Mountains? Check. Lakes? Check. Perfect setting for some ATV-ing? ... CHECK. Interlaken,…read moreSwitzerland is as close to heaven as an outdoor enthusiast can get; hiking, climbing, rafting, paragliding, ATV-ing.. sigh. Pure beauty, serenity and a side of adrenaline.. and if you're not from here, it also comes with one awesome tour guide: Daniel! He took us up in the mountains over a 3 hour long Quad (ATV for us Americans) trip. Most of our drive was on paved roads, some wider and straighter than others.. there were definitely lots of steep hairpin turns (fun!).. These gave my stepdaughter lots of much needed practice for if she ever wants to go atv-ing with us again, as this was her first time. The trip took us through beautiful nature scenery.. lots of trees, little streams, a couple of small farmer villages with chalet style homes and the occassional cow here and there. Personally, the rougher the terrain and the faster the machine, the better of a time I have. I may look girly, but I just hide my down 'n dirty adrenaline junkie side very well. From this standpoint, the short offroad portion of the trip was probably my favorite part! Since it started raining, this offroad rocky terrain (downhill) was nice and muddy-slippery. If you're not an experienced rider this may give you a run for your money. My first-time riding stepdaughter wasn't too enthused, but my husband and I had a blast and went up and down a couple of times. The real treat (stepdaughter will agree) after the off road fun was a surprise visit to a working, super small scale dairy farm that makes cheese and other goodies. Cows.. up front and close, fluffy, pettable cows. Oh, and lunch! Whoop. By the time we made it back down to Interlaken (the city itself is beautiful) we were soaked and muddy down to our underwear. Turns out it rains here in July - lesson learned. Daniel's wife came out with towels so that we could change into something dry.. Talk about hospitality and friendly service! Everything was awesome and so worth the money. Which, comparing it to other places such as Colorado, is extremely reasonable. Honestly, this couldn't have been more fun and Daniel couldn't have been friendlier. Rain or no rain, I'd return in a heartbeat!

From the owner: Vermietung von Velo, Roller, Motorräder, Funcar und ATV / Quads…read moreGeführte Interlaken Touren mit E bikeboards und Quadtouren

The 6 hour e-bike tour of the Valley of 72 Waterfalls is not to be missed! It was the first time…read moreI'd been on an e-bike. George made sure we were all comfortable with the controls before taking off. He stopped frequently to provide information on a variety of subjects. We were treated to a Swiss picnic lunch before continuing up the valley to a waterfall that's inside a mountain and then returning. I would definitely do again.

Yes, however I learned the hard way to go to their website. Booking through trip advisor I missed…read moreout on some critical details about the 6hr mile tour...like riding on many gravel covered ups and downs. Our guide Joost was terrific.

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Amazing views of the city of Zürich, Zügersee (Lake Zürich), and the Alps. Take train (S10) which…read moreruns every 30 minutes (05 & 35) then walk up the small mountain to be rewarded with stunning views. There is a restaurant, a lookout area and a separate tower at the top. The lookout area is free. The tower offers 2 levels (30 m and 72 m) of views for free. The highest level of view (900m) will cost 1 or 2 franc. From this small mountain, you can hike various paths ranging from 0.6 km to several km. I wish I had the time and the right shoes to hike one of the paths. I'm sure the experience would be well worth the effort.

An absolute must when you visit Zurich! You can hike up or you can take a simple tram ride, but you…read morewill get the best views of the city! You can goto the top of the tower for only CHF 2 and there you can really get a stunning panorama of the city and its surroundings.

We visited the First Cliff Walk in Grindelwald in the late afternoon, taking the cable car up…read morearound 5:15 PM. The ride up was quite foggy, and we weren't sure if we'd be able to see anything at the top but thankfully, the clouds began to clear just enough to enjoy the views. The Cliff Walk itself is an exhilarating experience, with a secure metal walkway clinging to the edge of the mountain and a sky-high viewing platform that offers dramatic vistas (when the weather cooperates). Even in the fog, the atmosphere was magical, mystical, almost otherworldly, the dramatic drop-offs and the walkway clinging to the cliffside created an unforgettable experience. While on our way up and then at the summit, we could hear the soft clanging of cowbells echoing through the fog as it turns out, there were cows peacefully grazing high up in the alpine meadows, completely unbothered by the clouds or the altitude. It was surreal and strangely calming. Unfortunately, we didn't have enough time to make it to the lake, but the walk alone was well worth the trip. Just a heads-up: if you're hoping to hike further, it's best to arrive earlier in the day to allow time for both the walk and the trail to the lake. Absolutely recommend it and event the faint of the heart can make the most out their visit on the top and at the cliff walk.

