Welcome to the realm of forests! Today we celebrate the International Day of Forests, a day that recognises the beauty and importance of our green lungs around the world. But what would a celebration of the forest be without an exploration of its hidden secrets?
At Foxtrail, we are lucky enough to not only experience the beauty of forests through our diverse trails, but also unlock their secrets. Our trails meander through some of the most breathtaking forests Switzerland has to offer, allowing you to immerse yourself in nature. But Foxtrail isn’t just about having fun; it’s also about protecting and respecting our environment.
Through the eyes of our lovely friend Fredy Fox from the forest, we have learnt how important it is to make our trails eco-friendly and inspire our players to fall in love with the ecosystem and treat it sustainably. So let’s dive into the world of forests at Foxtrail and discover the magic of this unique environment.
Foxtrail Allalin Summer – Saas-Fee (Valais region)
Follow in the footsteps of the legendary priest Imseng. In summer, Allalin starts at the tourist office in Saas-Fee. Discover the car-free village and the many historic Walser houses. Then it’s uphill: a breathtaking view of the glacier and mountain ranges awaits you at the Felskinn station. You take the hiking trail down to the village and pass the Murmeliwiese meadow. Before the trail ends, it takes you past the indoor swimming pool.
Foxtrail Anda – Lenzerheide (Graubünden region)
Lenzerheide is a popular destination in both summer and winter. The Foxtrail Anda presents itself in a different setting depending on the season. The picturesque Heidsee lake takes centre stage at the beginning, while the second part takes you through an enchanting forest.
Foxtrail Ballenberg – Hofstetten bei Brienz (Bern region and surroundings)
Discover the Ballenberg, an open-air museum full of life, in a fun way. The trail starts with the Valais and Bernese Oberland themed areas, where you can gain an insight into Alpine farming. From there, the trail continues to the Central Switzerland area and past centuries-old buildings, cuddly farm animals and hard-working craftsmen: Switzerland’s past culture has never felt so close. The trail ends in the eastern Mittelland in the centre of the open-air museum. Switzerland’s past culture has never felt so close, while the forest towers majestically in the background.
Please book tickets online. Once you have received your booking confirmation, you can purchase your tickets at the museum ticket office (Ballenberg East). However, it is not possible to book the Foxtrail at the Ballenberg ticket office. Admission to the open-air museum is included in the Foxtrail ticket.
Foxtrail Cityfox – Thun (Bern region and surroundings)
The Cityfox trail offers breathtaking views of the city, lake and mountains. Right at the start, Brahmsquai beckons with views of the mountains of the Bernese Oberland. Then it’s up staircase after staircase until you reach Jakobshübeli. Here, too, there is a panorama of a rare kind. The hiking trail takes you along the edge of the forest past St. Beatus Church and into a residential neighbourhood in Thun. The trail leads back to the city centre, across well-known squares and into the castle park. There, the mighty castle rises into the sky and you set off on the panoramic trail to the historic pavilion. Take one last look at the wonderful view before finishing the trail in the city centre.
Foxtrail Dahu – Zinal (Valais region)
A mythical creature called “Dahu” has been sighted in Val d’Anniviers – the trail takes you on a search for clues. You will find yourself in the charming mountain village of Zinal, surrounded by a marvellous mountain world. The trail leads you through short sections of forest, takes you to the chapel and past the idyllic chalets.
Foxtrail Desoria – Riederalp, Bettmeralp (Valais region)
This Foxtrail revolves around a 2000-year-old secret of the Alps. The start is at the Riederalp West mountain station, where you stroll through the village and then continue on the hiking trail through meadows and forest above Bettmeralp. You will pass the impressive ice grotto and hike along the Bettmersee lake, where you will find the end of the trail.
Mountain railways are not included in the ticket.
Foxtrail Jurapark – Frick (Aargau region)
A researcher has disappeared in the Jurapark Aargau. Rumour has it that he was looking for an unknown dinosaur species in the municipality of Frick. Was he the victim of a crime? Follow the trail from the town centre towards the town limits and find the clues. If you solve the puzzles, you will end up on a hill in the countryside. Be careful, you will have to enter the dark, damp underworld of Frick to solve the puzzle.
The start and finish are approx. 2km (30min walk) apart, no public transport connection back to the start.
Foxtrail Funtauna – Flims (Graubünden region)
Funtauna starts in the modern Stenna Mall. You then walk through Flims and explore the mix of old houses and modern buildings. After arriving at the Flims Waldhaus, you pass the village fountain and walk through a small wooded area into the park of the luxury Hotel Waldhaus. The trail ends at the curling hall.
Foxtrail Marble – Bern City (Bern region and surroundings)
A little nature, a little urban, a little old town? Marble combines everything in one excursion. In the outer neighbourhood of Tiefenau, the trail leads through the forest and down into the idyllic Felsenau district. It then follows the River Aare to the Bremgarten tunnel and from there back to the city centre. The urban part of the trail takes you on foot across Waisenhausplatz and to Altenbergsteg. After a walk through the old town, you arrive at Kornhausplatz, where the end of the trail is approaching.
Foxtrail Schatz – Thun (Bern region and surroundings)
From Thun railway station, you can quickly reach the picturesque village of Hünibach. The trail takes you through the forest and to Hilterfingen, the village on the Riviera of Lake Thun. You continue to the boat quay and along the village stream through a pretty neighbourhood. The real treasure of the trail follows in Hünegg Park: a fairytale atmosphere surrounds the magnificent Hünegg Castle. You then return to Thun, where you explore the Schlossberg and the town church. The route then takes you up the beautiful church steps past the historic pavilion into the old town, where you can admire the lock bridge shortly before your destination.
Foxtrail TruccasTschiel – Laax and Falera (Graubünden region)
Truccas Tschiel is the combination trail of the two shorter trails in Laax and connects the two mountain villages of Laax and Falera. On this trail you can enjoy the Grisons region with its mountain peaks, unique flora and small mountain villages to the full.
Well, have we convinced you? Do you love forests as much as we do? These green oases offer an incredible variety of experiences and opportunities, and we at Foxtrail are proud to contribute to the protection and conservation of this precious resource.
But maybe you’re more of a mountain or water person, and that’s totally fine! With over 70 trails across Switzerland, we’ve covered enough regions to ensure that you’ll find your very own landscape favourite. Whether it’s mountains, lakes or forests, there’s an adventure for everyone at Foxtrail. So grab your hiking boots and let’s discover the beauty of nature together – whatever your favourite landscape!
