Fresh Air Kids Switzerland

How to spend more time outdoors as a family. Five easy tips for everyone! We have spent years doing our best to create a nature rich...

Please join us for a family-friendly hike (though not stroller friendly) from the Sissach Banhof, through the streets of Sissach. Our...

Searching for the perfect spring hike doesn’t have to be a chore. In fact, we recently discovered one of the most beautiful hikes not far...

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

We are thrilled to announce that we will be joining the Basel Children's Trust (BCT) for a spring hike on one of our favorite trails. If...

How to Hike in the Rain with Kids Hiking in the rain can be an incredible experience, but without adequate preparation and the right...

Despite the current snow and unpredictable spring weather, it's time to start making your summer plans. If those plans include hiking to...

Did you know that today is the International Day of Forests? March 21 is the official day of the forests, as it was established by the...

Let's face it, parenting is a tough gig. There is not a manual that discloses how to get it just right, nor do you receive a baby in your...

Winter Hiking Trails: If you are new to Switzerland or just visiting during the winter months, it's quite possible you have seen the pink...

Snow Hiking Tip: Grab a pair of spikes for your boots for hiking over ice and snow. We keep these tucked in our backpacks and pull them...

Have you heard of Rega the Swiss Air Rescue Service? This non-profit organization was founded in 1952 by Dr. Rudolf Bucher. By offering...

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

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

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,...

I recently wrote an in depth article for one of our partners, Momizen on why children need the natural world. Though that idea is not...

Here is the honest truth; there is no such thing as a perfect trail family. Nope, it simply doesn’t exist. We spend loads of time outside...

“As the most intellectually capable species on planet Earth, how is it possible that we are destroying our only home?” - Jane Goodall,...

Before we start this post, we think it is important to note that the folks in charge of the Comic Trails work extremely hard to put...

If you are new, or even well acquainted with Switzerland and looking for tips for self-guided tours throughout the county, our books,...