Excursion destinations in Switzerland: 26 ideas with Mobility
An excursion tip for every canton that’s worth visiting with a Mobility car – our fleet of more than 3,300 cars is looking forward to some great experiences with you!
Reserve in appAt a well-connected train station, you can easily switch to a Mobility car and gain time, flexibility and comfort. Starting right from home? Of course, you can also reserve a car directly close to where you live – with day package billing. Mobility is also great for longer trips.
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Leisurely excursion to Lake Hallwil
Panorama · Lake · Culture
The Eichberg above Lake Hallwil is the perfect spot for taking various short walks offering wonderful views of the lake and the Alps. In the Cabrio-Restaurant Eichberg you’re then tempted with seasonal dishes, primarily from own organic farming. Culture lovers can visit the nearby Hallwil Castle, beckoning visitors with its audio guide and cosy courtyard bistro. You can reach the free women’s and men’s bath in Seengen in approx. 15 minutes on foot from the castle. A dip in the lake will keep you cool on warm days.
Starting point (Mobility location): Aarau railway station
Travel time from Aarau: approx. 20 minutes
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Full of verve in the Alpstein region
Panorama · Scooter · Hiking
From Brülisau, the cable car takes you up to 1,794 metres above sea level to the high mountain station of the Hoher Kasten in just eight minutes. A 360° panorama of Alpstein, Lake Constance and the Alps awaits you during a culinary stop in the revolving restaurant or on the approximately 15-minute European loop trail. If you’re in the mood for a bit of an adrenaline rush, you can hike from the Hoher Kasten in approx. 50 minutes to the mountain inn Ruhesitz. From there, a 3 km descent on a scooter back to Brülisau – a fun alternative to the mountain railway. You can hire a scooter and helmet from the mountain inn.
Starting point (Mobility location): St. Gallen Railway Station/University of Applied Sciences
Travel time from St. Gallen: approx. 35 minutes
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Artistic houses in Appenzell
Culture · Walking · Cuisine
The main village of Appenzell will enchant you with its richly painted facades along the main street and the characteristic “Tafeen” (colourful metal signs) on the houses. One leisurely tour leads past the town hall, through the narrow streets and to small galleries displaying regional folk art. Until mid-October, Appenzellerland Tourism is offering a free public city tour every Tuesday and Thursday at 10.15 a.m. (meeting point Tourist Information). An Appenzeller Biberli (a gingerbread specialty) is a must to fortify yourself.
Starting point (Mobility location): St. Gallen Railway Station/University of Applied Sciences
Travel time from St. Gallen: approx. 20 minutes
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Excursion to the Black Forest
Culture · Hiking · Cuisine
Just under an hour from the border is the spa town of St. Blasien with its striking, domed-roof cathedral. A leisurely stroll through the old town and the spa gardens is a must for taking a coffee break with Black Forest cherry gateau. From the Mösle car park in Menzenschwand, just a 7-minute drive from St. Blasien, the Menzenschwand Goat Trail leads you on idyllic paths through sparse forests and open pastures to the Menzenschwand waterfalls.
Starting point (Mobility location): Liestal railway station
Travel time from Liestal: approx. 60 minutes
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From Basel to the Petite Camargue Alsacienne
Nature reserve · Walking · Wildlife observation
A few minutes’ drive from Basel is France’s first national nature reserve, the Petite Camargue Alsacienne. At this location on the border triangle between France, Germany and Switzerland, various types of terrain along the Rhine support an exceptional diversity of bird species. On several loop trails you can see herons, storks and similar. Information, art exhibitions, a barefoot trail and picnic areas await you at the visitor centre in the lockkeeper’s house.
Starting point (Mobility location): Basel SBB railway station/Central railway parking
Travel time from Basel: approx. 15 minutes
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Mobility round trip across the Grimsel
Mountain pass · Crystals · Panorama
Switzerland is known for its spectacular mountain passes. The route over the Grimsel offers a breathtaking panoramic view along the origins of the River Aare. Numerous scenic points invite you to linger for a while. In Guttannen, the kriSTALL visitor experience offers a fascinating insight into the world of sparkling rock crystals. One highlight is a guided tour of the Gerstenegg crystal grotto right in the Handeck power plant tunnel. Power plant tours can be booked directly via the Grimselworld.
