Swiss Alps Family Vacations

Swiss Alps Family Travel Guide

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Alps, Switzerland
Dramatic views and challenging trails await your family in the Swiss Alps (courtesy, Swiss Tourism)

Swiss Alps Family Destinations




Swiss Alps Family Highlights

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen
  • Hike and mountain bike Alpine trails
  • Shoot river rapids
  • Ride a train to Jungfrau's summit for spectacular views
  • Watch others bungee jump
  • Explore an open-air museum with centuries-old farmhouses

Swiss Alps Overview

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen

The Swiss Alps aren't just for skiers. In summer, the sky-piercing mountains, tumbling waterfalls, crystal-clear lakes, and fast-flowing rivers provide a stage for plenty of adventures. Whether you like your thrills mild or wild, your family will find much to do.

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Hotels

expert favorite hotel
Ferienart Resort & Spa
CH-3906 Saas-Fee
Saas-Fee, Switzerland
Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
Distance: 54.1 Miles
(from destination center)
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Steigenberger Gstaad-Saanen
Auf der Halten
Saanen-Gstaad, Switzerland
Distance: 46.5 Miles
(from destination center)
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Lenkerhof Alpine Resort
Badstrasse 20-22
Lenk im Simmental, Switzerland
Distance: 73.5 Miles
(from destination center)
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Attractions

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Glacier Express
Arguably Switzerland's most famous excursion train, it travels between Zermatt and St. Moritz
Zermatt and St. Moritz, Switzerland
Distance: 63.0 Miles (from destination center)
Description: The Glacier Express offers travel from St. Moritz... Read More
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Husky-Wallis
Restaurant Finnubiel
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Distance: 64.0 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Offers a variety of half-day and full-day dog sledding tours in the Gemmi region. ... Read More
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Lac Léman (Lake Geneva)
Lakeside
Ouchy, Switzerland
Distance: 112.1 Miles (from destination center)
Description: There is plenty of activity at the waterfront... Read More
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Swiss Alps Vacation Rentals

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Chalet Bergahorn
Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Balcony, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Full kitchen, No Pets, Oven, TV


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