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Swiss Parks of National Import- Preserving value and promoting The Federal Office for the Environ- Product label River, border and link > From Les Brenets to Biaufond: The great outdoors > From the Chasseral to the Ideal at any pace taking a quick detour to the dry Recreation and relaxation > Round trip from Gipf­Oberfrick Randen, vineyards, > From Jestetten ((D) with SBB) Something unique is emerging in Zurich Sihlwald Wilderness Park. Between nature and culture > From St­Cergue to Romainmôtier: ance are characterised by their sustainable management ment (FOEN) awards the park label Goods and services from the parks The Doubs River forms a natural 21.2 km. Hiking time: 6:25 hours. There are many aspects to the Chas­ Vue des Alpes: 28 km. Although the Thal Nature Park lies stone wall on the Probstenberg, Nestling between the rivers Aare bus stop, bridge: 5.5 km. Hiking In the northernmost corner of Swit­ to Buchberg: 13 km, 3:30 hours the Sihlwald forest It begins with a steep ascent of the The Jura Vaudois stretches from the 46 km. scenic beauty, rich biodiversity and Increasing numbers of communes for a period of ten years to parks are eligible for the Swiss parks border for 40 km between Switzer­ www.schweizmobil.ch/en, seral, the splendid mountain ridge Hiking time: 2 days of 3:20 hours right in the middle of Switzerland, before the path leads back down to and Rhine lie the hills of the Aargau time: 1:30 to 2 hours, longer zerland lies an unexpectedly diverse www.natourpark.ch Switzerland’s first Nature Discovery Albishorn. The path then leads into Dôle peak as far as the little me­ Hiking time: a total of valuable cultural heritage. The in Switzerland are adopting poli­ that fulfil all federal requirements. product label designation from land and France. In Les Brenets, this route 95 that overlooks western Switzer­ and 4:45 hours. it is a relatively unknown secret. the village of Welschenrohr. Jura. This is the largest natural option 4 hours. landscape waiting to be discovered (Wandern) Park is an approximately 1100­hec­ a jungle­like forest area with im­ dieval town of Romainmôtier, with 12:30 hours over 2–3 days. people within the park communi- cies based on sustainable deve­ Products and services from these the park authority. Twelve parks wonder of nature is particularly land. The pastures, vineyards, wild www.parcchasseral.ch Nestling in the hills of the Solo­ recreation area between Basel and www.chriesiwaeg.ch and experienced in all kinds of ways. tare beech forest similar to those pressive giant trees and gnarled its famous abbey. The park has a www.parcjuravaudois.ch ties are committed not only to pre- lopment. This is particularly noti­ parks which meet particular requi- already offer 1,200 different food impressive because here the river Etang de la Gruère gullies, plateaus and valleys bear thurn Jura, this is a place where > Round trip back to Welschen­ Zurich, where hikers can delight in The Schaffhausen Regional Nature Reiatweg which originally covered around 80 dead wood. The visitor centre in rich variety of natural features: serving this valuable resource, but ceable in the parks, where the rements can be awarded with a products – and the range is grow­ becomes a lake flanked by steep The Etang de la Gruère is an oasis testimony to a fierce desire to live Anabaptists’ trail nature can be enjoyed at any pace. rohr: 14 km. Hiking time: majestic fir trees, slopes dotted Linn nature and cultural trail Park is an area of expansive arable As the wooded hills of the Randen percent of central Europe. The Sihl­ the hamlet of Sihlwald is the ideal quiet forests, mysterious marsh­ The largest forest in Europe also to improving and utilising it for in habitants are aware of the spe­ product label by the park authority. ing. For example, the “Jurakette” cliffs. The lake’s tranquil waters of greenery located at the heart of with dignity. Its inhabitants, proud On this two­day trip you can disco­ You can cycle through countryside 4 hours. with orchids, orchards, rocky out­ This wonderful round trip through land, exceptional grasslands, wide­ gent ly merge with the Hegau, a wald forest has been largely left to place for a short break. The hike lands, wide open grasslands and Situated more than 1000 metres the economic and social develop- cial nature of the local and regional (“Jura chain”) sausage is produced are suddenly agitated before beco­ the Franches­Montagnes, between of their roots, are also pioneers in ver various visible traces of the life scattered with ruined castles or www.naturparkthal.ch/ crops and vineyards. It is the per­ Linn and its surroundings starts and ranging forests and beautifully region marked by striking volcanic its own devices since the year 2000. ends at Horgen on Lake Zurich. karst rocks. The region is a great above sea level, the huge Risoud ment of their region. area and of the value of the land­ Park label in the Thal Nature Park (SO). ming the Saut du Doubs waterfall. Saignelégier and Tramelan. A trail hi­tech industries. Quality watches, of the Anabaptists (a community hike along the thematic trails and wolfsschlucht­weg fect place to relax, to discover and ends at the enormous 800­year­old tended vineyards, and the unique stubs, this is where the Reiat lies. Since then it has been e volving into place for mountain biking, and for forest covers an astounding 2277 scape. This value also lies in the vil­ If a park meets the requirements, The Etivaz Alpine cheese from You can reach the waterfall on foot winds its way along this scenic famous cheeses, dependable va­ that sought refuge in the plateau discover more about the flora and enjoy your surroundings and to get lime tree in Linn. There are nume­ landscape through which flows the The most northern circular route in a natural forest with over 200­year­ > From Hausen am Albis to those who enjoy a less strenuous hectares. The trees are principally Significant scenic, natural and lages and the culture of the people it receives the protected label of the Gruyère Pays d’Enhaut Nature from the pier. The river continues body of water in the midst of a lues: everyone will encounter these region of the ), fauna, the geology of the region and Holzweg Thal, Balsthal and some exercise. At the heart of the