{"id":45284,"date":"2022-10-15T21:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-15T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?p=45284"},"modified":"2022-10-13T15:25:36","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T15:25:36","slug":"wild-camping-in-the-swiss-alps-omio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/en-gb\/culture-lifestyle-en-gb\/wild-camping-in-the-swiss-alps-omio\/","title":{"rendered":"Wild Camping in the Swiss Alps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A wonderland of dramatic peaks, glittering alpine lakes, and tumbling waterfalls, the Swiss Alps play host to hikers, mountain bikers, winter sports enthusiasts, wild swimmers, climbers, and campers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Swiss Alps are spectacularly beautiful any time of year, but really show off their awe-inspiring majesty in the fall. Leaves change from green to russet and gold, blanketing forested foothills. Mountain tops are mired in morning mist and meadows resound with the tinkle of cow bells as farmers guide their livestock from high-altitude summer pastures to winter shelter in the valleys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And with fewer people around to hinder your solitude, what better time of year could there be to embark on a camping break in the Alps? Hiking trails are quiet and campsites are emptying out as winter slowly creeps closer, while temperatures are still warm enough to sleep well in a tent. Read on to discover why you should camp in the Alps in the fall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is camping?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For novice campers, here are the basics. Camping isn\u2019t just about grabbing a tent and taking to the wilds (although read further to see how to do exactly that). Camping these days offers all sorts of options, from luxurious glamping sites to cozy camping pods.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Tickets to Switzerland      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Switzerland  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"45222\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/In-Grindelwald-Switzerland-you-can-camp-under-the-stars-1024x667.png\" alt=\"In Grindelwald, Switzerland\" class=\"wp-image-45222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/In-Grindelwald-Switzerland-you-can-camp-under-the-stars-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/In-Grindelwald-Switzerland-you-can-camp-under-the-stars-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/In-Grindelwald-Switzerland-you-can-camp-under-the-stars-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/In-Grindelwald-Switzerland-you-can-camp-under-the-stars-1536x1001.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/In-Grindelwald-Switzerland-you-can-camp-under-the-stars-2048x1334.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/In-Grindelwald-Switzerland-you-can-camp-under-the-stars-1568x1022.png 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/In-Grindelwald-Switzerland-you-can-camp-under-the-stars.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>In Grindelwald, Switzerland, you can camp under the stars surrounded by water and mountains. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The art of holidaying alfresco can be roughly split into five categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Staying on a campsite or holiday park in a tent.<\/li><li>Driving to a campsite or holiday park in a touring caravan, camper van, or motorhome.<\/li><li>Booking a caravan, lodge, cabin, pod, or hut at a campsite or holiday park.<\/li><li>Renting a glamping tent\u2014(bell tent, tipi, yurt, or safari tent) at a holiday park or campsite.<\/li><li>Going your own way and wild camping in a tent, touring caravan, camper van,&nbsp; or motorhome.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why go camping?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s indisputable that camping out in nature brings with it several health benefits: spending time outdoors improves mental health, a night out in nature reconnects campers to their natural circadian rhythms and aids disturbed sleep patterns. Not only does camping bring people closer to nature, but it also makes them get more active, improving fitness levels, too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fall camping in the Swiss Alps is fantastic for everyone\u2014families with kids of all ages might consider renting spacious yurts, safari tents, or lodges; groups of friends can catch up with each other by pitching tents together on a campsite and sitting around a campfire; while dedicated peak-baggers can overnight in insulated wooden pods before early-morning forays into the mountains.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"45228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Near-Lake-Oeschinensee-in-Kandersteg-1024x667.png\" alt=\"Lake Oeschinensee in Kandersteg\" class=\"wp-image-45228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Near-Lake-Oeschinensee-in-Kandersteg-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Near-Lake-Oeschinensee-in-Kandersteg-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Near-Lake-Oeschinensee-in-Kandersteg-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Near-Lake-Oeschinensee-in-Kandersteg-1536x1001.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Near-Lake-Oeschinensee-in-Kandersteg-2048x1334.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Near-Lake-Oeschinensee-in-Kandersteg-1568x1022.png 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Near-Lake-Oeschinensee-in-Kandersteg.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Near Lake Oeschinensee in Kandersteg, you\u2019ll find many places to set up camp. