SWITZERLAND IN WINTER

Magical moments in the snowy season

Winter in Switzerland feels like a fairytale snow-covered mountains, sparkling landscapes, and cozy chalets in the Alps.
Join Markus Manfredi, photographer, filmmaker, and author of the Magical Switzerland Guide, on Swissaround to discover dreamy ski resorts, peaceful winter hikes, traditional Christmas markets, and hidden retreats surrounded by nature.
Each post provides practical planning information, inspiring winter images, a detailed map with elevation profile, as well as FAQs and comments so you can fully enjoy the snowy season with Swissaround.

Top winter hike in Mürren with panoramic views of the Jungfrau mountains including Eiger Mönch and Jungfrau

Winter Hike to Mürren – Panoramic Trail from Grütschalp

This winter hike from Grütschalp via Winteregg to Mürren combines snow-covered mountain forests, open panoramic slopes and almost uninterrupted views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Running alongside the mountain railway, the wide winter trail leads high above the Lauterbrunnen Valley to the car-free village of Mürren. Along the way, sunny benches and scenic resting places invite you to pause amid the snowy landscape. If you would like to extend the hike, continue to the traditional village of Gimmelwald. Ready for a winter hike with one of Switzerland’s most iconic mountain panoramas accompanying you almost every step of the way?

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3. February 2026 4 Comments
The Äschfall in Unterschächen with alpine houses in the foreground, photographed by Markus Manfredi | Swissaround.

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