05. Mar. 2025

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!

21. Feb. 2025

Schweizer Pärke auf dem Weg zu einem regenerativen Tourismusmodell

Die Schweizer Pärke stehen ein für echte Nachhaltigkeit in Tourismus und Freizeit. Touristische Angebote in diesen einzigartigen Regionen sollen möglichst wenig negative Effekte haben und sich sogar positiv auswirken.

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The Swiss Parks

The Swiss parks are extraordinary regions: their inhabitants are committed to nature and culture and support the local economy. Together, the 20 Swiss parks form a community of values.

Values of Swiss parks

The different park categories

For nature

The Swiss parks place nature and the landscape at the centre of their priorities. They are committed to a high level of biodiversity and promote the energy transition.

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Projects

For society

The Swiss parks are committed to solidarity and inclusion within society. They promote cooperation, raise awareness for sustainable development and encourage regional identity.

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Accessible tourism

Discover our living traditions

For the economy

The Swiss parks support the local economy. They help to strengthen the value-added chain in their region and support the inhabitants in the sustainable development of their activities.

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Discover our sustainable park products

The Swiss Parks at a glance

20 unique places

Dive into the exciting world of the Swiss parks!

Discover diverse habitats, unspoilt landscapes and living traditions. In the Swiss parks, you will make unforgettable experiences in nature.

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Visit the parks

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Fresh air for fresh impulses

Corporate volunteering for companies

Your team event with a sustainable impact: make a commitment to nature with your colleagues.

Swiss Parks App

Your own pocket guide!

Discover the best of the Swiss Parks with the Swiss Parks App.

Alpine pastures & cheese: stories in the heart of the Pre-Alps

The three parks hike

This six-day hike from Zweisimmen to Gruyères takes you through the beautiful landscapes shaped by mountain farming of three regional nature parks.

Hiking, riddles & fun

Tasty treasure hunt savurando

Our Savurandos take you into the heart of the nature parks. By solving exciting riddles, you will discover delicious specialities and local producers.

Dive into living landscapes

E-bike-route la route verde

Travel from Schaffhausen to Geneva across six nature parks on your electric bike. Take part in our survey and win a trip on the Route Verte.

Multiday hikes

For outdoor enthusiasts

Discover a selection of multiday hikes in the Swiss parks. The parks also offer a range of accommodation options – from simple mountain huts to comfortable hotels.