rous legends and stories about the River Rhine. Take in the view across Switzerland leads along smuggler old giant trees, de com posing dead Horgen: 12 km. Hiking time: hike, there are numerous tradi­ spruce, providing wood of a very cultural value living there. Communes within the “Park of National Importance” from Park, the “Mostbröckli” (smoked its course through wild gorges, marshy landscape. Lush and beau­ while walking, breathing, eating, including secret gathering places local myths and legends. Altern a­ Holderbank park lies the Tafeljura between tree. The trail leads through the na ­ the region and beyond from the paths through the four villages of wood and wide­ranging habitats for 3:15 hours. tional auberges and buvettes – high quality. It is said that resonant Of significant value in a Park of Na­ parks work together and with other the federal authorities. The park and air­dried beef, served in thin passing through Goumois and con­ tiful vegetation thrives in the wet­ observing and chatting there: life’s with mysterious inscriptions, the tively, you may want to try out your The “Holzweg Thal” is a discovery Frick and Villigen, an area of high tio nally renowned locality of Linn, Randen towers, learn about the Bibern, Hofen, Altdorf and Opferts­ plants and animals. The result is a www.wanderland.ch/en/hiking­ farmhouse inns – serving local wood from this forest was used to tional Importance are forests and partners to develop visions and label is valid for ten years, after slices) from the Aargau Jura Park tinuing all the way to Clos du Doubs lands, which are also home to inte­ true pleasures. Anabaptist Archive, networks of climbing skills. And the less ener­ trail that introduces visitors to the plateaus giving views far into the orchards and open farmland, and countryside and its people in a tour hofen. Barbecue sites, restaurants unique jungle­like wilderness that in­swiss­parks.html specialities. construct some Stradivarius violins. waters rich in biodiversity, rare strategies to preserve these values which time the park operators and the cereal risotto from the before reentering France. resting terrestrial and aquatic dry stone walls and much more. getic can enjoy a good meal in one forest and its product, wood, via . The Aargau Jura, with its ori­ down to the wild romantic Sagen­ around the picturesque villages or and bathing spots make the tour awaits discovery. With a 73 km net­ Discover this mystic forest steeped habitats such as marshlands, allu­ and utilise them to develop their must make a new application. This Gantrisch Nature Park also all carry fauna. Pioneers’ trail of the many mountain restaurants. the media of art and play, inviting ginal valleys and villages, provides mülital valley where two dozen dif­ delve into the past at the Kessler­ all the more pleasant. work of hiking trails, 59 km of cycling Visitors Centre On foot through the Jura Vaudois in legend and stories of contra­ vial zones and dry meadows, and communities sustainably. ensur es that the park meets all the the “Swiss Parks” product label, Saut du Doubs On this two­day hike from the > From Sonceboz­Sombeval to them to think, feel and touch. a gentle contrast to the built­up ferent species of orchid bloom in loch. paths and 55 km of bridle paths, the The visitors centre of the Zurich Park band… unique landscapes of exceptional natural, landscape and cultural which guarantees that the product The hike starts in Les Brenets and Chasseral to Vue des Alpes, wal­ the Chasseral: 33 km. Wolfsschlucht – “Wolf’s Gorge” Artist Sammy Deichmann’s instal­ areas along the Aare and Rhine. early summer. A total of 14 informa­ > Recommended starting point: Sihlwald forest offers both recrea­ Sihl wald Wilderness Park is loca­ This 2–3 day hike takes you along beauty such as the Jura Heights in Fascination and enjoyment requirements, that the manage­ is a high­quality regional specia­ after three kilometers takes visi­ kers can discover how nature in Hiking time: 2 days of 4:30 hours trail, Welschenrohr lations present nature in new and tion panels provide insight into vari­ Rhine-vineyard route Hüttenleben bus stop in tion and the experience of nature. ted five minutes away from Sihl­ the ridges from St­Cergue to Ro­ the Aargau Jura Park or the Alpine The parks provide the opportunity ment works professionally, and lity from a park. The label is only tors to the trail’s first highlight, the Jura mountains was “tamed” and 6 hours. This hike takes you through the unexpected ways. They blend har­ Frick Valley cherry trail ous topics of relevance to the area. Enjoy a wander along the banks of Thayngen. Current and former native animal wald railway station. It provides main môtier, on to Mont Tendre meadows of the Diemtigtal Nature to experience nature up close and that all democratic, financial and awarded if the products meet the the “Saut du Doubs” waterfall, then by man. Nature, in turn, shaped the www.wanderland.ch/en/hiking­ many different aspects of the Thal moniously with their natural sur­ The Chriesiwäg cherry trail in Gipf­ the Rhine and a refreshing dip in > Round trip starting and ending species, such as the bear, wolf, lynx, information about the park, has a (1679 m), and down to the foot of Park. In addition, the buffer zones a­ learn new things about the natural spatial aspects of the park are requirements of a local brand and continues alongside the Lac de special character of man. The trail in­swiss­parks.html Nature Park. The route begins with roundings, inviting discovery. Oberfrick takes walkers through > Round trip from Linn bus stop, its waters. The route offers a myriad in Thayngen: 19 km, 4:45 hours deer and European bison, can be restaurant, souvenir shop, a large the Jura. Along the way you can round national parks and regional world; this might happen, for ex­ assured over the long term. Pros­ the services are essentially provi­ Moron on to the dam. The small with its many spectacular views an ascent through the beautifully the spectacularly beautiful land­ lime tree: 4 km. of highlights, from outdoor experi­ www.wanderland.ch found in the Zurich Langenberg wilderness playground and a mu­ enjoy the magnificent panorama nature parks are areas of well­ ample, on a “herb walk” or “marsh­ pective parks can request a provi­ ded within the