Destination in Switzerland

Day trips in Switzerland

Switzerland not only has impressive natural surroundings with mountains and lake backdrops to offer, but also many exciting excursions for the whole family. While the parents relax from everyday life, the children can let off steam with a variety of activities or get to the bottom of the secrets of nature.

Beautiful lakes and exciting water parks

Switzerland's beautiful lakes are perfect for swimming or strolling along the shore . The most beautiful bodies of water include Lake Lugano, Lake Zurich, Lake Lucerne and Lake Geneva. In the east , Thurgau is ideal for family holidays . It won't get boring here quickly, as farms, meadows and special excursion destinations are on the agenda. The longest beach on Lake Constance , at more than 60 kilometres long, is also perfect for leisurely bike rides with detours to splash around in the cool lake. The water parks, such as the Säntispark Bäderwelt with a wave pool, slides and warm brine pool, are also an exciting adventure for activities with children.

Cycling together on a day trip and more

The Lake Constance-Rhine family cycle route, with a total of 187 kilometers, leads from Bad Ragaz to Schaffhausen. Adults love to let their gaze wander over the beautiful banks, while the children excitedly head for Eastern Switzerland's largest playground in Goldach. St. Gallen in Eastern Switzerland is another excursion tip for families . Here you can make your own chocolate or use the bobsleigh run for fast-paced adventures. Nature is not neglected either, for example when observing Alpine ibexes . Of course, the Ravensburger Spieleland , which covers 30 hectares and is always worth a day trip, should not go unmentioned. If the journey is a long one, be sure to plan enough time on site. Families who need an alternative to hikes in the mountains in rainy weather can also visit the St. Gallen climbing hall . If you would like to spend more time in Switzerland, there are suitable overnight accommodations for everyone, from luxury accommodations in the cities to holidays on a farm .

Exciting adventures from Zurich to Saas-Fee

A stroll through the capital is just as exciting as the mountains around it. Even in bad weather, a family trip there is worthwhile. The Trampolino, a huge indoor playground for children aged two to 15, is a good option. Other possible day trips lead to the FIFA World Football Museum or the Tram Museum. In Zurich, there really is the right activity for every taste . Saas-Fee/Saastal is also a versatile and family-friendly region for family holidays (with the appropriate label). Even if you stay for two weeks, you won't get bored here - not even when hiking. The fairy tale trail in the larch forest between Mälchbodu and Bärufalla, for example, ensures this. Children learn a lot of interesting facts here in a playful way with the little dwarves from ancient legends of the Saas Valley. Incidentally, you can even pan for gold in the Saaltal.