a few basic techniques that are easy to learn. Below are a few things that are helpful to know when you first get started. Most resorts offer guided tours if you prefer a little help on your first time out. When attaching the snowshoe, make sure your foot is not too far forward or too far back. Man...
Avalanches are one of the worst dangers for snowshoe hikers. In this SLF article on avalanche danger, they recommend that inexperienced hikers stick to official snowshoe routes, never hike alone, and check the avalanche and snow conditions before every hike. They also recommend taking an avalanche safety course if you plan to explore off official t...
Although snowshoes allow you to easily walk off the beaten path, you should follow certain guidelines to respect nature and wild animals. In some snowshoeing areas, signs will warn you to stay on the marked path and not cross fields or explore off trail in the woods. The reason is to not disturb the habitat of wild animals that already have a tough...
Even the sturdy mustangs were not bred for traversing the trails of Clearwater. There were steep hills where a single misstep meant death, there were narrow trails and dangerous fords, and here and there were inoffensive-looking pools where the body of a horse may sink out of sight in less time than it takes to tell it.
How to Run in Snowshoes. If you plan to trail-run in snowshoes, you'll need special trail-running snowshoes that are narrower and lighter than traditional snowshoes. These are typically worn with lightweight running shoes or cross-trainers. Video: Tips for Running in Snowshoes
Nov 17, 2022 · the snowshoe trail. by. edison marshall. Publication date. 1921. Publisher. a.l. burt company. Collection. internetarchivebooks.