park area. In addi­ “Halte du Châtelot” restaurant was leads along hedges and dry stone wild and romantic Wolfsschlucht > Several possible routes: scape of the Frick Valley with its Hiking time: 1–2 hours. ences to the culinary and cultural. (Search: Reiatweg or 902) Wilderness Park. seum. Opening hours: 21 March till of the Vallée de Joux, the Alps and tended cultural landscapes, un­ land landscape path”. There are sional candidate label whilst at the tion, they should be produced sus­ once a meeting place for smugglers. walls, mountain inns (métairies) (Wolf’s Gorge) and then continues 1:30 hours – 2:30 hours. abundance of cherry trees. The trail www.jurapark­aargau.ch or Look out for rare animal species at the end of October, Tue to Sat from the region. spoilt villages and valuable cul­ village shops selling locally pro­ development stage. tainably and help to strengthen the The Doubs River runs past rugged and other typical motifs. along the airy heights of the second www.holzwegthal.ch includes eleven information panels www.nvsc­boezberg.ch the “Alt Rhy” and rest your legs at Sihlwald wilderness trail 12 to 5:30 pm; Sun 9 am to 5:30 pm; tural as sets such as the St. Johann duced sausages, wine and cheese, regional economy. The federal level cliffs, at times furiously gushing and Jura mountain chain to Tannmatt about cherry cultivation. Direct tas­ beautiful picnic spots. This is where The hike leads from Hausen across closed Mondays. Monastery in the Biosfera Val and tempting regional specialities certification process ensures that then calmly flowing on to La Rasse. and on to Mieschegg. It is worth ting from marked trees is permitted. Tuscany meets Schaffhausen! the fascinating forest “jungle” of the Müstair (GR), which is a UNESCO in the local restaurants. this is the case. Consumers of the World Heritage Site. local goods and services thus con­ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 It is a combination of all these tribute to preserving and improving Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures ab 2018 Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Backed by the people qualities which makes Swiss parks the local biodiversity and country­ Parks originate in the hearts and unique. side, to promoting specific cultural Location: Northwestern Swit­ Parc du Doubs, Location: 10 km from Biel, Parc régional Chasseral Location: Solothurn Jura, bet­ Naturpark Thal Location: Aargau Jura, 40 km Jurapark Aargau Location: Swiss­German border, Naturpark Schaffhausen, Location: 20 km south of Zurich Stiftung Wildnispark Zurich Location: Jura Vaudois, 25 km Parc Jura vaudois minds of the local people. The pub­ values and vitalising the regional zerland, approx. 60 km from Place du 23­Juin 6 Neuchâtel and La Chaux­de­ CP 219 ween Berne, Basel, Hölzlistrasse 57 from Zurich, 8 km from Aarau, Linn 51 north of the Rhine, 30 km north of Hauptstrasse 50 Alte Sihltalstrasse 38 from Yverdon­les­Bains and Rte du Marchairuz 2 Zurich lic gives the impetus for the crea­ economy. Basel and 20 km from Neuchâtel CP 316 Fonds Cantons: Bern and 2610 Saint­Imier and Zurich Postfach 255 25 km from Basel 5225 Bözberg 8217 Wilchingen Canton: Zurich 8135 Sihlwald 35 km from Lausanne 1188 St­George tion of a park. Only then will the Tel. 052 533 27 07 2 2350 Saignelégier Neuchâtel Tel. 032 942 39 49 4710 Balsthal Tel. 062 877 15 04 Cantons: Schaffhausen; Area: 12 km Tel. 044 722 55 22 Tel. 022 366 51 70 federal government support a park info@naturpark­schaffhausen.ch Cantons: Jura, Neuchâtel Tel. 032 420 46 70 [email protected] Canton: Solothurn Tel. 062 386 12 30 Cantons: Aargau, info@jurapark­aargau.ch Waldshut district (DE) www.naturpark­schaffhausen.ch Population: 20 [email protected] Canton: [email protected] project and award it the park label – and Bern [email protected] Cantons: Bern, Neuchâtel www.parcchasseral.ch Area: 139 km2 [email protected] Solothurn www.jurapark­aargau.ch Area: 209 km2, of which Communes: 7 perimeter www.wildnispark.ch Area: 531 km2 www.parcjuravaudois.ch provided all requirements are ful­ Area: 293.5 km2 www.parcdoubs.ch Area: 387 km2 Population: 14 300 www.naturparkthal.ch Area: 241 km2 175 km2 in Switzerland communes / Population: 32 000 filled. The local communes play a Population: 59 700 Population: 37 000 Communes: 9 Population: 40 000 Population: 26 200 13 affiliated Communes: 30 considerable role in the park autho­ Communes: 16 Communes: 21 Communes: 28 Communes: 15; two villages on communes rity, making strategically important German side decisions about the park. www.parcs.swiss Ela Parc

Park categories Benefitting the local people Jorat Nature Discovery Park Gruyère Pays-d’Enhaut Regional Nature Park Gantrisch Regional Nature Park Diemtigtal Regional Nature Park Pfyn-Finges Regional Nature Park UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch Binntal Regional Nature Park THE SWISS PARKS SMALL WONDERS OF THE WORLD

Parks of National Importance are Nature discovery park In creating a park, the local popu- Strengthening identity The largest forest on the Handicap & Nature Trail Landscapes with people the painter Balthus spent his final Fresh air park near the capital were le velled by the storm in the Tradition on the alp Alpine treats Delights from mountain to valley > Bhutan Bridge – Illgraben round Like walking on cotton wool > Sonnentau trail circuit, starts Strong roots. Hidden treasures. resque hamlet of Hockmatta to divided into three categories: na- A nature discovery park is divided lation makes a conscious decision Overall, a park strengthens the po­ Swiss Plateau The five­kilometre route, starting In the Gruyère Pays­d’Enhaut Re­ years. The landscape in Gantrisch Regio­ winter of 1999. Wild landscapes, exciting disco­ What could be nicer than ending Grasslands and biotopes, idyllic trip, starts and ends at Leuk Almost no other region can boast and ends in Rossweid: 1.5 km. The Binntal Nature Park offers sur­ Bächerhischere and on to Grengiols, tional parks, regional nature parks into a core and a transition zone. to pursue a course of sustainable sitioning of a region. It can help to Lying north of Lausanne, the huge and ending at the Villars­Tiercelin gional Nature Park people, nature nal Nature Park is characterised veries: the Diemtigtal Nature Park your Alpine experience actually