Hiking knowledge
Hiking knowledge
Everything worth knowing about hiking in Switzerland – short, clear and practical. For first-timers and for seasoned mountain walkers.
Topics
Hiking trail signage in Switzerland
Yellow, white-red-white or white-blue-white: what the colours mean, what the times on the signpost tell you and what gear you need.
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How to behave when you meet livestock guardian dogs
They are big, loud and simply doing their job. How to pass a protected flock without things getting tense.
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The best apps for hiking
Maps, weather, timetables and emergency calls: the apps to have on a Swiss hiking phone – plus offline and battery tips.
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