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When the only noise is the tranquil sound of birdsong, the rushing of water or the wind ruffling the autumn leaves, it\u2019s so much easier to relax and spend time catching up, listening to others, and rebuilding a sense of community with shared experiences. And very importantly, camping often means no WiFi, giving people that all-important digital detox (but always keep a phone charged and handy, in case of any emergencies).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Campsites in the Swiss Alps nearly always guarantee amazing mountain views and can be as luxurious or basic as you prefer, with facilities varying from a simple grass pitch for tents to high-end glamping sites with bell tents to rent plus hot tubs, shops and restaurants. Most are child- and dog-friendly (always check on booking), and can be reached by public transport.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is wild camping?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>But how about really getting away from it all by camping in the wild\u2014no fellow campers, no designated campsite, no handy restaurant nearby? The popularity of wild camping has increased tenfold across the world since the start of the pandemic as people seek to address mental health issues and reconnect with nature. Wild camping means setting up a tent in a remote location for the night. Camping in the wild is about taking life back to its basics: just you and a comfy shelter at one with nature, which in the Swiss Alps is one of dramatic mountain scenery, rushing rivers, and sparkling glaciers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"45234\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Wild-camping-in-the-Swiss-Alps-affords-a-relaxing-way-1024x667.png\" alt=\"Wild camping in the Swiss Alps\" class=\"wp-image-45234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Wild-camping-in-the-Swiss-Alps-affords-a-relaxing-way-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Wild-camping-in-the-Swiss-Alps-affords-a-relaxing-way-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Wild-camping-in-the-Swiss-Alps-affords-a-relaxing-way-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Wild-camping-in-the-Swiss-Alps-affords-a-relaxing-way-1536x1001.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Wild-camping-in-the-Swiss-Alps-affords-a-relaxing-way-2048x1334.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Wild-camping-in-the-Swiss-Alps-affords-a-relaxing-way-1568x1022.png 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Wild-camping-in-the-Swiss-Alps-affords-a-relaxing-way.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Wild camping in the Swiss Alps affords a relaxing way to become one with nature. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In Switzerland, wild camping is strictly banned in national parks, reserves, and wildlife sanctuaries\u2013pitching up and lighting fires in these areas can result in a fine of up to \u20ac10,000. Bear in mind that wild camping is only permitted above the treeline or in remote areas, and always show consideration by not pitching up near inhabited areas, climbing routes or ski resorts (in winter).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, wild camping <em>is<\/em> allowed above the treeline, on high-altitude alpine meadows, and on rocky terrain\u2014for example around mountain lakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to wild camp in Switzerland<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All ready for sleeping under the stars? Here\u2019s our pick of locations for wild camping in the Swiss Alps\u2014all are accessible from public transport, and there are a number of travel passes available to keep the cost down for travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Interlaken<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re heading to the mountainous Bernese Oberland region on your Swiss wild camping break, take the train from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/trains\/interlaken\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Interlaken<\/a> Ost station to the lively alpine village of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/trains\/lauterbrunnen-wnr1d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lauterbrunnen<\/a>, and hike out south of the town (or catch a bus) towards Stechelberg.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"45240\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-lively-alpine-village-of-Lauterbrunnen-1024x667.png\" alt=\"Lauterbrunnen\" class=\"wp-image-45240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-lively-alpine-village-of-Lauterbrunnen-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-lively-alpine-village-of-Lauterbrunnen-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-lively-alpine-village-of-Lauterbrunnen-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-lively-alpine-village-of-Lauterbrunnen-1536x1001.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-lively-alpine-village-of-Lauterbrunnen-2048x1334.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-lively-alpine-village-of-Lauterbrunnen-1568x1022.png 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-lively-alpine-village-of-Lauterbrunnen.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The lively alpine village of Lauterbrunnen is a great base from which to explore the natural surroundings and set up tent in the mountains. