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Swiss winter culture - food, sport and nature

22 January 2025

Discover Switzerland's winter culture – from culinary highlights such as fondue to fascinating train journeys through snowy landscapes.

Winter in Switzerland enchants with culinary delights, sporting highlights and breathtaking landscapes. Discover fondue in cable cars, skating in the forest and panorama trains. Immerse yourself in a unique winter culture!

 

Schweizer Alpenhütte

Culinary highlights in the Swiss winter

Winter in Switzerland is hard to imagine without its culinary specialties. Fondue and raclette are among the most traditional dishes in Switzerland and are indispensable components of the Swiss winter. Exceptional locations offer a special experience where you can enjoy unforgettable culinary winter delights in cable cars, yurts or igloos. Find out online about suitable offers in your area and plan your personal winter experience. Another recommendation is Älplermagronen, a hearty combination of pasta, potatoes, cream and cheese – a dish that celebrates the tradition of Alpine farming.

Raclette

Exercise and fun in the snow

Switzerland is a paradise for winter sports lovers. Skiing and snowboarding are among the most popular activities, and ski resorts such as Zermatt and Davos offer perfectly groomed slopes. Apart from the well-known ski slopes there are also numerous opportunities for snowshoeing or winter hiking that complement your stay in the mountains.Those who like it quieter can enjoy ice skating on natural lakes or on a forest trail in the Engadine, for example. The magic of winter is combined with sporting activity and the outdoor experience remains unforgettable. 

Eislaufen im Wald

Winter magic on rails and in villages

Switzerland offers not only sporting highlights, but also spectacular landscapes. Train rides on the Glacier Express or Bernina Express allow you to experience the Alpine winter wonderland up close. These panoramic tours take you through snow-covered valleys, past frozen lakes and imposing mountain peaks. If you want to experience the traditional architecture, you should plan a visit to chalets and villages such as Grindelwald or Gstaad. The wintery atmosphere in these breathtaking places transports every visitor into a real winter fairy tale.

Panoramazug im Schnee

Winter in Switzerland is more than just a season – it is an invitation to immerse yourself in a fascinating world full of culture, enjoyment and adventure. The Swiss winter landscape has something for everyone and is crowned with Swiss cuisine. It is waiting to be discovered by you.