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10th National Swiss Parks Market, 21 May 2026

On 21 May 2026, the Bundesplatz will transform into a festival of culinary delights. Taste the finest regional specialities from the Swiss parks and meet passionate producers! The programme includes tastings, games and activities for young and old, music – everything you need to enjoy for a great time. Save the date!

9th national Swiss parks market, 15th May 2025

Am Donnerstag, 15. Mai 2025, ist der Pärke-Markt zurück auf dem Bundesplatz in Bern. Auf dem Programm stehen Spezialitäten, Degustationen, Spiele und Mitmach-Aktivitäten an den Ständen, Musik und alles, was es braucht für eine gute Zeit. Reservieren Sie sich das Datum schon jetzt!
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UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Rossweid - Kemmeribodenbad

Open

Scenic hike through the charming moor and mountain landscape in Sörenberg, with a heavenly fine Merängge awaiting at the end.

Hiking trail
Time required: 2 hours 25 minutesLength: 9.19km
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Rossweid gondola lift

The Rossweid in Sörenberg is the meeting place for families and nature lovers - in winter as well as in summer.

Infrastructure SummerInfrastructure WinterFunicular
Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut

Rougemont - Les Combes

In Rougemont, formerly a Cluniac location, a church built at the end of the 11th century can be admired with its wooden façade and magnificent paintings. The trail leads along the banks of the River Saane to the hamlet of Les Combes.

Theme trailHiking trailOther routes
Time required: 1 hourLength: 3.90km
Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut

Rougemont – Château-d’Œx par les Ciernes Picat

From the village of Rougemont the trail ascend to the hamlet of Ciernes Picat. The walk leads past several alpine farms that produce Etivaz AOP up to the saddle, and then it descends again to Château-d'Oex.

Theme trailHiking trailOther routes
Time required: 3 hours 45 minutesLength: 11.90km
Jurapark Aargau

rund um sulz

rund um sulz is a 25-kilometer long, varied circular route with a connection to the Fricktal Höhenweg. Hike through wild forests and picturesque cultural landscape, enjoy the view, and refresh yourself with regional delicacies.

Hiking trail
Time required: 6 hours 37 minutesLength: 24.07km
Parc du Doubs

Rundgang durch die Wytweiden

Offen

Entecken Sie auf diesem Rundweg durch die Wytweiden die typische Landschaft des Jurabogens!

Theme trailHiking trail
Time required: 2 hoursLength: 6.00km
Naturpark Beverin

Rundwanderung Rheinschlucht

Rundwanderung RheinschluchtAuf dieser Rundwanderung erleben Sie die Rheinschlucht hautnah. Die Rundwanderung kann in Vesam oder in Valendas gestartet werden.

Hiking trail
Length: 17.10km
Naturpark Beverin

Rundwanderung Steilertal

Rundwanderung SteilertalDie Rundwanderung führt über Weiden und Wiesen ins unberührte Bergtal zwischen Alperschällihorn und Piazzas d'Anarosa.

Hiking trail
Naturpark Thal

Rüttelhorn

Offen

Spektakuläre Rundwanderung von Matzendorf auf das Rüttelhorn. Eine traumhafte Aussicht belohnt Sie auf dem Gipfel.

Hiking trail
Time required: 4 hours 15 minutesLength: 12.93km
Naturpark Beverin

Safien Valley Legend Trail

Illustrated boards indicate the legends at the scene of the event along stage 3 of the Safien Valley Walser Trail. In the actionbound App the legends can heard or read in the "Legend Booklet".

Theme trail
Time required: 4 hoursLength: 13.00km
Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois

Sapin à Siméon nature trail

A dozen headstones along the trail provide information about the Jura vaudois regional nature Park’s wealth of natural heritage and the history of its forestry and pastoral farming.

Theme trail
Time required: 45 minutesLength: 1.70km
Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

Savurando - treasure hunt

An exciting treasure hunt through Pfyn-Finges Nature Park. Discover charming villages, impressive terraced vineyards and beautiful landscapes, combined with delicious local specialties.

Hiking trail
Time required: 6 hoursLength: 9.50km
Parc régional Chasseral

Savurando Parc Chasseral

Discover the origins of Tête de Moine PDO fondue through riddles, encounters and tastings along the Savurando in the Parc Chasseral.

