Family Road Trip in Switzerland – Exploring Together
Family Vacations in Switzerland – Exploring Together
This trip takes you from Lake Constance, past Lake Walen, through Central Switzerland, and all the way to Solothurn. Along the way, a variety of experiences await explorers of all ages—and cozy Swiss Quality Hotels for a well-deserved break afterward.
Whether by car or public transportation, the route can be customized to suit your family’s pace.
Put down your bags and let’s get going: Your family adventure begins in a relaxed atmosphere at Lake Constance. The lakeshore is perfect for a stroll, a short bike ride, or simply enjoying your first ice cream while taking in the view of the water.
If you’d like to discover a little more, you can explore the area around Güttingen and really get into vacation mode.
Looking for some action? At Conny-Land in Lipperswil, roller coasters, rides, and plenty of fun await adventurers of all ages.
Those who prefer to take it easy can stay by Lake Constance and explore the region on a boat tour or a walk along the shore.
After an eventful day, the journey continues to Murg—right on the shores of Lake Walen.
From the deep-blue Walensee, the journey takes you high up into the mountains. Flumserberg offers countless opportunities for a fun-filled family day in the mountains.
Family-friendly hiking trails, mountain railways, boat tours, and various activities ensure that explorers of all ages will find something to enjoy.
After soaking in plenty of mountain air, Lake Walen awaits you back down below. Dip your feet in the water, enjoy the view, and let your vacation day come to a relaxing close.
On the way to Schwyz, there’s a wildlife stop along the way: At the Goldau Nature and Wildlife Park, families can encounter deer, wolves, bears, and many other animals.
Amid the rocks, forests, and spacious enclosures, there’s plenty to discover. After this wildlife adventure, the journey continues to Schwyz, right into the heart of the Central Swiss mountains.
From Schwyz, the next family adventure takes you up to Stoos. Even the ride on the world’s steepest funicular is an adventure for young and old alike.
Once you reach the top, impressive views, family-friendly walking and hiking trails, and plenty of space to explore await.
Back in the valley, the journey continues toward Solothurn, where the final stop on the family trip awaits.
To wrap things up, we’ll go on a discovery tour through Solothurn. Winding alleys, historic buildings, fountains, and the Aare River make the city a wonderful destination for young and old alike.
If you still have some energy left, take a detour to the Verena Gorge. The easy walk leads through the forest and between the rocks, offering one last little adventure in nature.
Then it’s time to pack up all your wonderful memories and head home.
More about the regions
Brunnen
Güttingen
Murg
Solothurn
Frequently Asked Questions
Both options are possible. Traveling by car offers a great deal of flexibility. However, the individual destinations are also easily accessible by public transportation. For some attractions, you’ll also need to take buses, trains, or mountain railways.
The itinerary can be flexibly adapted to the children’s ages. Amusement parks, zoos, mountain railroads, lakes, and easy walks provide a varied mix of activities for different age groups.
We recommend allowing about six days for the entire route. If you’d like to take it a little easier, you can easily plan for additional nights at Lake Constance, Lake Walen, or in Central Switzerland.
No. The itinerary is intentionally designed so that we sometimes spend two nights at the same hotel. This leaves more time for shared experiences—and less time packing.
The Family Route is especially well-suited for spring, summer, and early fall. During this time of year, it’s particularly easy to combine trips to the lakes, mountain adventures, and many outdoor activities.
Some of the highlights along the route include Conny-Land, Flumserberg, the Goldau Nature and Wildlife Park, a ride on the Stoosbahn, and the various boat tours and activities on Lake Boden and Lake Walen.
