ZURICH URBAN HIKES

The 10,000 steps per day goal: what you need to know about the number of steps and how to get them in - not all steps are equal, find out why.

I am Stefan Schwarzer, and I run   Summertime in Switzerland , a website dedicated to English speaking visitors who want to explore Switzerland like a local. I spend most weekends discovering new spots around Zurich and beyond, and hiking is one of the best ways to experience the country’s natural beauty. If you live in Zurich or are visiting for a few days and want to escape into nature, these are my top three hikes you can easily reach from the city, plus one bonus hike tha

From safety to local access, why a guided hike is the way to go in Switzerland

The best way to get to know a city is to walk it - step by step, times many steps :) One of the things which always gets me, is seeing people light up when they discover that perfect view. Whether it’s a hidden archway which unexpectedly frames the Grossmunster, or the sunset lighting the lake and the Alps in just the right glow, or even the small details that populate the city (think of the lion of Zurich, the coat of arms, gold-plated tower clocks...), Zurich is full of i