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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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Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

Springs way and footbridge

Dramatic and poetic through the Dala Gorge, source of many springsDistance 3.5 km
Time required 1 h 30
Height difference ascent 180 m
Height difference descent 180 m

Hiking trail
Time required: 1 hour 30 minutesLength: 3.50km
Jurapark Aargau

Spur zur Natur: Panorama Spur

A circular hike in Hellikon with exciting information about flora and fauna.

Theme trailHiking trail
Time required: 1 hour 20 minutesLength: 4.66km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Spycherweg

Discover historic Spycher in the Schwarzenburg region on a hike from Lanzenhäusern to Schwarzenburg.

Theme trail
Time required: 2 hours 30 minutesLength: 7.05km
Naturpark Beverin

Stalking a capricorn

An experience for the whole family. Follow the tracks of the ibex and find the "last treasure" of the Alps. The treasure map shows you the way.

Theme trail
Time required: 3 hoursLength: 5.00km
Naturpark Beverin

Stallweg Camana

Zu den charakteristischen Merkmalen der Safier Kulturlandschaft gehört die Streusiedlung. Wohnhäuser, Ställe, Heuscheunen und Alphütten liegen verstreut über die Geländekammern und prägen das Bild des Tales.

Theme trail
Time required: 3 hoursLength: 4.70km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Stebis Check Point, Bahnhof Burgistein

Stebis Check Point vermietet E-Bikes von Flyer und Simplon, Trekkingbikes, Mountainbikes und Rennvelos, sowie Mietakkus für lange E-Biketouren (auch für Ihr E-Bike).

Rental for sports equipment
Naturpark Beverin

Stegfeuerstelle Lüschersee

Stegfeuerstelle am ehemanligen Lüschersee auf dem Erlebnisweg Glaspass - ein Berg im Fluss.

Fireplace
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Steinbock Trek Brienzer Rothorn

On the two-day ridge hike "Steinbock Trek" in Sörenberg, there are not only fantastic views but also, with some luck, animal encounters with ibex, golden eagles, and others.

Hiking trail
Time required: 7 hours 45 minutesLength: 21.75km
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Steinbock-Trek Brienzer Rothorn 1st stage

On the two-day ridge route "Steinbock-Trek" in Sörenberg, there are not only fantastic views but with a bit of luck also animal encounters with ibex, golden eagle, and co.

Hiking trail
Time required: 3 hours 35 minutesLength: 7.47km
Landschaftspark Binntal

Steinhaus cultural trail

Open

Take the postbus to Mühlebach or Steinhaus or park in Steinhaus. The starting point is at the street gallery before Steinhaus. From there, the cultural trail leads back to the village of Steinhaus and on to the former hamlet of Richulschmatt.

Hiking trail
Time required: 50 minutesLength: 2.00km
Landschaftspark Binntal

Steinmatten – Twingischlucht – Ze Binne

Closed

Follow the former road through the Twingi gorge to the Santigläis junction. Here a hiking trail leads down to the equalising basin and then up to the settlement of Ze Binne.

Hiking trail
Time required: 1 hourLength: 2.80km
Naturpark Diemtigtal

Stierenberg circular walk

From the top station of the Grimmialp cable cars, an easy, 2-kilometre circular trail leads to the cosy barbecue spot and back again. Along the way, you’ll be treated to panoramic views of the striking peaks of the upper Diemtigtal valley. If you fancy it, you can also discover the new mountain golf course along the route. 

Hiking trail
Time required: 40 minutesLength: 2.00km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Stockental route (SchweizMobil 362)

The Stockental route leads over Uetendorfberg to Wattenwil on the Gürbe. Along the Stockhorn chain, there is a beautiful view into the Stockental and the Bernese Alps.

Bicycle tour
Time required: 3 hoursLength: 41.12km
Wildnispark Zürich Sihlwald

Streuboden barbecue area

There is a barbecue area with three benches and a table bench combination on Streuboden.

Fireplace
Jurapark Aargau

Strihen hike from Löwen to Jura

Scenic hike from the Löwen restaurant in Herznach via the Strihen to the Jura restaurant in Asp

Hiking trail
Time required: 3 hours 20 minutesLength: 10.69km
Naturpark Diemtigtal

Stroller path Grimmialp-Anger

Along the valley hiking trail and the Fildrich, you walk downhill with your family. Do you know our water playground? A stop here is almost a must for the little explorers.

