ZURICH URBAN HIKES

If there’s one question that comes up again and again on my hikes, it’s this: “What should I actually bring to eat?” A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of exploring this topic with Forkful Magazine, and it reminded me that great hiking food isn’t about being fancy or complicated - it’s about being Smart, Practical, and Enjoyable. For me, it always comes down to three simple things: Energy, Packability, and Taste. But there’s also a fourth ingredient, one you don’t pack in yo

What if meeting someone new didn’t start with a swipe… but with a walk through the city? Dating apps promise endless choice.Singles events promise you’ll meet lots of people. But what if the secret isn’t meeting more people, it’s meeting the right people , in the right setting? Imagine a small group of curious singles on a city adventure, hidden staircases, beautiful views, and conversations that simply happen as you walk. Welcome to spooned hikes . A collaboration between

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