Hiking and walking
in Switzerland (Part II)
Part: 1 2
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| There is no better place for hiking than Switzerland! |
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Part: 1 2
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Switzerland-4You: be Swiss-Happy!
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| Duration |
The duration is given only for the climb up, unless explicitly stated otherwise (e.g. for a circuit).
It usually takes half the time for the return into the valley. The duration should be considered as
nothing more than an indication. The effective time depends on the conditions and on your
physical shape.
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| Clothing |
In the mountains, the weather can change very quickly. You would be lucky enough to be
able to decide the night before, whether a hike should be undertaken or not, depending on
the weather forecast. This is obviously not the case for tourists, who stay in Switzerland
for a limited time. In any case, always be prepared for the worst: take a rain jacket, warm
vest, long sleeved t-shirt, a first aid kit, compass and detailed map of the area.
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| Food supply |
Although most huts are guarded, don't rely on that for food and beverages. Early or late in the
season, there might be no guardian at all. Some less visited huts don't have anybody. Get
informed before you leave. Or better: carry all you need with you. It is recommended to take
a lot of water, and energetic bars.
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