It is a bit expensive unless you plan to spend the whole day at the top and do other activities…read moresuch as hike to the lake once at the top - which is the only other free activity. If you want to parasail or do any of the bikes/carts they are an additional cost. We only did this because we has limited tim and were told it was a great view - which is true. One a clear, sunny day you can see for miles. It is another 50 minutes to hike to the alpine lake which we didn't realize we could do until we got up there but, we didn't have the time to do it. Get there as early as possible - like right as they open or you will be standing in line to get you photo on the edge.

Such a missed opportunity to do something great - super location, great mechanics yet ownership…read morethat only cares about squeezing every penny out of each customer. I spent thousands of dollars there over the last couple of years and really found the mechanics top notch. But the first time I had a problem, it could have been simply solved and the owner wouldn't even address it. I was shocked after being a loyal customer I could only image how he must gauge tourists. When I told him about the issue I never asked for a specific resolution (just wanted to let the owner Martin, know I was charged for work I didn't request and the work I did request was never done) he had the chance to take accountability and make it right. Instead he told me any problems were between me and the employees he "had nothing to do with it". A terribly spineless way to run a business. Imagine bringing your car in for a brake job and because the mechanics thought it was old looking they give you a new paint job but never do the brakes!! Stay away from here, there is a great shop in Les Houches and a super place in Sallanches.

Fantastic shop, very knowledgeable staff. I'm a yearly snowboarder for over 10 years now and have…read morenot upgraded my gear. I wish I did it sooner! I went to Zero G for boots and came out with a whole new set: board, boots and bindings! I am so happy with the quality of my new equipment. The guy who helped me was patient and happy to answer all my questions! I felt well taken care of and I'd happily go back if I need anymore snowboarding gear. Thank you Zero G!

Great place for mountaineers. Basic Accommodation in a clean and modern lodge and hostel. Shared…read morerooms, but you can also book double rooms. Big kitchen for selfcatering, free WiFi, nice lobby and diningroom with a fireplace. The best thing was the panorama sauna after freezing in the mountains. Beware, the lodge is not reachable with car. You must hike the last 200 meters by foot, bike or ski. Good value for your money and worth to visit again.

2-Rad Ruprecht has an advertisement on top of Altberg, for good reason. It's one of the closest…read morebike shops to that choice section of singletrack, and they know it. The Ruprecht selection is definitely skewed towards sun-worshipping and adventure, rather than commuting --- when you walk in, there are knobby-clad fullys on the right, and sleek road racers and gravel-path lopers on the left. You can find fenders if you need them, but it isn't their focus. I was here for knobbies --- I'd just picked up a used mountain bike with commuter tires at the Velobourse, and needed some agressive tires for Altberg (and, the next day, Üetliberg). They had a great selection of appropriate choices (folding Schwalbes for 26", and folding Specialized for 29"), and Michael was happy to take a moment to check what similar bikes were specced with. This is the first of the local bike shops that reminded me of my old employers in the US --- land is cheaper outside Zürich center, and there's more room to spread the floor displays out. They don't have everything --- still couldn't find the extra-long cable lock I was looking for. I'll definitely be back next time I need something mud-oriented. This is definitely the Altberger Velohandler.

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Of all the used bike sales and bike auctions I've been to, this was by far the best --- and,…read moresurprisingly, the mellowest. Need a basic used city bike for getting to class and back? CHF 150. Want something simple to leave at the train station? CHF 100. Want an almost-new commuter with a working generator and V-brakes? CHF 400. Want a nicer bike for weekend rides? Well, that's a little trickier... Test rides are easy --- bring an ID to leave with the gatekeeper, and pop across the street for a few minutes. Checkout couldn't be simpler (as long as you bring cash) --- each bike has the no-haggle price on a form, along with the owner's name. You take the bike to the checkout stand, pay your money, and get your receipt; the operators deal with giving the money to the seller, so you don't need to wait for them to make change. No cards accepted, though --- so bring plenty of large bills, so nobody beats you to a good bike while you're at the Bancomat. I was looking for a good heavy-duty commuter for my wife, and a nice mountain bike for Altberg (and occasionally Üetliberg). The first one was easy --- quickly narrowed it down to a few, and picked a good one. The mountain bike was more of a stretch --- there were a few around, but several were too large, one was too downhill-oriented (I can live without three chainrings, but do need two), and many, many were too old (I'm trading up from a late-90s steel hardtail --- I don't need another). Did eventually find a 2005 Specialized FSR that had been pressed into city duty --- it's back in the mud and woods now.