Starting point (Mobility location): Bern railway station
Travel time from Bern: approx. 75 minutes
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A fun excursion destination to the Gruyère region
Cuisine · Culture · Relaxation
The small medieval town of Gruyère with its car-free, cobblestoned village centre invites you to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy a typical cheese fondue. Travel back in time to the Middle Ages with the free paper guide at Gruyère Castle. The Bains de la Gruyère offer a relaxing end to the day. The thermal bath in Charmey with its wonderful mountain backdrop is just a few minutes’ drive from Gruyères.
Starting point (Mobility location): Fribourg railway station
Travel time from Fribourg: approx. 30 minutes
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Annecy, the Venice of Savoy
Culture · Walking · City
The French Annecy is also known as the “Venice of Savoy”. Canals lined with cosy cafés, flower-adorned bridges and the colourful Old Town invite you to take a leisurely stroll. A walk through the Jardins de l’Europe and the Champs de Mars offers you wonderful views of Lake Annecy and the mountains in the background. French “savoir vivre” can be celebrated in the numerous restaurants and pastry shops.
Starting point (Mobility location): Geneva Cornavin Station
Travel time from Geneva: approx. 45 minutes
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Enjoy a Beggeli pastry by Lake Klöntal
Panorama · Hiking · Cuisine
The Lake Klöntal is a classic amongst photogenic mountain lakes. The circular hiking trail offers 12.65 km of stunning views without any major differences in altitude (145 metres). It’s worth packing your bath things and towel and cooling off in the Alp Fjord. A Glarus Beggeli pastry is a must as a snack. Whether the Gabriel or the Reichmuth bakery bakes the better pastries remains a local point of contention to this day.
Starting point (Mobility location): Zurich main station/Europaallee
Travel time from Zurich: approx. 75 minutes
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Cool off in the Graubünden gorges
Gorge · Walking · Cuisine
Two gorges await you in the Viamala Valley. You descend 359 steps into the heart of the famous Viamala Gorge. Below, rock basins formed by the water and memories of muleteer times await you. The Roffla Gorge at Andeer was developed at the beginning of the 20th century, inspired by the Niagara Falls. A leisurely 30-minute stroll takes you to the rock gallery behind the waterfall, which was built between 1907 and 1914. For connoisseurs, it’s worth stopping in Fürstenau on the way back. In the Casa Caminada star chef Andreas Caminada will round off the day with a culinary treat.
Starting point (Mobility location): Chur railway station
Travel time from Chur: approx. 35 minutes
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A cheesy trip to Saignelégier
Cuisine · Lake · Walking
Saignelégier is home to the spicy Tête de Moine cheese, which originated in the Bellelay Monastery in the 12th century. In the village cheese dairy the exhibition is open with optional tasting until the end of August from Mondays to Fridays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The gently undulating plateau with its pastures and Freiberger horses is the perfect place for short walks. A walk around the nearby Lake Etang de la Gruère, a moor lake, takes just under an hour.
Starting point (Mobility location): Biel/Bienne railway station multi-storey car park
Travel time from Biel: approx. 40 minutes
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Ibexes on the Brienzer Rothorn
Hiking · Panorama · Wildlife observation
The highest peak in Canton Lucerne, the Brienzer Rothorncan be reached directly by cable car from Sörenberg or on foot in just under three hours from Rossweid. In addition to a magnificent panorama of the Central Swiss Alps and Lake Brienz, ibexes often await considerate visitors on the summit ridge. On Sunday mornings, early risers can enjoy a sunrise cruise followed by a breakfast buffet.
