Not far from Basel, nestled deep in the forest, sits a magical world of the elves for your children to explore. With multiple activities...

There is something absolutely magical about the autumn. Wearing sweaters, indulging in the cooler temperatures and experiencing the...

It's that time again when Basel celebrates the arrival of autumn with its fall festival. Herbstmesse will celebrate over 550 years (this...

At least once a year, we, the Fresh Air Parents, arrange a weekend away or take day trips with our respective friends. Solo parent time...

If you are looking for a pleasant stroll on a weekend, consider the lovely route from Lampenberg to Wildenstein and back to Lampenberg....

I hadn’t really thought much about it until I read an article years ago from Outside Magazine entitled, “Doing Right Means Sometimes...

As the sun finally made a long awaited appearance, we made a mad dash for the mountains. A full week into school and schedules and work,...

If your child is a fan of Globi, the famous Swiss cartoon that resembles a blue parrot, then look no further than Engstligenalp. This...

Get ready for a scenic adventure on the Buurelandweg Aargau theme trail. From the moment you arrive at Schloss Kasteln, this hike is...

"Trees are poems that earth writes upon the sky." - Kahlil Gibran Are you familiar with forest bathing? Forest bathing is a term that...

Are you familiar with Augusta Raurica? Have you ever visited this ancient wonder? Augusta Raurica is home to gorgeously preserved Roman...

The very short answer to the question, "Can children really hike to huts," is YES! Of course they can, but that it not to say that as...

This easy and educational trail is the ideal hike for a slow Sunday. If you reside near Basel, the drive is only 20 minutes away. With...

The Comic Trail Uetliberg with Ueli and Uta The new and exciting Comic Trail is now open in Uetliberg. Uetliberg is the urban escape...

A few years ago, we discovered a way to combine both the education of art and the natural world for our children. There is a lovely hike...

Snowshoeing is an incredible way to enjoy the winter months and spend quality time outdoors. When we first moved to Switzerland we...

Winter has officially arrived and we understand the need to shrug off the outdoors during these short, cold days, but if you dress right,...

The mountains are a remarkable playground offering countless hours of hiking, skiing, and outdoor exploration. While enjoying natural...

*Picture above not taken in Basel. Outdoor Playgrounds Claramatte – Klingentalstrasse 25 Located on the Kleinbasel side of the city, this...

"We created the book we wish we would have had upon our arrival in Switzerland."-Melinda We are passionate about nature. We retreat to...