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Switzerland's Untouched Corners: A Journey Beyond the Usual

Dive into the heart of Switzerland's less trodden paths with this exclusive selection of hidden gems. From quaint villages and serene landscapes to historical landmarks untouched by mass tourism, each point of interest showcases the quiet majesty of Switzerland beyond its famed attractions. Explore the beauty that lies waiting in the shadows of the famous Swiss Alps and lakes, breath-taking spots that even locals revere.

Berggasthaus Aescher-Wildkirchli
Berggasthaus Aescher-Wildkirchli

Appenzell Innerrhoden, Switzerland

An astonishing mountain guesthouse nestled against sheer cliffs.

Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls
Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls

Bern, Switzerland

A valley boasting 72 cascading waterfalls amid towering rock faces.

Mount San Giorgio
Mount San Giorgio

Ticino, Switzerland

A UNESCO World Heritage mountain known for its fossiliferous deposit richness.

Valère Basilica
Valère Basilica

Valais, Switzerland

A historical hilltop castle-church with panoramic views.

Caumasee
Caumasee

Graubünden, Switzerland

A stunning turquoise lake hidden in a forested glacial hollow.

Saut de Brot
Saut de Brot

Neuchâtel, Switzerland

A fascinating stone bridge arching over a scenic gorge.

Santa Maria im Münstertal
Santa Maria im Münstertal

Graubünden, Switzerland

A secluded village surrounded by the breathtaking Engadin Alps.

Creux du Van
Creux du Van

Neuchâtel, Switzerland

A natural rocky cirque offering hiking trails and spectacular views.

Binntal
Binntal

Valais, Switzerland

A remote valley renowned for its mineralogical treasures.

Hof Zuort
Hof Zuort

Graubünden, Switzerland

An idyllic mountain retreat located in a serene and remote part of the Engadin.

Vallon de Réchy
Vallon de Réchy

Valais, Switzerland

A secret Alpine valley experiencing unique ecological phenomena.

Iseltwald
Iseltwald

Bern, Switzerland

A charming fishing village on the shores of Lake Brienz.

Art Goldau
Art Goldau

Schwyz, Switzerland

An outdoor art gallery scattered within a wildlife park.

Verzasca Dam
Verzasca Dam

Ticino, Switzerland

An impressive dam providing opportunities for adrenaline-junkies.

Château de Chillon
Château de Chillon

Vaud, Switzerland

A medieval fortress on the shores of Lake Geneva with a rich history.

Wimmis Castle
Wimmis Castle

Bern, Switzerland

A medieval castle with stunning views over the Bernese Alps.

Evolène
Evolène

Valais, Switzerland

A charming village preserving the ancient traditions of the Valais region.

Müstair Abbey
Müstair Abbey

Graubünden, Switzerland

A Carolingian monastery with extraordinary frescoes and UNESCO status.

Schellen-Ursli Village
Schellen-Ursli Village

Graubünden, Switzerland

The storybook hamlet depicted in the classic Swiss children’s book.

Magical Blue Lake
Magical Blue Lake

Bern, Switzerland

A crystal clear blue lake located near the Kander valley.

Alp Flix
Alp Flix

Graubünden, Switzerland

A biodiversity hotspot and peaceful nature retreat in Graubünden.

Twannbachschlucht
Twannbachschlucht

Bern, Switzerland

A lush ravine with a bubbling brook perfect for light hiking.

Romont Glass Museum
Romont Glass Museum

Fribourg, Switzerland

A museum showcasing centuries-old stained glass housed in a historic castle.

Old Aare Loop
Old Aare Loop

Bern, Switzerland

A natural reserve area around the old course of the river Aare.

Gandria Village
Gandria Village

Ticino, Switzerland

A picturesque lakeside village near Lugano, often overlooked by tourists.

Trift Bridge
Trift Bridge

Bern, Switzerland

One of the longest pedestrian suspension bridges in the Alps.

Bettmeralp
Bettmeralp

Valais, Switzerland

A car-free mountain village with access to the Aletsch Glacier.

