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A lot of work, passion and enthusiasm for exciting, unusual and unforgettable tours. Always at the center: our motivated and interested guests.

By the way, there will be a WANDERIDEE anniversary event on November 9, 2024. It's best to register now and find out more in the summer.

The whole team of 7 hiking guides greets you with springtime inspiration!

On the occasion of our WANDERIDEE meeting on July 19, 2023 directly on the beautiful shores of Lake Zurich, we did not miss the opportunity to capture a group photo of our expanded team size. We have all announced exciting tours and we are already looking forward to being on the road with you!

Fresh air makes you hungry and thirsty - an ideal starting point to combine hiking and culinary delights in a versatile and creative way for once. In Winterthur and on the Iselisberg in Thurgau, we are on guided enjoyment and culture hikes. Read the whole article in the newly published WANDERMAGAZIN SCHWEIZ (subscription, at the kiosk or here as PDF).

A wonderful touring year is coming to an end for wanderidee.ch. We can report a new record number of guests. This makes us very happy and motivates us even more to provide unforgettable experiences in the new year. WANDERIDEE wishes you a Merry Christmas and an inspiring start into the New Year. We look forward to being on the road with you – at any time of the year!

What would you like? Churfirsten, Spitzmeilen or Val Medel? A real time-out over the weekend or even a classic like our full moon snowshoe tour with a culinary surprise? We offer a special experience for the absolute snowshoe beginner as well as for the advanced nature lover that you won't forget in a hurry. Your professional hiking guide plans and organizes from A to Z, so you don't have to worry about anything else. Book your tour now directly and uncomplicated with wanderidee! We are looking forward to you.

For quite a few, autumn is the most beautiful hiking season ever! For us, too. The colors are overwhelming, the air is pure and clear and the moods are very special. We offer you a wide spectrum to discover, from the challenging, outstanding mountain tour (for example on the Schrattenfluh) to the themed cultural hike. Places are limited – it's best to register now. 

Towards the sunrise

Watch out for hikers, moonstruck people and everyday refugees: The Rigi is not only worth a trip during daylight. Also in the darkness, the queen of the mountains shows that she has a lot to offer. The full moon hike from Vitznau-Hinterbergen leads through the nightly darkness to Rigi Kulm, where the sunrise makes you forget your efforts. The culinary reward follows afterwards with a fine brunch at the Chäserenholz alpine inn. The various train transfers are also included in the package. An incomparable experience!

The 1st Lötschental Hiking Festival will take place on July 2 and 3, 2022. The valley becomes a Mecca for small and big hiking enthusiasts. The cultural diversity and the grandiose nature of the Lötschental will be brought closer to you by certified hiking guides but also by nature and culture lovers from the valley on guided hikes. Here are some topics: A cultural hike through the Lötschental, a story and legend hike to the Miracle Game, a culinary hike in which the knowledge about the culinary heritage of the Alps and about viticulture in the Valais is imparted with great passion, a song hike in which coziness and conviviality are paramount, yoga and hiking, totally meditative and fully on trend! The center of the hiking festival is the «Wanderdörfli» at the Gsteinät with an information stand, catering facilities, entertainment and music. Welcome to the magic valley!

We are very happy to have Martin as our hiking guide – he will lead the following tour on Sunday, July 3: The hike from Lauchernalp to Faldumalp already meets the requirements of a world-class hike: Breathtaking mountain panoramas and deep views into the valley, rare alpine flowers and picturesque alpine settlements. When Martin from Winterthur also titles his hike «The Lötschental between tradition and renewal», we are doubly excited and look forward to being on the road with him.

Note: Please book this hike directly with the above link via Lötschental Tourism. Thank you very much.

Being on the road in the wonderful nature is always a great way to make the world situation far away for some time.

Some of our trails are not marked on any map. Highly exciting - because the hiking guide will take you there. There are usually still a few places available in our relaxed small groups. Experiences you won't forget so quickly!

PS. We have received numerous overwhelmingly positive reviews on google - thank you for that!

A cinematic pleasure – our hiking video clip is here!
In cooperation with photographer and filmmaker Christian Clavadetscher, a rather elaborate promotional video clip for wanderidee.ch has been created, including some very exciting drone footage and polished details. A big thank you to all who have been part of it. Have fun!

wanderidee.ch is a specialist for selected tour pearls and now you have the opportunity to get to know the wonderful crackling in the snow even as a beginner! And if you don't have the right equipment, we'll bring it along for you.