Starting point (Mobility location): Lucerne railway station
Travel time from Lucerne: approx. 45 minutes
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“Switzerland’s Siberia”: Brévine Valley
Relaxation · Walking · Lake
The high valley of the Brévine is known as the coldest inhabited place in Switzerland and boasts a vast, unspoilt Jura landscape. The dreamy farming village of La Brévine with its typical Jura farmhouses remains comparatively cool, even in summer. The Lac des Taillères invites you to take a 45-minute walk along the deep blue water.
Starting point (Mobility location): Neuchâtel railway station
Travel time from Neuchâtel: approx. 35 minutes
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Goat hike on the Bannalp
Animals · Hiking · Panorama
From Oberrickenbach, a cable car takes you up to Bannalp, one of Nidwald’s most beautiful high-lying valleys. With a goat hike you can enjoy Lake Bannalp and the mountain landscape in friendly company. You’ll discuss the route and picnic area individually with the carer. And even without the goats, Bannalp is the perfect place for leisurely walks in unspoiled nature.
Starting point (Mobility location): Lucerne railway station
Travel time from Lucerne: approx. 45 minutes
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Try out the via ferrata at Melchsee-Frutt
Panorama · Climbing · Lake
The Melchsee-Frutt alpine plateau boasts turquoise mountain lakes and an impressive mountain backdrop. The Fruttli via ferrata is one of the simplest in Switzerland and is therefore also suitable for an initial cautious first try. If you prefer something more leisurely, you can explore the three lakes Tannen, Melchsee and Blauseeli or enjoy a leisurely hike.
Starting point (Mobility location): Lucerne railway station
Travel time from Lucerne: approx. 50 minutes
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Day trip in the footsteps of beavers
Wildlife observation · Walking · River
The tranquil wine-growing village of Rüdlingen is located directly on the Rhine at the cantonal border between Zurich and Schaffhausen. This is the starting point for the beaver trail through the habitat of this nocturnal rodent. Ten information boards along the 4 km route clearly explain how the animals shape the Rhine landscape. In between, benches on the riverbank invite you to linger and watch the world go by.
Starting point (Mobility location): Schaffhausen railway station
Travel time from Schaffhausen: approx. 15 minutes
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Insight into the daily life of the monks at Lake Sihl
Culture · Lake · Walking
The baroque Monastery Einsiedeln with its magnificent basilica is one of the most important places of pilgrimage in Switzerland. From Mondays to Saturdays at 2 p.m., the Einsiedeln Tourist Office offers a 90-minute guided tour of the Monastery. This gives you a unique insight into the Monastery church and the abbey library. Just a few minutes away, Lake Sihl invites you to take a refreshing break. The largely flat waterfront path around the lake is ideal for a leisurely walk and a dip in the water.
Starting point (Mobility location): Zurich main station/Europaallee
Travel time from Zurich: approx. 50 minutes
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Hike through the Tüfels Gorge
Gorge · Hiking · Cuisine
The wild and romantic Tüfels Gorge near Hägendorf crosses 32 bridges and footbridges along the Cholersbach stream. After a little more than 2 km, you reach Allerheiligenberg on the “Heaven and Hell” themed trail. It’s the same way back to Hägendorf, which is particularly pleasant on hot days. Once you have returned your car in Olten, you can wind down the day at the Aare Bistro.
Starting point (Mobility location): Olten
Travel time from Olten: approx. 15 minutes
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Above the treetops in the Neckertal valley
Nature · Panorama · Walking
In beautiful Toggenburg, you’ll find the Neckertal Treetop trail. On sturdy, wide walkways, it guides you through the treetops, providing an unusual view of the forest from above. The accessible path is equipped with information boards about flora and fauna. Be it from the observation tower at the end of the trail, from a cosy table in the treetop bistro or from a picnic spot – the view over hilly Toggenburg invites you to linger for a while.