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hidden away under the steep cliffs of the Lauterbrunnen Valley, there are numerous grassy meadows edged by trees where you can discreetly pitch a tent. Just make sure to steer clear of any houses or the road and you\u2019ll be alone with views of soaring rock faces and the majestic, snow-topped Jungfrau mountain amid the sound of rushing waterfalls\u2014the most breathtaking is Staubbach, cascading 974 feet (297 m) down the mountainside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Kandersteg<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a lakeside wild camping adventure in the canton of Bern, take the train to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/trains\/kandersteg-cabrr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kandersteg<\/a>, then either walk or take the local bus to the Oeschinensee gondola\u2014from the top of the ride, there\u2019s a short stroll along a wide dirt road heading to Oeschinensee lake, famous for its crystalline water surrounded by rugged peaks. There you\u2019ll find a restaurant as well as barbecue pits if you feel like socializing with other visitors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"45246\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Admire-the-crystal-blue-waters-of-Lake-Oeschinensee-1024x667.png\" alt=\"Lake Oeschinensee\" class=\"wp-image-45246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Admire-the-crystal-blue-waters-of-Lake-Oeschinensee-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Admire-the-crystal-blue-waters-of-Lake-Oeschinensee-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Admire-the-crystal-blue-waters-of-Lake-Oeschinensee-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Admire-the-crystal-blue-waters-of-Lake-Oeschinensee-1536x1001.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Admire-the-crystal-blue-waters-of-Lake-Oeschinensee-2048x1334.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Admire-the-crystal-blue-waters-of-Lake-Oeschinensee-1568x1022.png 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Admire-the-crystal-blue-waters-of-Lake-Oeschinensee.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Admire the crystal blue waters of Lake Oeschinensee and the rugged peaks it touches. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If the object of your visit is total solitude, you\u2019ll need to hike around Oeschinensee for about an hour on uneven terrain to reach flat, rocky ground and pitch up backed by sheltering cliffs. Here you can find total peace disturbed only by the song of birds far above, and you can take the plunge and go wild swimming in the lake and even shower under a waterfall nearby.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Saxer L\u00fccke<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tucked away near Br\u00fclisau in the canton of St. Gallen, Saxer L\u00fccke is a famously craggy rock formation in Switzerland\u2019s Alpstein massif. Camping with views of the rocky ridge requires an easy and panoramic 1.5-hour hike from the Staubern gondola station (where there\u2019s a chalet-style mountain hut serving drinks and lunch)\u2014the route is clearly marked and on the way, you\u2019ll glimpse the shimmering turquoise waters of F\u00e4hlersee and S\u00e4mtisersee lakes. On arrival at the viewpoint, there\u2019s a small choice of wild camping spots on several hillocks with unobstructed panoramas of the rocky landmark.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"45252\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Saxer-Lu\u0308cke-is-a-famously-craggy-rock-formation-in-Switzerlands-Alpstein-1024x667.png\" alt=\"Saxer L\u00fccke\" class=\"wp-image-45252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Saxer-Lu\u0308cke-is-a-famously-craggy-rock-formation-in-Switzerlands-Alpstein-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Saxer-Lu\u0308cke-is-a-famously-craggy-rock-formation-in-Switzerlands-Alpstein-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Saxer-Lu\u0308cke-is-a-famously-craggy-rock-formation-in-Switzerlands-Alpstein-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Saxer-Lu\u0308cke-is-a-famously-craggy-rock-formation-in-Switzerlands-Alpstein-1536x1001.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Saxer-Lu\u0308cke-is-a-famously-craggy-rock-formation-in-Switzerlands-Alpstein-2048x1334.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Saxer-Lu\u0308cke-is-a-famously-craggy-rock-formation-in-Switzerlands-Alpstein-1568x1022.png 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Saxer-Lu\u0308cke-is-a-famously-craggy-rock-formation-in-Switzerlands-Alpstein.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Saxer L\u00fccke is a famously craggy rock formation in Switzerland\u2019s Alpstein massif. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel to Saxer L\u00fccke via train to Salez-Sennwald and bus to the Fr\u00fcmsen gondola, which travels up to Staubern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ticino<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An Italian-speaking canton in southern Switzerland, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/travel\/vizzola-ticino-rm4im\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ticino<\/a> is a land of delicious Italian cuisine, ornate Baroque architecture, and elegant lakeside towns like Ascona and Lugano. The less-visited Mendrisio in Merlot wine country is a springboard to hiking alpine peaks like Monte San Giorgio or Monte Generoso, and plenty of options for wild camping including the dramatic Nufenen Pass, near the border with Italy and at 2.485 m (8,152 ft) the highest paved road in Switzerland.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"45258\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Monte-Generoso-is-one-of-the-best-places-to-hike-near-Ticino-1024x667.png\" alt=\"Monte Generoso\" class=\"wp-image-45258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Monte-Generoso-is-one-of-the-best-places-to-hike-near-Ticino-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Monte-Generoso-is-one-of-the-best-places-to-hike-near-Ticino-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Monte-Generoso-is-one-of-the-best-places-to-hike-near-Ticino-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Monte-Generoso-is-one-of-the-best-places-to-hike-near-Ticino-1536x1001.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Monte-Generoso-is-one-of-the-best-places-to-hike-near-Ticino-2048x1334.