on mountain villages and towns, slo­ train station: 7 km. as many natural treasures as Hiking time: 1 hour. prises at every turn. This tributary which is famous for its unique tulips. and nature discovery parks. These The core zone provides an undis­ economic and social development ensure that services such as vil­ forest expanse of the Jorat is the forest hut, leads through varied and culture are joined in impres­ > From Rougemont to Rossinière: by forests, canyons and the unique > From Gurnigelbad to Zollhaus: offers many outdoor adventures an alp? Book a day helping with the ping vineyards and one of the lar­ Hiking time: 2:30 hours. the “Wild West of Lucerne”. It’s no www.mooraculum.ch valley in the is rich in miner­ three park categories have diffe- turbed habitat for local flora and in their region. This development lage shops or public transport are largest continuous wooded area on forest landscapes dotted with sive harmony: rugged hills dotted 15 km. Hiking time: 3–4 hours. Gantrisch mountain chain. The area 22 km. right on your doorstep. With 140 cows (“chüejeren”), or cheesema­ gest spruce woods in the Alps… the www.pfyn­finges.ch wonder that Entlebuch has been als, waiting to be discovered among > From Binn to Grengiols: 11 km. rent organisational structures and fauna. The transition zone acts as a should be in tune with local natural preserved and can encourage so­ the Swiss Plateau. With its many observation posts on fauna, flora with shingleroofed Alpine huts and www.gruyerepaysdenhaut.ch is rich in legends and stories, like Hiking time: 7 hours Alpine farms and over 10,000 milch king in the Füürhus before enjoying Pfyn­Finges Nature Park concen­ (interactive map) listed as a UNESCO biosphere re­ “Genuine Entlebuch” culinary the stones at the Lengenbach quarry Hiking time: 3:30 hours. pursue different goals. buffer for the core zone. In the tran­ and landscape values, and at the cial cohesion. A park may also bring springs and wetlands, it is a source and the mountains. Part of the historic villages with their stone the folk song “Vreneli ab em Gug­ (can be completed in stages). cows, heifers, sheep, goats and a platter of tasty cheese and bread, trates huge natural diversity in a serve. An enchanting universe un­ delights or on trip with an amateur geolo­ www.wanderland.ch/en/routes/ sition zone there is a wide range of same time maintain an outlook for new impulse to a region. For ex­ of high quality drinking water for route is laid out on a removable bridges over the River Saane bear Information centre at the Maison gisberg”. The low level of light pol­ www.wanderland.ch/en/hiking­ horses, the Diemtigtal is the lar­ assorted meats or the traditional small area and has an astonishing Info centres folds here: unspoiled mires alter­ The Entlebuch biosphere and its gist. Each summer the well­pre­ route­0169.htm National park opportunities for education, relaxa­ the local inhabitants and future ample, several parks have estab­ the region. The Jorat is a special deck made of oak from the local witness to a centuries­old culture. de L’Etivaz lution provides unimpeded views in­swiss­parks.html gest Alpine farming community in farmer’s dish, “rösti” (hash browns). variety of different landscapes and The administrative centre of Pfyn nate with idyllic Alpine meadows landscape are as varied as the served mountain village of Ernen A national park consists of a core tion and adventure sports, provid­ generations. Changes are therefore lished working groups and forums area with a very strong identity. forest. There are crossing places for Today the local people still celeb­ The Maison de l’Etivaz is the first of the stars. The unspoiled land­ Switzerland. The cultural and eco­ Visitors can round off the day with richness of flora and fauna. Finges Nature Park is situated in and pastures, above which Schrat­ wide selection of around 400 regio­ becomes a place of music, with Music village of Ernen and a buffer zone. In the core zone, ing an important contribution to desirable, but they must concord to discuss the future of the region wheelchairs every 50 to 100 metres. rate their pride in their region with Relais Infos – information centre – scape is ideal for relaxation. The Rüeggisberg Monastery ruins nomic traditions of this community a glass of wine under a starry sky, the centre of Salgesch and has tenfluh mountain thrones majesti­ nal products, ranging from culinary classical concerts of international The music village of Ernen has nature can develop freely and un­ improving the quality of life of the with the sustainability criteria to and develop concrete projects. Many Fountain Trail in the Jorat forest numerous folk festivals and cus­ established in the Gruyère Pays­ region has been designated as a The Rüeggisberg Monastery reached are still upheld and highly valued in the midst of fascinating moun­ Bhutan bridge – Illgraben reception area, library, exhibition cally. Whether you visit the Kneipp delights to original handicrafts and standing. In Grengiols a unique type become well known far beyond the disturbed. Human activities are se­ urban population. A nature discov­ which the region commits itself. of these projects, e. g. theatre eve­ For centuries, the main springs in > Round trip from the toms. And they take delight in d’Enhaut Regional Nature Park. It “Regional Nature Park of National its peak in the High Middle Ages. today, something which is clearly tain scenery. round trip rooms and a shop stocked with spa centre, take a guided tour, fol­ solid wood furniture. The “genuine of wild tulip blooms in the rye borders of Switzerland for its piano verely restricted. The buffer zone ery park is no more than 20 kilo­ nings, discussion groups, podium this region have been tapped to Villars­Tiercelin forest hut: 5 km. the wonderful countryside, the La provides general information about Importance” since 2012. This means This former priory of the Cluny order seen and felt. The Bhutan hanging walkway pro­ local products, books, information low the mire trail or visit the mire Entlebuch” products draw their es­ fields in May. Niederwald is the week and its baroque and chamber includes villages and cultural land­ metres from the nearest urban A park can offer many benefits to discussions and cultural forums, provide drinking