Our next tours:

SA | 08.01.22 | A HIGH PLATEAU WITH CHURFIRSTEN VIEW
Max. 5 places still available - register now

SA | 15.01.22 | LONELY HIGHLIGHT BETWEEN TWO VALLEYS
Free places - register now

FR | 21.01.22 | FULL MOON SNOWSHOE TOUR - PURE EXPERIENCE
Free places - register now

SA | 05.02.22 | SPECTACULAR: HIGH ABOVE LAKE WALEN
max. 5 places still available - register now

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Hiking leader: Martin Akeret

Additional dates will be posted on an ongoing basis. Happy New Year!

Hiking and nutrition – an exciting topic! Is there an ideal hiking snack and what is a healthy, tasty and filling outdoor lunch? For spring 2022, wanderidee is launching a new project: certified nutritionist Sarah Utzinger and hiking guide Martin Akeret will accompany you on selected, guided tours and provide useful tips on eating and drinking along the way. And of course, the eventful hiking pleasure will not be neglected. Details and registration links will be posted on wanderidee.ch at the start of the year.

The last impressive autumn tours are coming up: How about a special hiking experience entitled "Spectacular over the sea of fog" or a luminous autumn in the gorge? In the transition to winter, you can once again enjoy the beautifully contrasting autumn colors. 

And afterwards, the snowshoe winter is already just around the corner. In the past season, the safe and enchanting adventures in the white arena of nature were regularly booked on wanderidee.ch and especially for snowshoe beginners, we will gladly take enough time.

For special wishes and dreams. As diverse as our environment is, as numerous are the possibilities: To wander along the coasts endless views or to listen to mysterious stories of ancient cultural treasures. Spending the night on a lonely alp and sharing the unforgettable sunrise with ibexes?

Especially for teambuilding in companies, a shared experience in the mountains and time away from the office can be extremely valuable. We take care of the entire organization and implementation from A to Z - of course individually tailored to skills and wishes (tour area, duration and difficulty of the hike, etc.). We look forward to getting to know you!

The summer temperatures are finally here and we are gaining altitude: Finally, mountain tours in alpine regions are possible. And in combination with a cool refreshment, your next hike is sure to be one to remember! We offer you a comprehensive tour experience with exciting information about nature, geography and history.

Crocuses and daffodils are in bloom, the snow is melting and the anticipation for spring and summer tours is rising. We at wanderidee.ch have already reconnoitred some exciting, unusual and varied tours, planned them and put them online for you! Click on the button to go to our agenda. It is very easy to register under the respective tour. We look forward to being on the road with you soon, to your heart's content.

PS. We are constantly expanding our programme, even at short notice. It is therefore worthwhile to check back often.

This was an absolutely mystical experience of the wonderful kind: A full moon snowshoe hike with a culinary, mobile surprise by the hike leader - exciting and varied thanks to wanderidee.ch.

And while we are on the subject of full moon hikes: There is of course also in the summer. We are very happy that Martin is allowed to lead two full moon tours for Rigi Tourism – on 26.6. and 24.7. he is on duty. The great offers are now freshly posted and, as experience shows, booked up quickly, because after the pretty sensational sunrise on the Rigi, a brunch buffet is waiting for all participants* at the alpine hut. 

«Keine Menschenseele weit und breit, die Luft klar und feucht. Eine wunderbare Ruhe und das einzige Geräusch rundherum, das ich wahrnehme, ist das Knistern und Klackern der Schneeschuhe im frischen, weissen Pulver.»

On behalf of the Aargauer Wanderwege, Martin was able to write a blog for the AKB leisure portal (Aargau Tourism) with a personal experience on the subject of snowshoe hiking – a portion of head cinema for the next atmospheric tour. Have fun.

The snowshoe and winter hiking season has begun and wanderidee.ch kicked off with two impressive events. The beautifully snow-covered Obertoggenburg offered a wonderfully lonely backdrop for a beginner's tour - 80% of all participants were on snowshoes for the first time. The trend towards a decelerated hiking experience seems to be particularly strong in these distant times. A week later, the fascinating Giessen and Gubel mountains of the Tössbergland region invited us to discover them on a winter hike. A warming fondue was the perfect culinary accompaniment before the hike leader led us back to the starting point in the mystical night. Some photo impressions of both hikes are already available in our gallery and you are welcome to register here for further exciting experiences.