Rütli Meadow
Rütli Meadow

Uri, Switzerland

Considered the birthplace of Switzerland, where the historic Rütli Oath was taken.

Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge
Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge

Bern, Switzerland

A stunning glacier-carved gorge accessible through walkways and tunnels.

Chapel Bridge
Chapel Bridge

Lucerne, Switzerland

An iconic wooden bridge in Lucerne, adorned with centuries-old paintings.

Sistine Chapel of Graubünden
Sistine Chapel of Graubünden

Graubünden, Switzerland

A beautifully frescoed church in Zillis admired for its well-preserved medieval artwork.

Brunnen Town
Brunnen Town

Schwyz, Switzerland

A lakeside village with walking trails featuring historical Swiss landmarks.

Bremgarten Medieval Old Town
Bremgarten Medieval Old Town

Aargau, Switzerland

A well-preserved old town offering a journey back in time.

Viamala Gorge
Viamala Gorge

Graubünden, Switzerland

A deep gorge that has been a vital crossing point since Roman times.

Thur River Valley
Thur River Valley

St. Gallen, Switzerland

A valley offering a variety of outdoor activities in a pristine natural setting.

Wildenstein Castle
Wildenstein Castle

Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland

A hidden medieval castle perched on a rock dominating the land below.

Berggasthaus Aescher-Wildkirchli An astonishing mountain guesthouse nestled against sheer cliffs.

Berggasthaus Aescher-Wildkirchli
Berggasthaus Aescher-Wildkirchli An astonishing mountain guesthouse nestled against sheer cliffs.
Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls A valley boasting 72 cascading waterfalls amid towering rock faces.

Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls
Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls A valley boasting 72 cascading waterfalls amid towering rock faces.
Mount San Giorgio A UNESCO World Heritage mountain known for its fossiliferous deposit richness.

Mount San Giorgio
Mount San Giorgio A UNESCO World Heritage mountain known for its fossiliferous deposit richness.
Valère Basilica A historical hilltop castle-church with panoramic views.

Valère Basilica
Valère Basilica A historical hilltop castle-church with panoramic views.
Caumasee A stunning turquoise lake hidden in a forested glacial hollow.

Caumasee
Caumasee A stunning turquoise lake hidden in a forested glacial hollow.
Saut de Brot A fascinating stone bridge arching over a scenic gorge.

Saut de Brot
Saut de Brot A fascinating stone bridge arching over a scenic gorge.
Santa Maria im Münstertal A secluded village surrounded by the breathtaking Engadin Alps.

Santa Maria im Münstertal
Santa Maria im Münstertal A secluded village surrounded by the breathtaking Engadin Alps.
Creux du Van A natural rocky cirque offering hiking trails and spectacular views.

Creux du Van
Creux du Van A natural rocky cirque offering hiking trails and spectacular views.
Binntal A remote valley renowned for its mineralogical treasures.

Binntal
Binntal A remote valley renowned for its mineralogical treasures.
Hof Zuort An idyllic mountain retreat located in a serene and remote part of the Engadin.

Hof Zuort
Hof Zuort An idyllic mountain retreat located in a serene and remote part of the Engadin.
Vallon de Réchy A secret Alpine valley experiencing unique ecological phenomena.

Vallon de Réchy
Vallon de Réchy A secret Alpine valley experiencing unique ecological phenomena.
Iseltwald A charming fishing village on the shores of Lake Brienz.

Iseltwald
Iseltwald A charming fishing village on the shores of Lake Brienz.
Art Goldau An outdoor art gallery scattered within a wildlife park.

Art Goldau
Art Goldau An outdoor art gallery scattered within a wildlife park.
Verzasca Dam An impressive dam providing opportunities for adrenaline-junkies.

Verzasca Dam
Verzasca Dam An impressive dam providing opportunities for adrenaline-junkies.
Château de Chillon A medieval fortress on the shores of Lake Geneva with a rich history.