water to the inha­ Hiking time: 1 hour and 15 min. Pierreuse and the Vanil Noir nature the park and the Alpine economy. that state support is provided for ranked among the most important > www.diemtigtal.ch/alpgenuss vides a very attractive way of acces ­ brochures and souvenirs. Further adventure park Mooraculum: Entle­ sence from the region and have hometown of Cesar Ritz, who music festival. Every summer the scapes managed in harmony with centre and is easily accessible by the local population. These might are the result of the direct initia­ bitants of Lausanne and the sur­ reserves being of particularly out­ There are two slide shows which projects in the region that bene­ monastery buildings in Switzerland. Springenboden Wrestling Trail sing the Pfynwald forest nature information, particularly about buch is simply inspirational. their own distinctive identity. founded the Ritz­Carlton hotel exceptional classical music festi­ nature, as well as areas for tourism public transport. include developing marketing stra­ tive of the local people. Such initia­ rounding towns and villages. standing beauty. give an insight into local cheese­ fit nature, society and sustainable It is located along the St. James Do you know the Wyberhaken? conservation areas, one of Swit­ events in the region, can be ob­ chain. And there is something for val is staged in the midst of breath­ or forestry. As its name suggests, tegies for the sale of regional pro­ tives strengthen the culture and Other less important springs and making techniques in Alpine cha­ business activities. Pilgrimage Route. Today, the beauti­ Home of Swiss wrestling champion zerland’s most species­rich loca­ tained at the entrance gates to the Mooraculum – the biggest mire gourmets too: the Binntal Nature taking scenery, thanks to the initi­ this zone provides a buffer which ducts, encouraging innovative me­ identity of the region. resurgences have also been tapped Chemin de la Sarine in the lets where visitors are invited to ful view, the well­preserved north­ Kilian Wenger, here you can find tions. The Illgraben channel flows nature park, from Leuk Tourismus adventure park in the Alps Park is home to many excellent ative of the now deceased pianist protects the core zone from nega­ thods of caring for the cultural over the years to feed the foun tains Pays-d’Enhaut participate in the summer months. Gantrisch panoramic trail ern transept and the mu seum draw out more about this popular natio­ beneath the walkway. It is one of in the SOSTA centre at Leuk railway Mooraculum offers a wide range restaurants. György Sebök. tive influences. landscape for farmers, or helping along the forest paths, formerly for The hike begins in Rougemont, The name of this 15­kilometre­long pilgrims and culture enthusiasts nal sport, which has managed to Switzerland’s most active torrents station and in the tourism office at of experiences in and around the to market natural attractions for the woodcutters and their horses, and which has several delightful buil­ trail holds no false promises. The from around the world. uphold its deep­rooted traditions. and has several debris flow events Siders railway station. mystical topic of the mire or marsh­ Römerweg – Roman Road The Swiss National Park, which has tourism sector. Some parks now nowadays for the delight of wal­ dings, and follows the path of the Gäggersteg footbridge across the per year. The Pfynwald forest offers land. The Rossweid ob Sörenberg The hiking trail starts in the village been in existence for over 100 years, offer new attractions for guests kers. Saane as far as Château­d’Œx. forest area damaged by Storm > Circuit from Springenboden: a wide range of natural attractions, area is full of natural wonders which of Binn, famous for its minerals, has its own legislative basis. The over 50 years of age and a wide The trail then takes you across Lothar will be the high point of 2 km, 1:30 hours depending on the season. can be discovered, smelled, felt, and continues along the historical park is one of the best protected range of excursions. Such activi­ > Round trip from the meadows to Rossinière. This vil­ this hike for children. Virtue was enjoyed and tasted at the park. path through the wild and romantic wild areas in the Alps. ties extend a park’s value­added Chalet­à­Gobet: 11.7 km. lage is known for its extraordinary made of a necessity here: a forest Twingi Gorge to the “auf dem Blatt” chain and create additional value. Hiking time: 3 hours. wooden buildings, including the reserve now exists in the area in chapel. It then leads past the pic tu­ Regional nature park They help to ensure that existing fa mous Grand Chalet, in which which entire expanses of forest A regional nature park covers a jobs are maintained and new ones rural area characterised by a diver­ created. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 sity of natural features, rich biodi­ Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address versity and unique cultural assets such as the Rhaetian Railway in Parc Location: north of Lausanne Jorat, une terre à vivre au Location: 80 km from Lausanne, Parc naturel régional Gruyère Location: between Bern, Fördeverein Region Gantrisch Location: Bernese Oberland, Naturpark Diemtigtal Location: Central Valais, 25 km Regionaler Naturpark Location: centrally located UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch Location: Upper Valais, 13 km Landschaftspark Binntal Ela (both in Graubünden). These quotidien approx. 60 km from Fribourg Pays­d’Enhaut Fribourg and Thun Naturpark Gantrisch, Schloss half an hour away from the Bahnhofstrasse 20 from Visp Pfyn­Finges between Lucerne and Bern Chlosterbüel 28 from Brig Postfach 20 va lues should not only be preserv­ Canton: Vaud Rue des Fontaines 8 Place du Village 6 Schlossgasse 13 city of Bern 3753 Oey Postfach 65 6170 Schüpfheim 3996 Binn ed and enhanced, but also utilised Area: 22 km2 1058 Villars­Tiercelin Cantons: Fribourg and 1660 Château­d’Œx Cantons: Bern and 3150 Schwarzenburg Tel. 033 681 26 06 Canton: Valais 3970 Salgesch Canton: Lucerne Tel. 041 485 88 50 Canton: Valais Tel. 027 971 50 50 to develop the region sustainably. Population: 46 677 Tel. 021 903 09 30 Vaud Tel. 0848 110 888 Fribourg Tel. 031 808 00 20 Canton: Bern [email protected] Area: 279 km2 Tel. 027 452 60 60 Area: 394 km2 [email protected] Area: 180 km2 info@landschaftspark­binntal.ch Communes: 13 [email protected] Area: 503 km2 inscriptions@ Area: 402 km2 [email protected] Area: 135.4 km2 www.diemtigtal.ch Population: 27 124 admin@pfyn­finges.ch Population: 16 500 www.biosphaere.ch Population: 1300 www.landschaftspark­binntal.ch www.jorat.org Population: 12 500 gruyerepaysdenhaut.ch Population: 43 500 www.gantrisch.ch Population: 2196 Communes: 12 www.pfyn­finges.ch Communes: 7 Communes: 5 Communes: 13 www.gruyerepaysdenhaut.ch Communes: 24 plus “gateway” Communes: 2 town Belp

