Discover Six Hidden Hikes in Switzerland with moxxis for Stunning Views and Happy Feet

Switzerland has 65,000 kilometres of marked hiking trails. That is more trail per square kilometre than almost any other country on earth, running from lakeside promenades to 3,000-metre ridgelines, through farmland, forest, and the kind of silence that stops you mid-step. We collected six of these routs form our moxxis retail partners. Who know their regions best and know that to walk and enjoy the view you need feet that don't hurt. So you can stop for the good view and not for the tired feet.

For this guide, we collected six routes recommended by our moxxis distributors — experts who not only know the best gear for hiking, but also the best places to use it. Because they understand that to truly enjoy the journey, your feet should never hold you back.

The best hiking stops should happen for the view, not for tired feet.

Before the hike, we need to make sure our feet are ready:

Hiking places significant stress on your feet, not only due to the extended time spent on them, which office workers may not typically experience, but also because of the uneven terrain. Starting with the right shoes is crucial. If you spend a lot of time in your shoes, it’s essential that they fit properly. Consulting an expert can help you find the best fit, as not all feet are the same and not every shoe will accommodate every foot shape. Experts at sports shops, like those from our moxxis retail partners, are trained to help you find the perfect solution. The moxxis foot analysis can be utilized to obtain precise measurements of your feet and to select the matching shoe.

Proper support in your shoes can alleviate stress on your feet. It helps save energy, provides stability and offers support where needed.

Benefits of moxxis for Hiking

• Lasting comfort through a perfect fit

• Optimal support through enhanced stability

• Less foot and leg fatigue thanks to better pressure distribution

• Enhanced performance through optimized power transfer

moxxis are available at the start of each of these trails at our retail partners. For the best foot experience, we recommend breaking in your hiking boots together with your moxxis before hitting the trail.

moxxi's Ultimate Guide to Hiking with Happy Feet

Every region in Switzerland has routes that don't make it into the tourism brochures. The ones the sports shop team walks on Sunday. The ones the boot fitter recommends to regulars but never posts online. We went to six of our partner shops and asked for exactly those routes. What follows is their answer.

The Hidden Gem in the Heart of Switzerland (Buochs, Nidwalden)

by Arena Sport & Sportschuhfitting

Buochs sits on the southern shore of Lake Lucerne, where the road runs out between mountains that grow so steeply from the water they look like a late addition to the scene. It's home to Sportschuhfitting and Arena Sport, the go-to outdoor and alpine specialist on the lake, covering winter sports, mountain sports, climbing, ski touring, hiking, and extreme sports for all skill levels. Their favorite route follows the shore to the Grether Bucht, a calm bay with a fireplace and an open view over the water, then climbs to the Nase headland where the lake opens on both sides. From there up to St. Jost Chapel, a 14th century pilgrimage site with a small self-service kiosk at the top. The descent runs back through forest to Buochs.

Start / Finish: Arena Sport, Ennetbürgerstrasse 4, 6374 Buochs

Difficulty: Easy (T1)

Highlight:  Quiet lakeside sections, hidden swimming spots, and panoramic views over Lake Lucerne from the "Nase" viewpoint.

Hiking Route: Hiking Route: Arena Sport Buochs → Grether Bucht (lakeside fireplace) → Nase viewpoint → St. Jost Chapel (small self-service kiosk) → Arena Sport Buochs

The Scenic Break in Switzerland’s Capital (Bern)

by Orthozone

Bern, the capital of Switzerland, is home to the Federal Parliament, the bears that gave the city its name, and one of the most beautiful old towns in the country. It is also home to Orthozone, a foot orthopedics and podiatry specialist at Spitalgasse 2. From custom insoles and gait analysis to boot fitting and podiatry, the team are true experts in everything related to feet.

When your front door opens onto a city as beautiful as Bern, you do not need to go far to find a great route. That is why the Orthozone team shared one of their favourite ways to spend a midday break: a run along the Aare.

The route starts right outside their door and follows the river through the city. And if you do not run, it is just as enjoyable as a walk, with stops along the way from Gelateria di Berna to some of the best viewpoints along the river.

Start / Finish: Orthozone, Spitalgasse 2, 3011 Bern

Difficulty: medium

Tip: Reward yourself afterwards with a gelato from Gelateria di Berna.

Running Route:  Orthozone → along the Aare River → Gelateria di Berna (for a mid‑run gelato) → Schönausteg bridge → Bärengraben → Altenbergsteg suspension bridge → Waisenhausplatz → return to Orthozone.

Along the River to Lake Davos (Davos, Grisons)

by Angerer Sport

Davos is known for the World Economic Forum, the hockey club and the long promenade. It's also home to Angerer Sport, a family business on the Davos Promenade since 1949, specializing in skiing, mountain sports, and running. The team consists of experts in skiing, ambitious trail runners and fascinated hikers.

For our guide they picked something for the experienced hiker: a postal bus toward the Flüela Pass, a turn off at Tschuggen, and a landscape that has nothing to do with the rest of Davos. The path climbs to the Hüreli at 2,483 metres, where the valley opens completely below you. The descent leads through alpine rose fields to Alp Drusatscha, where the Mäderbeiz Pischa serves a beer and Walliser cheese. Follow the stream down until the Lake Davos appears. Swimming here is not an optional finish.