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Monte-Generoso-is-one-of-the-best-places-to-hike-near-Ticino-1568x1022.png 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Monte-Generoso-is-one-of-the-best-places-to-hike-near-Ticino.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Monte Generoso is one of the best places to hike near Ticino. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the train to Locarno and then a bus going to Nufenen Pass Passh\u00f6he near the top of the mountain pass, where there\u2019s a restaurant, shop and car-parking spaces. Wild camping is possible by the side of two dreamy alpine lakes\u2014you\u2019ll need to hike so take plenty of warm clothes as it can be windy. Your reward will be awe-inspiring views of snow-capped peaks as well as nights of fantastic star gazing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vallorbe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Traveling with family or not a fan of high mountains? Time to take a wild camping trip that the kids can join too. Sitting almost on the border with France, in north-west Switzerland\u2019s canton of Vaud, the vast cave complex at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/trains\/vallorbe-56m6h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vallorbe<\/a> is a magical subterranean world of immense limestone pillars, stalactites and stalagmites all beautifully illuminated and reflect in the rushing waters of the River Orbe. The caves are also surrounded by forest crisscrossed by family-friendly hiking trails, including the circular Salt du Day route encompassing tumbling waterfalls and gorges.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"45264\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-River-Orbe-runs-through-the-settlement-of-Vallorbe-1024x667.png\" alt=\"The River Orbe\" class=\"wp-image-45264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-River-Orbe-runs-through-the-settlement-of-Vallorbe-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-River-Orbe-runs-through-the-settlement-of-Vallorbe-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-River-Orbe-runs-through-the-settlement-of-Vallorbe-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-River-Orbe-runs-through-the-settlement-of-Vallorbe-1536x1001.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-River-Orbe-runs-through-the-settlement-of-Vallorbe-2048x1334.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-River-Orbe-runs-through-the-settlement-of-Vallorbe-1568x1022.png 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-River-Orbe-runs-through-the-settlement-of-Vallorbe.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The River Orbe runs through the settlement of Vallorbe and is a wild and untamed area of the Swiss Alps. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To get there, take the train to the small town of Vallorbe and either walk or take the bus westward. Head off into the forest at any point that is suitable, getting as high up as possible before setting up camp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips on wild camping in the Swiss Alps<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When pitching a tent in the wild, the first consideration should be to treat the spectacular scenery, fauna, and wildlife of the Swiss Alps with the utmost respect.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"45270\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-Susten-Pass-is-a-private-mountain-1024x667.png\" alt=\"The Susten Pass \" class=\"wp-image-45270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-Susten-Pass-is-a-private-mountain-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-Susten-Pass-is-a-private-mountain-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-Susten-Pass-is-a-private-mountain-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-Susten-Pass-is-a-private-mountain-1536x1001.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-Susten-Pass-is-a-private-mountain-2048x1334.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-Susten-Pass-is-a-private-mountain-1568x1022.png 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/The-Susten-Pass-is-a-private-mountain.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The Susten Pass is a private mountain that offers spots to wild camp. Credit: Shutterstock&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The main mantra for wild camping is always to \u201cleave no trace,\u201d so leave any camping spot precisely as it was found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Arrive later in the day, and leave as early as possible. Only stay one night at each location and keep camping groups small.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t make any noise: be especially quiet around dusk, as that\u2019s when many animals are at their most active.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Only light campfires if it\u2019s safe to do so, and keep them small. Avoid lighting campfires if local rules forbid it (remember that possible fine) or you are in the middle of a drought or heatwave.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Do not disturb the site or move\/chop down any vegetation.<\/li><li>If you must wash dishes (instead of just wiping them down), use an eco-friendly detergent and make sure it doesn\u2019t find its way into water sources like streams or lakes.<\/li><li>Keep human waste away from natural water sources, and dig a hole to bury solid waste. Seal used lavatory paper into a bag and take it with you to dispose of safely and sustainably.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to pack for wild camping<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gearing up for a wild-camping trip in the Swiss Alps is all about keeping it lightweight\u2014you\u2019re looking for a balance between self-sufficiency and being able to carry your kit. 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