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5 Attractions for visitors Enjoyment for all Locarnese National Park Project Beverin Regional Nature Park Parc Ela Swiss National Park Biosfera Val Müstair Gentle mobility Useful links to up-to-date information 4 1 3 2 6 13 10 16 17 18 8 11 7 9 12 14 19 15

Publishing details Untamed forest on Zurich’s door- its visitors. The parks offer special Nut tarts, apple cider, excursions come into close contact with locals Where Africa meets Europe drove their cattle in the other direc­ Home of the ibex and the third takes you from Turra­ Discover and experience > Research trail: 3 km. Hiking Pure wilderness! park. It also provides interesting in­ Where nature can be itself lous view of the striking mountain The parks plan their tourism activi- The Swiss parks also focus on Get all the latest news and even Interactive map step, studying an ant colony in the arrangements for families, groups and overnight stays: Swiss parks and learn about the production, The Locarnese National Park Pro­ tion to the Onsernone meadows. Four valleys and two cultures all hus via the Farcletta digl Lai Grand Parc Ela lies at the heart of Grau­ time: 3 hours with experiments. The Swiss National Park represents formation about the open and hid­ The idyllic Val Müstair is a world peaks and Piz Dora and of ties in a way that ensures that the ac cess via public transport in their more information about what the Find just what you are looking for Publisher: Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) Jura Vaudois, delightful walks in and companies, from guided walks produce unique products and offer manufacturing processes and ori­ ject stretches from the sub­tropi­ There are several highlights along in one park. The Beverin Regional back to Wergenstein. bünden and brings together the www.parc­ela.ch a pioneering achievement in the den secrets along the route. in itself. Lush green meadows and the imposing summits of the Ortler recommended hiking routes and publications. For this reason, most Swiss parks have to offer. on the interactive online map. Using the Locarnese National Park Pro- and excursions to theme trails and services of exceptional quality. Pro- gins of the products. cal Brissago islands to the Alpine this route, including Loco, with its Nature Park is known for its deep The Via Capricorn is a demanding three linguistic cultures Romansh, context of nature conservation in picturesque villages form a stark range. guided excursions are easy to ac- of their prospectuses and flyers the individual filter settings you Text credits: Switzerland Tourism, the Swiss parks, ject or exploring sites soaked in talks. There is also a long list of ducts and services can be found in village of Bosco Gurin, the only dry­stone walls stretching over 25 gorges, intact townscapes, crystal­ mountain hike, and even expe­ Italian and German. With steep Rhaetian Railway: Europe. Established as the first > From Stabelchod (car park P8) contrast to the wilds of the nearby cess using public transport. Gentle provide information about how to Newsletter can browse through the wide­rang­ Swiss Parks Network, FOEN history in the mountains of Grau- volunteer services, environmental the park itself, but are also available Markets, cottages and Valser village in Ticino. This area, kilometres, the sixteenth­century clear mountain lakes and ibexes, rienced mountain walkers need to mountainsides and expansive val­ UNESCO World Heritage Site Alpine national park in 1914, it has to Il Fuorn: 8 km. Hiking time: national park. This unique region > From Ofenpass to Lü: 9 km. mobility is an important criterion access the locations by train and Every three to four months the ing services and facilities provided bünden: experience the fascination education and adult education at retailers and at markets and fairs. “Gourmet Roads” where the African and the European lever press at Niva and the narrow called “capricorn” in Romansh. allow 8–9 hours for each of the leys, surrounded by glaciers and The Albula line of the Rhaetian the highest classification as a wil­ 3 hours. received no less than two awards Hiking time: 3 hours. for sustainable tourism. bus. Swiss Parks Network sends out an by all of the parks and find helpful Final editing: Christoph Grosjean, Liza Nicod of Switzerland’s parks in pristine courses. The UNESCO Biosphere Each year, the Gantrisch, Thal, Binn­ continental plates meet, is one of winding alleys of Intragna. These majestic animals thrive on three stages. mountain lakes, the park still has a Railway opened in 1903 and was derness area. In addition to all www.nationalpark.ch/en/visit/ in 2010. It is a small valley with www.wanderland.ch/en/hiking­ e­newsletter with all the latest information for an excursion, on natural and characteristic cultural Entlebuch is the largest Swiss pro­ Swiss parks offer a year­round tal and Entlebuch Nature Parks considerable contrasts: people liv­ the steep rock faces around Piz sense of wilderness. The historical listed as a UNESCO World Heritage plants and animals, all natural pro­ trails­routes worldly significance: The Val Müstair in­swiss­parks.html The accessibility of the Swiss parks A simple tool is available for plan­ from the parks and current offers. which you can discover nature, cul­ In­house consultants: Species, Ecosystems, Landscapes Division: landscapes and discover a whole vider of nature and culture excur­ range of exquisite food products, organise a market where locals and ing busy lives among palm trees at > From Intragna to Loco: 6 km. Beverin (2998 metres) and watch > Round trip from Wergenstein: villages in the valleys with their Site in 2008. Considering the con­ cesses in the Swiss National