What a wonderful moment: The exciting hiking idea culture hike «Observation Towers, City Stones and Wine Tasting» on October 23, 2020 with 15 motivated participants* could take place despite continuous rainy weather and currently difficult conditions. Thanks to all who were there and organic wine pioneer Delinat for the successful cooperation!

Charming mountain lakes and majestic peaks

From September 9 to 13, 2020, Martin from wanderidee led the Lower Engadine Hiking Days for pinkalpine.ch for the second time. In a small, motivated group the participants experienced exciting and varied tours in the fantastic mountain world between Guarda, Zernez and Scoul.

Towards the sunrise

Watch out for itinerant people, moonstruck people and people who flee the daily routine: The Rigi is not only worth a trip in daylight. Also in the darkness the queen of the mountains shows that she has a lot to offer. The full moon hike from Vitznau-Hinterbergen leads through the night darkness to Rigi Kulm, where the sunrise makes you forget your efforts. The culinary reward follows with a fine brunch at the Chäserenholz Alpine restaurant.

On August 8, 2020 Martin von wanderidee guided the participants through the darkness of the night with exciting facts about the Rigi. Another cooperation with Rigi Tourism is planned for 2021.

We are very pleased to be able to introduce you to another hiking idea hiking guide. Urs Wiederkehr from Wädenswil has, like all of us, completed his training as a hiking guide with Wanderwege Graubünden and will enrich our platform in the future with his range of tours. Let Urs introduce himself right away:

«I've been carrying the hiking virus in me since my childhood. We spent our holidays hiking in the Valais, in the Glarnerland and in the Bernese Oberland. On 1 August 1980, at the age of 13, I was allowed to look over Switzerland for the first time together with my father from the 4206 m high Alphubel between Saas-Fee and Zermatt. After my return, I fell asleep in the early afternoon, completely exhausted but happy. By the way, this was the only 1st of August on which I missed the national celebration in the evening.

Today, even in my free time, I stick to the quote of Nietzsche:
Don't stay on flat ground!
Don't climb so high up!
The world sees most beautiful
from halfway up.»

We are particularly pleased to be able to offer this unique cultural walk in the Gallus town.

Dates
Saturday, July 11 | Saturday, August 22

A varied cultural hike awaits the versatile interested hiker: The immediate area around St.Gallen scores with impressive bridges, which provide an entertaining character with worthwhile stories. Right at the start, the view extends as far as the Säntis massif and we hike across lush green meadows and through gently rushing ravines. After a short, steep ascent through the cool forest, we don't miss the chance to stop at the cozy Gübsensee. A welcome highlight is definitely the summer pleasure at the contemplative soft ice stand - offered by the hiking guide. The rest of the trail provides exciting contrasts: urban buildings and enchanting natural landscapes alternate and we discover that there is an incredible variety of river crossings around the Gallus town. On the way, we pass the exciting Sitterwerk, where we make another stop. An eventful hiking day that will stay with you for a long time! Your BAW hiking guide: Martin Akeret

Included
Interesting facts about culture, history and nature
Attractive route over many impressive bridges
Soft Ice Stop at Gübsensee
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The gift to our guests for the first anniversary of wanderidee.ch (replacement for 5 June). In the Weisstannental we hike along the water to a thunderous waterfall arena and beyond.

Friday | 26 June 2020
Condition: Medium
Technology: Simple to medium
Number of participants: 8
Price: Free of charge

Neurological research shows that staying in a green area, experiencing nature, reduces physical stress, has a calming effect, brightens the mood and promotes resilience. Timelessness and contemplation have become a need. Diving into the green area and well-being in nature increases at the same time identification with and responsibility for the environment. The experience of this cultural hike, a reading with musical accompaniment and an exclusive evening tour through the idyllic cultural site with its ponds, streams and orchards will therefore last a particularly long time. This event will take place in any weather. In cooperation with Galerie Weiertal. Register now – places are limited!

When we talk about hiking ideas with «real mountain people» and tell them that we come from the Zurich Oberland, we are sure to have a blatant and mocking laugh. Is there supposed to be an Oberland in the canton of Zurich? Of course there is, and what an Oberland!