Château de Chillon
Château de Chillon A medieval fortress on the shores of Lake Geneva with a rich history.
Wimmis Castle A medieval castle with stunning views over the Bernese Alps.

Wimmis Castle
Wimmis Castle A medieval castle with stunning views over the Bernese Alps.
Evolène A charming village preserving the ancient traditions of the Valais region.

Evolène
Evolène A charming village preserving the ancient traditions of the Valais region.
Müstair Abbey A Carolingian monastery with extraordinary frescoes and UNESCO status.

Müstair Abbey
Müstair Abbey A Carolingian monastery with extraordinary frescoes and UNESCO status.
Schellen-Ursli Village The storybook hamlet depicted in the classic Swiss children’s book.

Schellen-Ursli Village
Schellen-Ursli Village The storybook hamlet depicted in the classic Swiss children’s book.
Magical Blue Lake A crystal clear blue lake located near the Kander valley.

Magical Blue Lake
Magical Blue Lake A crystal clear blue lake located near the Kander valley.
Alp Flix A biodiversity hotspot and peaceful nature retreat in Graubünden.

Alp Flix
Alp Flix A biodiversity hotspot and peaceful nature retreat in Graubünden.
Twannbachschlucht A lush ravine with a bubbling brook perfect for light hiking.

Twannbachschlucht
Twannbachschlucht A lush ravine with a bubbling brook perfect for light hiking.
Romont Glass Museum A museum showcasing centuries-old stained glass housed in a historic castle.

Romont Glass Museum
Romont Glass Museum A museum showcasing centuries-old stained glass housed in a historic castle.
Old Aare Loop A natural reserve area around the old course of the river Aare.

Old Aare Loop
Old Aare Loop A natural reserve area around the old course of the river Aare.
Gandria Village A picturesque lakeside village near Lugano, often overlooked by tourists.

Gandria Village
Gandria Village A picturesque lakeside village near Lugano, often overlooked by tourists.
Trift Bridge One of the longest pedestrian suspension bridges in the Alps.

Trift Bridge
Trift Bridge One of the longest pedestrian suspension bridges in the Alps.
Bettmeralp A car-free mountain village with access to the Aletsch Glacier.

Bettmeralp
Bettmeralp A car-free mountain village with access to the Aletsch Glacier.
Rütli Meadow Considered the birthplace of Switzerland, where the historic Rütli Oath was taken.

Rütli Meadow
Rütli Meadow Considered the birthplace of Switzerland, where the historic Rütli Oath was taken.
Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge A stunning glacier-carved gorge accessible through walkways and tunnels.

Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge
Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge A stunning glacier-carved gorge accessible through walkways and tunnels.
Chapel Bridge An iconic wooden bridge in Lucerne, adorned with centuries-old paintings.

Chapel Bridge
Chapel Bridge An iconic wooden bridge in Lucerne, adorned with centuries-old paintings.
Sistine Chapel of Graubünden A beautifully frescoed church in Zillis admired for its well-preserved medieval artwork.

Sistine Chapel of Graubünden
Sistine Chapel of Graubünden A beautifully frescoed church in Zillis admired for its well-preserved medieval artwork.
Brunnen Town A lakeside village with walking trails featuring historical Swiss landmarks.

Brunnen Town
Brunnen Town A lakeside village with walking trails featuring historical Swiss landmarks.
Bremgarten Medieval Old Town A well-preserved old town offering a journey back in time.

Bremgarten Medieval Old Town
Bremgarten Medieval Old Town A well-preserved old town offering a journey back in time.
Viamala Gorge A deep gorge that has been a vital crossing point since Roman times.

Viamala Gorge
Viamala Gorge A deep gorge that has been a vital crossing point since Roman times.
Thur River Valley A valley offering a variety of outdoor activities in a pristine natural setting.

Thur River Valley
Thur River Valley A valley offering a variety of outdoor activities in a pristine natural setting.
Wildenstein Castle A hidden medieval castle perched on a rock dominating the land below.

Wildenstein Castle
Wildenstein Castle A hidden medieval castle perched on a rock dominating the land below.