Stories
Snippets of my adventures as I explore the world around me. Here are a collection of my hiking stories, my travels and my mind's meanderings.
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
Walking in a winter wonderland. December introduced a flurry of snow in Switzerland, and I took to the hills to enjoy a scenic walk in the snowfall.
Winter Wild Camping | Switzerland
Winter wild camping in the Swiss Alps. We cook shakshouka and huddle by the fire for a starry evening. Then we get cosy with a coffee while enjoying a slow morning in the November frost.
Hiking the Via Alpina | Griesalp - Hohtürli - Kandersteg
I finally completed the Via Alpina in Switzerland! After 18 days on the trail, I concluded my final stage at Kandersteg, climbing Hohtürli pass and stopping for a swim in the beautiful mountain lake, Oescheninsee.
Seven days hiking the Via Alpina | Part 2
Spending a week immersed in the mountains and dining on local food offers such a lovely peek into life in Switzerland.
Seven days hiking the Via Alpina | Part 1
And so begins our seven-day trek along Switzerland's Via Alpina trail between Engelberg and Griesalp.
Hiking over Surenenpass | Via Alpina
The fourth stage of the Via Alpina hike is a long stretch from Altdorf to Engelberg. My path takes me across Surenenpass from canton Uri to canton Obwalden.
Hiking the Via Alpina | Elm - Richetlipass - Linthal
The third stage of the Via Alpina hike is a long leg from Elm to Linthal. My path takes me across Richetlipass and through Glarus's geologically rich area for scenic views.
Hiking the Via Alpina | Linthal - Klausenpass - Altdorf
A steep hike through Braunwald, dinner by a glacier, and a scenic ascent up one of Switzerland's most striking mountain passes: Klausenpass.
Hiking over Foopass | Via Alpina
Starting the Via Alpina across Switzerland from Sargans to Weisstannen valley, and up over Foopass at 2 223m.
McGregor Village Life
Village life in McGregor has gone unchanged: days are filled with walks in the hills, the Saturday morning market and warm meals with friends.