A few days ago, on a supposedly ordinary morning in the Dürrspitz area of the Zurich Oberland, Martin made an unexpected encounter with the shy chamois and luckily the (bigger) camera was there too. So the chamois does not only live in the whole alpine region - after reintroduction there are also small populations in the Black Forest and in the Jura, in the Vosges mountains as well as here in the Züri Oberland.

Various wild animals live in Tössbergland in winter, including chamois, deer, red deer, foxes, hares and ravens. In February of this year we were even able to observe two «kings of the air» on a snowshoe hike. The two golden eagles circled the Tössstock and around the Brandegg elegantly and majestically. This was indeed an extraordinary nature experience. In Switzerland, golden eagles are found mainly in the Alps and the Alpine foothills. The current population in Switzerland comprises around 360 breeding pairs. Occasionally they also appear in the Swiss Plateau. Thus, especially in winter and spring, eagles often fly down into the Linth plain, where they can be observed quite frequently, especially in the Kaltbrunner Riet nature reserve. Golden eagle pairs occupy territories of 80 to 120 km², in Switzerland all territories are currently occupied. In Switzerland, we bear a special responsibility for the conservation of the Golden Eagles, as we are home to about a quarter of the entire population in the Alps. You can find more about the Golden Eagle here.

We were anything but spoiled by the snow this season. All the more astonishing that we can look back on a magical snowshoe hiking winter, since we were allowed to carry out no less than eight tours with highly motivated participants* in the short period from mid-January to early March. Our credo – to provide a real and personal experience in small groups – resulted in a number of plus points and recommendations, which of course made us especially happy! So we were also able to welcome many new faces on our snowshoe tours.

Thank you very much at this point for your great confidence! We are already looking forward to seeing you on our exciting tours in the future. As a reminder of what we have experienced, you will find some impressions in our gallery and with this animated trailer we will let the emotions come alive once again.

Dear hiking friends

Now, of all time! When the days are getting long again. The first pale green leaves stretch out towards us. The snow in the mountains slowly melts and the hiking trails finally open again. Yes, now of all times, as with so many other things, hiking in groups is over for the time being.

Tours with hiking ideas will not take place in the next weeks. Of course we hope that we can be on the road with you again as soon as possible and we are still working on our offer. Let our tour suggestions inspire and entertain you, even if only in your thoughts for the time being. We are looking forward to welcoming you again as soon as possible.

Fortunately we are not embarrassed when we feel the urge to move. We know how good it is to be outside and how beneficial a long walk can be. And one thing is clear: even though almost everything around us is at a standstill, outside nature cares a bit about the nasty virus and develops magnificently. As a small substitute for the hikes not taking place, we will therefore send out our newsletter a little more often. You will find entertaining and up-to-date suggestions with which you can get on the trail of nature right in front of your door. Because it's worth taking a closer look wherever there's greenery, chirping, crawling or buzzing.

Much patience and joy in discovering
Your team hiking idea

Wanderers, moonstruck people and everyday fugitives: The Rigi is not only worth a trip in daylight. Also in the darkness the queen of the mountains shows that she has a lot to offer. The full moon hike from Vitznau-Hinterbergen leads through the night darkness to Rigi Kulm, where the sunrise makes you forget all your efforts. The culinary reward follows with a fine brunch at the Chäserenholz alpine restaurant. Accompanied by a guide, the participants learn exciting facts about the Rigi and are expertly guided through the darkness of the night. On behalf of RigiPlus AG Martin Akeret will lead the full moon hikes on June 6 and August 8, 2020. All further information and the direct registration can be found here. We are very much looking forward to this partner cooperation.

You always wanted to hike on snowshoes through the freshly snow-covered winter landscape? On our tours we offer you a safe and unforgettable experience. You can also rent the right equipment from us.

In February we take you on snowshoe hikes to the beautiful Toggenburg region with a view of the Churfirsten mountain range and to breathtaking experiences high above Walensee. Or how about the unique Wägital Dolomites or a tour to the legendary Mythen area?

Is your dream tour not included? Just send us an e-mail. We will be happy to talk with you.

After the successful realization of the event «Höhenfeuer auf dem Schauenberg» on the hiking night 2019, wanderidee has come up with something special again this year: A new combination of an easy, eventful hike and an idyllic, surprising cultural programme!

The experience of this hike, a reading with musical accompaniment and an exclusive evening tour through the idyllic cultural town with its ponds, streams and orchards will therefore last a particularly long time. This event will take place in any weather. The number of places is limited – so register today with one click!