Theme trail
Time required: 4 hoursLength: 8.50km
Regionaler Naturpark Schaffhausen

Savurando Regional Nature Park Schaffhausen

On this treasure hunt, guests follow enigmatic clues and hike through the hilly landscape of the Lower Reiat. Along the way, they enjoy a regional culinary treat from our producers.

Theme trail
Time required: 3 hours 30 minutesLength: 8.00km
Regionaler Naturpark Schaffhausen

Schaffhauserland Bike no. 50

Via the Rhine Falls and Jestetten (D) over the wooded Rossberg to the sun-drenched Klettgau, the largest wine-growing region in Schaffhausen.

Mountainbike trail
Time required: 3 hoursLength: 32.00km
Landschaftspark Binntal

Schatzsuche in Binn

Der Start ist im Tourismusbüro. Die Teilnehmenden folgen den verschiedenen Posten, welche ihnen den Weg weisen.

Infrastructure Summer
Parc du Doubs

Schatzsuche zum Thema Schmuggel

An der außergewöhnlichen Kulisse des Saut-du-Doubs lädt Sie diese Schatzsuche rund um das Thema Schmuggel dazu ein, einen Teil der lokalen Geschichte zu entdecken – teils in der Schweiz, teils in Frankreich.

Theme trailHiking trail
Time required: 1 hour 30 minutesLength: 2.50km
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Schimbrig-First-route

An eventful route with views of Risetenstock, Schimbrig and Schafmatt.

Mountainbike trail
Time required: 3 hours 30 minutesLength: 31.43km
Regionaler Naturpark Schaffhausen

Schleitheim Family Treasure Trail

Along the circular walk there are several small wooden huts with exciting quiz questions that encourage children to join in, observe and learn.

Theme trailHiking trail
Time required: 30 minutesLength: 1.80km
Naturpark Thal

Schneeschuhverleih

Schneeschuhe in Selbstbedienung ausleihen für Fr. 10.-, auf Anfrage beim alten Schulhaus Gänsbrunnen. Ein Angebot vom Restaurant Oberdörfer.

Rental for sports equipment
Landschaftspark Binntal

Schnitzeljagd in Ernen

Der Start ist im Tourismusbüro. Die Teilnehmenden folgen den verschiedenen Posten, welche ihnen den Weg weisen.

Infrastructure SummerInfrastructure Winter
Landschaftspark Binntal

Schnitzeljagd mit Moritz in Grengiols

Schnitzeljagd im Dorf Grengiols. Erfahre bei neun Posten viel Spannendes über das Dorf, die Tulpenäcker und die Geschichten dazu.

Infrastructure Summer
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Schüpfheim - Obstaldenegg

Scenic circular hike on the sunny side of Schüpfheim.

Hiking trail
Time required: 3 hours 37 minutesLength: 12.04km
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Schüpfheim cultural trail

Open

Schüpfheim – right in the middle of the UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch – is home to numerous cultural and social meeting places and various educational institutions.

Theme trail
Time required: 58 minutesLength: 3.67km
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Schüpfheim Farnere circular hike

Discover the diverse circular hike with a historic mule track and a great view from Schüpf's local mountain.

Hiking trail
Time required: 5 hoursLength: 13.21km
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Schüpfheim Panoramic Tour

The varied bike route right in the middle of the Entlebuch Biosphere.

Mountainbike trail
Time required: 2 hours 30 minutesLength: 26.69km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Schwarzsee circular route Häxewääg

The Häxewääg leads around the Schwarzsee with a detour to the waterfall. The circular route can be walked in both directions, is mostly flat with a few gentle inclines, and is suitable for strollers (exception about 5 minutes).

Theme trail
Time required: 2 hoursLength: 4.12km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Schwarzwasser-Sense Gorge Path Stage 1 (SchweizMobil 381)

The route crosses the two gorges several times or follows their course. Large glacial meltwater rivers carved these impressive gorges into the molasse rock. Various bridge constructions can be admired.

Hiking trail
Time required: 3 hours 35 minutesLength: 11.45km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Schwarzwasser-Sense Gorge Trail Stage 2 (SchweizMobil 381)

Deep gorges and beautiful wide views alternate in this section. Along the way, you can admire not only the power of nature but also the culturally valuable Grasburg castle ruins.

Hiking trail
Time required: 3 hours 15 minutesLength: 10.74km
Naturpark Thal

SchweizMobil Mountainbike Route 44

Stage 3, Weissenstein - Balsthal

Mountainbike trail
Time required: 4 hoursLength: 33.50km