Start: Angerer Sport, Promenade 50, 7270 Davos Platz — then postal bus to Tschuggen

Difficulty: Hard

Tip: Begin the route with lunch at Gasthaus Tschuggen — their Nüsslisalat alone is worth the stop. On the way down, Mäderbeiz Pischa is the perfect place for a quick break before ending the hike with a cold swim in Lake Davos.

Route: Angerer Sport → bus to Tschuggen → Pischa → Hüreli ridge → Chaltboden → Drusatscha → Davoser See promenade → Davos Dorf

Exploring what the Glacier Left Behind (Herzogenbuchsee, Bern)

by Ingold Sport

Herzogenbuchsee, located in the heart of the Bernese Mittelland, is often overlooked. This charming area is home to Ingold Sport, a family-run sports retailer founded in 1973, specializing in running, hiking, and winter sports. They offer services like in-house running analysis, custom footbeds, and a full workshop for outdoor enthusiasts.

Their favorite trail guides adventurers to the Steinhof, a glacial boulder from the last ice age, and proceeds to the Aeschisee and Inkwilersee, two breathtaking lakes with vivid turquoise waters during summer. The flat terrain, featuring fields and forest edges against the Jura horizon, provides a picturesque setting for a journey focused on exploration rather than elevation. The timeless Steinhof invites explorers to pause and appreciate the lasting beauty of this concealed landscape.

Start / Finish: Ingoldsport, Herzogenbuchse, Kirchgasse 6, 3360 Herzogenbuchsee

Difficulty: Easy

Hiking Route: Ingold Sport → Steinhof → Aesch → Inkwilersee → back to Herzogenbuchsee.

Tip: Take a dip in the beautiful

Through the Woods and over Rocks (Saas-Fee, Valais)

by Glacier Sport

Saas-Fee is famous for its breathtaking slopes and as the backdrop of Wham!’s “Last Christmas” music video. But the idyllic village at the end of the Saas Valley offers far more than skiing, from scenic hikes to outdoor adventures.

At Dorfstrasse 52, just a few steps from the gondola, you’ll find Glacier Sport. This family-run shop is known for friendly service, expert advice and top-quality gear. When it comes to exploring Saas-Fee on foot, the team recommends two very different routes, depending on your time, energy and sense of adventure.

The Village Loop Trail

The trail passes through larch forest along historic suonen irrigation channels, past an old water mill and a fireplace in the woods. At the end a Kneipp footbath under the trees. Cold water on bare feet. It works immediately.

Start / Finish: Postrondell Saas-Fee

Difficulty: Easy

Hiking Trail: Intersport Glacier / Postrondell → Wildi → Bärufalla → Melchbodu → Obere Hohenegg → Alte Hohenegg → Oberer Hoheneggweg → Stafelwald → Tunnel → Lawinenmauer → Lehnlift → Damm → Wassermühle → Talstation Felskinn → Suone → return to Postrondell

The Steinwildpfad

The trail crosses boulder fields and alpine rose slopes over the Mällig, with the Saas Valley and its four-thousanders below you. Ibex move through this area. Start with the first cable car and your chances of meeting one up close are real.

Start: Intersport Glacier Saas-Fee, Dorfstrasse 52, 3906 Saas-Fee

Difficulty: Medium

Tip: Keep an eye out for Alpine ibex, one of Switzerland’s most iconic mountain animals.

Hiking Route: Hannig cable‑car top station → Mällig → entrance to the Höhenweg Grächen → Obere Senggbodu → Bärufalla → Wildi, then back to Saas‑Fee.

Five Lakes and a Mountain like no other (Zermatt, Valais)

by Julen Sport

Zermatt may be world-renowned for the Matterhorn, but tucked away in its heart is Julen Sport, a beloved local gem since 1958. Founded by Lauberhorn slalom champion Martin Julen and still lovingly run by his family, this shop is a haven for skiers, snowboarders, and anyone seeking the perfect boot fit. Their knowledge of these mountain trails is second nature.

Their Hike is one of the most classic hikes you can do. The fünd seen Wanderung. Scenic but a clasis so the locals also like it the  hile connects together Stellisee, Grindjisee, Grünsee, Moosjisee, and Leisee, each lake revealing a new angle and mood of the Matterhorn. Stellisee’s mirror-like surface captures the iconic image you have probably admired on Alpine postcards. Experiencing this view in person is unforgettable, a true rite of passage for mountain lovers.

Start: Julen Sport, Hofmattstrasse 4, 3920 Zermatt

Cable car: Sunnegga gondola from Zermatt (top station 2,288 m)

Difficulty: Easy to medium

Tip: Stop at Grünsee (2,395 m) or Leisee to make a picknick

Hiking Route: Sunnegga → Stellisee → Grindjisee → Grünsee → Moosjisee → Leisee → SunneggaIch

What is your favorite hike?

Maybe it’s not the highest summit or the most famous lake. Maybe it’s the trail you return to every year. The one with the perfect lunch spot, the quiet forest section, or the view that makes everyone stop talking for a second.

That’s the thing about hiking in Switzerland. And the best hikes are never remembered because your feet hurt.

So wherever your next route begins — from a village sports shop, a train station, a cable car, or directly outside your front door — make sure your feet are ready to carry you further.

See you on the trail.

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