Hiking trail
Time required: 1 hour 15 minutesLength: 4.55km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Summit hike Kaiseregg, 2185 m above sea level

High up with a beautiful view of Schwarzsee, the Jura heights, and the Breccaschlund. The summit hike to the Kaiseregg offers plenty of views. Whether by cable car or directly from Schwarzsee – the route can be adjusted as needed.

Hiking trail
Time required: 4 hours 20 minutesLength: 11.74km
Naturpark Diemtigtal

Summit hike Mäggisserhore

From Springenboden to Mäggisserhore: Discover a true hiking gem in the Niesen chain

Hiking trail
Time required: 5 hoursLength: 13.69km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Summit hike Ochsen, 2188 m above sea level

The hike to the highest mountain of the Gantrisch Nature Park offers beautiful views from the Central Plateau to the Oberland and the Fribourg Alps.

Hiking trail
Time required: 3 hours 25 minutesLength: 7.93km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Summit hike Schafharnisch, 2110 m above sea level

The summit hike opens up beautiful views of the Kaiseregg, the Märem, as well as the Simmental and the Fribourg and Bernese Alps.

Hiking trail
Time required: 4 hours 45 minutesLength: 11.02km
Naturpark Diemtigtal

Summit hike to the Rauflihorn

The worthwhile ascent of the Rauflihorn impresses with a diverse mountain panorama and unexpected views and vistas. 

Hiking trail
Time required: 6 hoursLength: 14.29km
UNESCO Biosphäre Entlebuch  

Sundew Trail Sörenberg

Open

Hear, smell, feel, taste! The stroller-friendly Sundew Trail is part of the Mooraculum Adventure Park at Rossweid Sörenberg.

Theme trail
Time required: 25 minutesLength: 1.36km
Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

Sunshine Trail

Discover unspoilt centuries-old village centres on the sunny mountain:
Leukerbad - Albinen - Sämsu - Brentschen - Engersch - JeizinenDistance 17 km
Time required 5 h 15
Altitude difference: Ascent 760 m
Altitude difference: Descent 630 m

Hiking trail
Length: 17.00km
Naturpark Beverin

Surettatal - circular hike

A constant companion on this 4.5 hour hike is an impressive nature landscape, The moderately severe hike leads from Sufers around the Sufner Lake and via the Suretta Alp back again to Sufers.

Hiking trail
Time required: 4 hoursLength: 12.30km
Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

Susten - Leukerfeld - Agarn

Experience Leukerfeld! Leukerfeld contains a unique ecological variety within its ponds and dry grasslands.

Theme trailHiking trail
Length: 9.84km
Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

Susten, Illgraben

The fascination of the Illgraben, the spicy fragrance of the forest, birdsong and the spectacular Bhutan Bridge

Theme trailHiking trail
Time required: 1 hour 30 minutesLength: 4.89km
Naturpark Gantrisch

Swiss Bike Park Oberried

Jump lines, pump tracks, stairs, banked turns, learning and adventure courses: on around 2,000 square meters, the Swiss Bike Park combines the needs of elite and recreational sports. The park is available to everyone free of charge for training.

Mountainbike trail
Time required: 2 hours 30 minutes
Naturpark Diemtigtal

Swiss Wrestling trail Springenboden

Get ready for the Swiss Wrestling Trail with a fresh new look: On June 21, 2026, the "Way to the King" was inaugurated. This popular themed trail in the homeland of Swiss wrestling king Kilian Wenger, dedicated to the Swiss national sport, has been digitized and integrated into the "Diemtigtal" app with a wealth of new content. Experience Swiss wrestling as a vibrant Swiss tradition in a modern and interactive way. There's even a new children's puzzle for younger wrestling fans. Each station features sporting activities that reflect typical training elements and invite not only children to participate. The digital Swiss Wrestling Trail thus uniquely combines learning, exercise, and fun. The app is available in German / local dialect only.

Theme trail
Time required: 1 hour 30 minutesLength: 2.69km
Wildnispark Zürich Sihlwald

Tannboden barbecue area

There is a barbecue area with four benches at Tannboden.

Fireplace
Regionaler Naturpark Schaffhausen

Taste Trail Wilchingen-Osterfingen

Follow the tracks of the "Clever Dog" and let him take you into the world of pleasure of the vineyards between Wilchingen and Osterfingen.

Theme trailHiking trail
Time required: 2 hoursLength: 5.30km