Switzerland is rich with hiking trails; in fact, this remarkable country has 65,000 km of well-maintained hiking paths that lead over Alpine passes and through flowering meadows. However, while hiking is certainly a worthy pastime, if you are anxious to try something new and test your adventure skills, Switzerland has plenty to offer in that respect as well. From land to sky, wild adventures are available in every corner of this small country.

If you are a family with teens, while they may not be thrilled to go for a hike, they will be eager to get their hair wet and heart pounding. When adventures are involved, it’s typically the perfect opportunity for teens to engage in family activities, making family outings that much easier.

Fresh Air Adventures Switzerland by long-time Basel residents Melinda and Robert Schoutens is a guidebook (available in English and German) that introduces you to 32 unforgettable activities—plus for each activity profiled, additional recommendations are provided. From exploring underground caves, to swimming in rivers during the heat of the summer months, to strapping on your crampons and exploring massive glaciers on foot, the adventures profiled offer an array of diverse experiences and cultural opportunities.

Whatever adventure you are interested in, you can find the information here—whether you’d like book that paragliding trip over the Alps you have always dreamed of, rent a camper van and get lost in the mountains, or try a Via Ferrata that is certain to leave you breathless. If you are a “bucket list” family, there’s plenty of adventures to be had, proving that Switzerland is an incredible place to play.

Each activity profiled has been tried and tested, providing readers with everything you need to know about your next adventure. From the estimated time of the adventure, the level of difficulty, the region it takes place, the best time of the year to engage, the age range, cost profile, tips, QR codes, and what equipment may or may not be required. It’s never been easier to get outside.

Fresh Air Adventures Switzerland is the latest book in a series of family-friendly guidebooks by Melinda and Robert Schoutens that introduce families with children of varying ages to outdoor activities in Switzerland. The authors, who describe themselves as nature lovers, parents, and adventure seekers, have been through most of the stages of parenting outdoors and want to “inspire families to connect with nature, one outdoor experience at a time.” Earlier books in the series (available in English, German, and French) include :

• Fresh Air Kids Switzerland – 52 Inspiring Hikes That Will Make Kids and Parents Happy
• Fresh Air Kids Switzerland. – Hikes to Huts
• Winter Kids Switzerland.

All books are available through https://www.freshairkids.com/books or through Amazon.

To learn more about Fresh Air Kids Switzerland and other projects they are involved in, visit https://www.freshairkids.com/ or @fresh_air_kids

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