Starting point (Mobility location): Wil
Travel time from Wil: approx. 25 minutes
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Peace and spirituality in Bordei
Relaxation · Hiking · River
The car-free mountain village of Bordei in the Centovalli has been carefully revived as a small eco-village and captivates visitors with its restored traditional stone houses. In this place of relaxation, spirituality and inspiration, social activities and retreats are also offered. In just under three hours from Bordei you can make a round trip to Rasa, where only about 20 inhabitants live all year round. The tranquillity away from the hustle and bustle makes the trip a true getaway. An insider tip for anyone wishing to experience unspoilt Ticino.
Starting point (Mobility location): Locarno
Travel time from Locarno: approx. 40 minutes
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Excursion destination Cider India
Culture · Walking · Lake
In the canton with the most apple trees in Switzerland, MoMö is waiting for you. At the Cider Mill and Distillery Museum in Arbon, you can gain an insight into the Möhl family’s juice-making craft either on your own or on a public tour of the cider press. A few minutes’ drive away, you can wind down the day on the lakeside promenade, with a view of the water. Several (food truck) restaurants by the lake guarantee a holiday atmosphere.
Starting point (Mobility location): St. Gallen
Travel time from St. Gallen: approx. 20 minutes
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Mysterious fortress: Sasso San Gottardo
Culture · Panorama · Mountain pass
Deep inside the Saint-Gotthard Massif, the Sasso San Gottardo Museum is housed in a former military fortress. A fascinating blend of rock, history, William Tell and crystals awaits you in Switzerland’s largest publicly accessible fortress. Choose the tour that’s right for you and book a suitable tour online. Outside, the impressive Gotthard pass landscape welcomes visitors with its historic mountain passes. An exceptional excursion for anyone who wants to combine history with an Alpine panorama.
Starting point (Mobility location): Arth-Goldau
Travel time from Arth-Goldau: approx. 50 minutes
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Mechanical creativity in Sainte-Croix
Culture · Panorama · Walking
MuMAPS in Sainte-Croix draws you into the world of art mechanics and cultural heritage. Mechanical musical instruments and music boxes, typewriters and Bolex cameras await you, showcasing several generations of ingenuity. It’s a good idea to reserve your place for the guided tour with demonstrations by phone. Sainte-Croix is situated on a sunny hill in Jura with sweeping views across the Vaud Plateau to the Alps. A short walk through the little town will round off your excursion.
Starting point (Mobility location): Yverdon-les-Bains
Travel time from Yverdon-les-Bains: approx. 30 minutes
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Well-preserved cultural heritage in the Binn Valley
Hiking · Panorama · Minerals
The Binn Valley, which is well-connected for drivers but has limited public transport services, is one of the quietest mountain valleys in Valais. The Binn Valley Landscape Park offers a place of relaxation with townscapes of national significance, over 20 chapels from the 17th and 18th centuries and unique flora and fauna. Mineral enthusiasts and nature lovers can discover the unique variety in the Binn Valley on a one-day excursion.
Starting point (Mobility location): Brig
Travel time from Brig: approx. 35 minutes
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10° Celsius in the Höllgrotten Caves near Zug
Cave · Culture · Lake
Near Baar, a cool 10° Celsius awaits you – even when it’s a summery temperature outside. The Höllgrotten Caves are amongst the most beautiful stalactite caves in Switzerland and can be easily explored along well-maintained, illuminated paths in about 45 minutes. The visit can be combined with the historic Morgarten memorial at nearby Lake Ägeri, which commemorates the battle of 1315.
Starting point (Mobility location): Zug
Travel time from Zug: approx. 20 minutes
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Bird paradise Neeracherried
Nature reserve · Wildlife observation · Cuisine
The BirdLife Nature Centre Neeracherried is one of the most important wetlands in the canton of Zurich. Visitors can gain insights into a diverse array of bird life from easily accessible observation desks. The special exhibition “Experience Bird Migration” with a migratory bird simulator and an orientation cinema awaits you. Just a short drive away, you can pick out an organic souvenir at the Müller Steinmaur farm store or at the orchid house.
Starting point (Mobility location): Zurich main station
Travel time from Zurich main station: approx. 30 minutes
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