Park is now both a Regional Nature Park by public transport is an important ning your trip to the park: the Swiss If you would like to subscribe to ture and culinary delights. You can Matthias Stremlow, Simone Remund, new world of learning. sions. high­quality consumer items, ori­ visitors can purchase regional pro­ the lakeside, whilst not far away Hiking time: 2:50 hours. over the Beverin Nature Park, 49 km. Hiking time: 3 days baroque churches are a reminder ditions at the time, the construc­ are protected. The 80 kilometres of Zernez Visitors Centre and forms part of the UNESCO A la Riva dal – on the banks criterion for gentle and sustainable parks interactive map. the newsletter, send an email to access the interactive online map Christoph Grosjean ginal handicrafts and exciting acti­ ducts from the local communes, untamed nature reigns in isolated www.parconazionale.ch whose wild and natural landscape www.viamala.ch of the former importance of the tion of the railway was a gigantic marked hiking trails enable visi­ The Zernez visitors centre was Engiadina Val Müstair Biosphere of the Rom tourism. For this reason, the parks [email protected]. Newsletters pub­ at: Swiss parks have something to School in the park vities. It is worthwhile keeping an such as cheese, sausage, dried meat, valleys, wild gorges, dense forests stretches across 412 square kilo­ trade routes via the Albula, Julier project, comparable to today’s New tors to experience this fascinating opened in 2008 and is housed in a Reserve, along with the Swiss This thematic hike starts at the make it a priority to ensure that all > ww.parks.swiss/en/karte.php lished so far can be found at: Communication Division: Charlotte Schläpfer, Gabriella Zinke offer all visitors, from school clas­ Several parks offer a large variety eye out for the label for products vegetables, tea and baked goods. and on majestic mountain peaks. From Intragna to Bordei metres, giving a feeling of endless­ Gaping gorges – exhilarating and Septimer Alpine passes. The Rail Link through the Alps. On the landscape and its dynamics at striking, monolithic building de­ National Park and parts of Scuol source of the Rom above . recommended hiking routes and > www.parks.swiss/en/karte.php ses to families and individuals. of exciting programmes specially for and services from the parks as this The Aargau Jura Park has created a The area is dotted with secluded The first part of the route winds ness. experiences scenery, the people and their pro­ Albula Railway Adventure Trail or in close quarters without causing any signed by the Graubünden archi­ commune. A gentle walk along the From here the route winds its way guided excursions can be reached > www.parks.swiss/en/ Design: Metzger Rottmann Bürge Partner AG, Here one can explore Alpine land­ school classes. For example, the guarantees that the purchase of “Gourmet Road”, a circuit of 179 villages of ancient stone houses, romantically along an ancient bridle Viamala, Roffla and Ruinaulta – ducts make Parc Ela unique! the Railway Museum in Bergün, major disturbance to natural pro­ tect Valerio Olgiati. The beauty of high “Senda Val Müstair” trail af­ for 14 kilometres following the by train and bus. The Swiss Parks newsletter.php Parks photo portal with photo Erlenbach/ZH scapes, walk in gently rolling hills, Zurich Sihlwald Wilderness Park the product or service benefits the kilometres leading visitors to nume­ churches and chapels bearing testi­ path as far as Ponte Romano, the Via Capricorn these three gorges are impressive visitors can explore the history of cesses. The Swiss National Park the Swiss National Park can be fords wonderful views of this quiet natural path of the Rom via Ful­ Network maintains a close part­ competition trek over rugged rock formations or runs excursions targeted at pri­ park. Even hotels and restaurants rous producers and restaurants. mony to a once lively Alpine culture. oldest arched stone bridge in the The Via Capricorn is a three­day natural features in the park and Alp Flix mire landscape the Rhaetian Railway and its impact and the neighbouring Val Müstair explored there using modern tech ­ paradise and leads through pine dera, and Santa Maria as nership with the post bus company Swiss Parks app Each photo in the Swiss Parks Net­ Picture credits: Roland Gerth, Markus Gyger, semio / Nicolas stroll through blossoming orchards. mary schools. In the Diemtigtal offer certified services for dining The Gantrisch Nature Park has come valley. The path continues on to hike through Beverin federal no­ form gateways to its four valleys. The Flix Alpine meadow and mire on the everyday life of the people biosphere have jointly formed the nology and solid mechanical devices. forests and Alpine flower meadows. far as Müstair. The trail’s beauty PostAuto Schweiz AG as the trans­ The Swiss Parks app for iPhone and work portal draws attention to the Denis, Lorenz Andreas Fischer, Gerry Nitsch, Those interested in cultural and Nature Park it is possible to spend out. Fairs and special events like up with an original idea, so­called Ancient pathways from Intragna Rasa, a delightful village offering hunting zone, where ibex enjoy free Discover the myth­enshrouded Via­ landscape is renowned for its spe­ in the region. UNESCO Engiadina Val Müstair Bio­ The centre includes an exhibition, lies in the wealth of fascinating port partner of the Swiss parks. Android is your mobile park guide unique diversity and beauty of the Marc Amiguet, Samuel Monnard, Renato natural history will also find an a few days with a class on the alp the Swiss Parks Market, the “Gantrisch Hüsli” (Gantrisch cot­ to Onsernone Valley breathtaking views, and then on to rein. The hike starts and ends at mala Gorge, the majestic trail to the cies diversity. Children can discover sphere Reserve since 2010. audio guides in five languages, a Senda Val Müstair scenery, from enchanting river Indeed, a special post bus has which provides you with an over­ Swiss parks. You can upload pho­ Bagattini, Christof Sonderegger, Kathrin exciting programme on offer: his­ learning about the way of life and “Genuss” (Best of the Region) and tages) in numerous shops in the The picturesque Via delle Vose the picturesque Bordei, which can the Hotel Restaurant Capricorns in Roffla Gorge waterfall or