Just wanted to share some pictures from a hike I took in the Swiss Alps the other day. Picture a small
trail snaking through gigantic snow-capped mountains, with sweeping
panoramic views of valleys and towns below… small farms here and
there with herds of cows grazing, their cowbells ringing loudly
together like a symphony of windchimes. I hiked for five hours, on this incredible trail that Bettina recommended to me, and it was so much better than any packaged tour I could have arranged on my own. The only people I saw along the way were older Swiss hikers. Not a fanny pack or guidebook in sight.
Next, I will be heading to a small town in the Alps called Gryon, which was enthusiastically recommended to me by Jocelyn and Jerica who both have stayed there. There is a hostel which faces the mountains, and offers a very home-like atmosphere with a fireplace, large communal kitchen, and has wine and chocolate tastings every night. They also arrange camping trips, rock climbing, and paragliding in case I get bored of just sitting and appreciating the nature.
After that, I will make my way over to France. I got a few recommendations of coastal towns to visit in the south on my way to Perpignan.
Cheers!
Dave