the unique nature at six locations using the discovery trail for children, seaso­ The “Senda Val Müstair” panora­ mea dows forests and dense larch been designed which only runs on view of all of the Swiss parks, gives tos to the www.paerkefotos.ch web­ Käser / swissimage / Switzerland Tourism / torical routes invite cyclists on a the work there. In the UNESCO Bio­ “Genusswoche” (“enjoyment week” region, including in Bern, which leads from the hamlet of Intragna be reached via Terra Vecchia or Wergenstein. Former bridle paths countryside of the Ruinaulta. An researcher kit. A day of excitement Margunet nal temporary exhibitions, a shop mic trail leads from the Ofenpass forests woods to striking marsh­ routes within and to the 19 Swiss you tips on hiking and cycling in site and make your own personal Roberto Buzzini – FOEN / Gantrisch Nature venture of discovery, castles reveal sphere Entlebuch, meanwhile, in September) and special offers sell local products such as Vreneli to Loco. The Onsernonesi once Termine. take you up to the Glaspass on exhilarating experience is guaran­ and experience is guaranteed with The Margunet nature trail leads and information point. Special ex­ to the little village of Lü. This is a lands and flowering meadows. parks. Where gaps arise in the summer and winter, and presents contribution to promoting the parks Park / Federal Office for the Environment their fascinating history, and marsh­ school chil dren can go to school on available in the parks around cheese, Drachenhörnli (“dragon transported their goods to the mar­ Heinzenberg, the end of the first teed! the insect vacuum, magnifying through the Ofenpass forests to high hibition “Alpen und Hoher Norden” varied walk which takes you past access provided by railways, post information about top attractions, and, therefore, to nature conser­ and photographers from the Swiss parks land nature trails offer astonishing the farm. And why not discover the “Parks Day” (always on 24 May) macaroni”), the legendary Christ­ kets in Locarno and Ascona along > From Intragna to Bordei: 7.5 km. stage. On the second stage the glass and plaster for casting animal Alpine meadows rich in flora and (“Alps and the Far North”) until the idyllic little mountain lake of buses and other bus services, Bus accommodation and places to eat. vation in Switzerland. featured. new insights. Not forgetting the rich forest from an ant’s perspective in provide an ideal opportunity for mas biscuits and painted Easter this ancient bridle path, whilst the Hiking time: 3:15 hours. There is path leads down to the Safiental, tracks. The researcher kit can be fauna and provides a glorious pano­ 8.12.2017. Open all year round. Lai da Juata and affords a marvel­ Alpine, the organisation for public offering of culinary experiences: the Jura Vaudois Park, home to the discovering the culinary and cultu­ eggs. The Entlebuch herb and wild farmers in Losone and Centovalli also a funicular railway up to Rasa. obtained on the trail. ramic view over half the national transport access to tourism excur­ App for iPhone: > www.paerkefotos.ch Cartography: Kompetenzzentrum Geoinformation, mountain farmers give a taste of larg est known colony of wood ral variety on offer in the parks. plant market in Escholzmatt is sion destinations in the Swiss Swiss Parks Network known throughout Switzerland. Alpine cooking, vintners open their ants? 15 16 17 18 19 mountain region, provides the con­ wine cellars, “tasting trails” lead Guided enjoyment Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address Facts and figures Address nections necessary to cover those Address for ordering FOBL, Distribution of Publications to locals selling regional products In the parks themselves, guided An overview of Gourmet Weeks, last few kilometres. When it comes the print version (free): CH­3003 Bern such as cheese, sausage, wine and walks bring an informative element markets and park products can be Location: Southwest Ticino, Progetto Parco Nazionale Location: Central Graubünden, Naturpark Beverin Location: Albula region: Info­ und Buchungsstelle Location: In the Engadine, Schweizerischer Nationalpark Location: Val Müstair, 60 km Biosfera Val Müstair to reaching remote locations and Tel. +41 (0)31 325 50 50, fax +41 (0)31 325 50 58 bread. to the pleasure experience. In Aar­ found on the homepage of the Swiss 5 km from Locarno del Locarnese approx. 35 km south­west Center da Capricorns Tiefencastel, Filisur, Bergün, Parc Ela approx. 170 km from Zurich Schloss Planta­Wildenberg from St. Moritz and 130 km Center da Biosfera / being collected from them, Alpine Email: [email protected] gau Jura Park, for example, wine Parks Network: CP 323 of Chur, approx. 160 km from 7433 Wergenstein Savognin, Bivio Stradung 42 7530 Zernez from Chur Chasa Cumünala taxis are a good option for ski tou­ App for Android: Order number: 810.400.055eng Learning something new in parks walks take place on two weekends Canton: Ticino 6601 Locarno Zurich Tel. 081 650 70 10 7460 Savognin Canton: Graubünden Tel. 081 851 41 41 7532 Tschierv rers, snowshoe hikers and moun­ www.bafu.admin.ch/ud­1050­e The parks’ location in regions fea­ in the year. The Jura Vaudois Nature > www.parks.swiss/en/paerke_ Area: 220 km2 Tel. 091 751 83 05 info@naturpark­beverin.ch Canton: Graubünden Tel. 081 659 16 18 Area: 170.3 km2 [email protected] Canton: Graubünden Tel. 081 850 09 09 tain hiking enthusiasts. turing particular natural and cul­ Park runs mushroom excursions entdecken/essen_trinken Population: 2000 [email protected] Canton: Graubünden www.naturpark­beverin.ch Area: 548 km2 info@parc­ela.ch Population: 0 www.nationalpark.ch Area: 198 km2 [email protected] This publication is also available in German, tural values makes them an ideal led by a mycologist, and between Communes: 8 www.parconazionale.ch Area: 412 km2 Population: 5500 www.parc­ela.ch Communes: 4 Population: 1546 www.biosfera.ch French and Italian. place of learning. One of the key June and September the Diemtig­ Population: ca. 3000 Communes: 7 Communes: 1 tasks of a park is to develop pro­ tal Nature Park invites visitors to Communes: 11 © FOEN fifth updated edition: April 2017 grammes which sensitise and edu­ “discovery days” on five alps, with cate both the local population and overnight stays. In this way, visitors