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In the new season of the Culinary Grand Tour, they travel from Schwyz to Ticino, making knives, baking the famous Muotathal cream and cherry cake, feeding huskies, tasting Merlot and creating a one-of-a-kind dish in Ascona. 🧀🍒🍷 Watch now!
Noah & Nico are back on the road – this time captured on a disposable camera. 📸
Join food influencer and chef Noah Bachofen @noahbachofen and podcaster Nico Franzoni on a culinary tour along the Grand Tour of Switzerland, meeting local producers and uncovering the country’s most authentic flavours. 📍 In this episode: 00:22 Intro 02:30 Crafting knives – Victorinox, Ibach 06:50 Michelin-starred vegetable cuisine – Restaurant Magdalena, Rickenbach 11:13 Muotathaler Rahmkirschtorte – Conditorei Schelbert, Muotathal 15:34 Meeting a Muotathal weather forecaster – Wetterschmöcker 16:42 Husky Lodge experience – Muotathal 19:03 Recap On Day 1, Noah & Nico set out to discover the flavours that make Central Switzerland unique. From crafting knives at Victorinox and exploring Michelin-starred vegetable cuisine to tasting the famous Muotathaler Rahmkirschtorte, a traditional cream cake flavoured with Swiss Kirsch, they uncover the traditions behind the region’s distinctive character. Along the way, they meet passionate producers, visit the huskies of the Muotathal and discover the people, places and stories that make this region so special. 👉 Learn more: https://Switzerland.com/culinarygrandtour This episode was produced in partnership with: @gastrosuisse-ch ‪@swisswinepromotion ‪@swisstastes @AOP_IGP @SOBchsuedostbahn @victorinox 🎬 Liked this video? Tap Subscribe and ring the 🔔 to never miss our content! ▶️ Watch the full series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS21syVwGcjnYhJbsOy2zUifd2gLcBFsd 🌐 Follow our other social media channels: ➤ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Switzerland ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switzerland ➤ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@switzerland #IneedSwitzerland #SwitzerlandFoodTour #CentralSwitzerland #SwissCuisine #SwissHiddenGems
Culinary Grand Tour of Switzerland | Episode 1/3 | Flavours and Traditions | Switzerland Tourism
Join Nico & Noah on Day 2 as their Switzerland food tour crosses the Gotthard into Ticino – from a legendary butcher in Muotathal to alpine cheesemaking high above the Leventina Valley and the spectacular lakeside views of Morcote. @noahbachofen and Nico Franzoni – two of Switzerland’s best-known food creators – go on a culinary mission along the Grand Tour of Switzerland. Exploring food, drink and regional traditions, they meet local producers and uncover the authentic flavours that define Switzerland’s most delicious regions. 📍 In this episode: 00:22 Intro 00:55 Visiting Heinzer Metzgerei – Muotathal 05:02 Culinary stop on Insel Schwanau 06:30 Travelling aboard the Treno Gottardo 12:31 Making Tessiner Alpkäse AOP – Alpe Crestumo Angone 16:39 Wine & views – Tenuta Castello di Morcote 18:45 Recap 👉 Learn more: https://Switzerland.com/culinarygrandtour The journey leads from Central Switzerland into Ticino. Nico & Noah visit the renowned Heinzer butcher shop in Muotathal, enjoy a culinary stop on the island of Schwanau and travel aboard the Treno Gottardo, following the historic panoramic route through the Swiss Alps. High above the Leventina Valley, they discover the making of Tessiner Alpkäse AOP, where traditional alpine cheesemaking has been preserved for generations. The day ends in Morcote, where spectacular views, local wines and regional traditions come together in one of Switzerland's most beautiful settings. This episode was produced in partnership with: @gastrosuisse-ch ‪@swisswinepromotion ‪@swisstastes @AOP_IGP @SOBchsuedostbahn @victorinox 🎬 Liked this video? Tap Subscribe and ring the 🔔 to never miss our content! ▶️ Watch the full series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS21syVwGcjnYhJbsOy2zUifd2gLcBFsd 🌐 Follow our other social media channels: ➤ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Switzerland ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switzerland ➤ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@switzerland #IneedSwitzerland #Ticino #TrenoGottardo #Morcote #SwissCuisine #Cheese
Culinary Grand Tour of Switzerland | Episode 2/3 | Flavours and Traditions | Switzerland Tourism
Join @noahbachofen and Nico Franzoni on Day 3 as their Switzerland food tour reaches Ticino – blending wine at Cantina alla Maggia in Ascona, then creating a final menu at Castello del Sole that brings together the flavours from both sides of the Gotthard. 📍 In this episode: 00:24 Wine blending – Cantina alla Maggia, Ascona 08:51 Creating the final menu – Castello del Sole 15:01 Final tasting 17:31 Recap & farewell This is where the journey comes together. Nico & Noah step into the world of Swiss wine at one of Ascona’s most celebrated cantinas, learning the art of blending before heading to Castello del Sole. There, they build a menu inspired by everything they’ve discovered – Central Swiss traditions, alpine craftsmanship, and the sun-soaked flavours of Ticino – in a finale that celebrates regional ingredients, local wines, and the people who make Swiss gastronomy extraordinary. 👉 Learn more: https://Switzerland.com/culinarygrandtour This episode was produced in partnership with: @gastrosuisse-ch ‪@swisswinepromotion ‪@swisstastes @AOP_IGP @SOBchsuedostbahn @victorinox 🎬 Liked this video? Tap Subscribe and ring the 🔔 to never miss our content! ▶️ Watch the full series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS21syVwGcjnYhJbsOy2zUifd2gLcBFsd 🌐 Follow our other social media channels: ➤ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Switzerland ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switzerland ➤ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@switzerland #IneedSwitzerland #Ascona #Ticino #SwissWine #SwissCuisine #Luxury #Hotels
Culinary Grand Tour of Switzerland | Episode 3/3 | Flavours and Traditions | Switzerland Tourism
Between May and June, hundreds of thousands of daffodils transform the slopes of the Prättigau into a fragrant natural wonder. This spectacle is best experienced on a leisurely hike. Please stay on the marked trails. Before your visit, check the current status of the daffodil bloom via the official hotline: +41 81 330 30 17.
Daffodil Bloom in Prättigau: A Magical Spring Hike in Switzerland
Discover 5 of the best hikes in Switzerland, from the wild landscapes of the Swiss National Park in Engadin to the breathtaking Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Whether you are planning your first hiking trip to Switzerland or looking for new Swiss hiking trails to add to your bucket list, this guide covers unforgettable routes for every type of hiker. From panoramic ridge walks and turquoise alpine lakes to dramatic cliffs and glacier views, these are some of the most scenic hikes in Switzerland. In this video, we explore Swiss National Park, Creux du Van, Via Alpina Stage 13 to Oeschinensee, the Alpstein region, and the Aletsch Glacier hike. 🔔 Subscribe for more Swiss hiking guides, travel itineraries, and Alpine adventures: https://www.youtube.com/@Switzerland 🥾 Hikes Featured In This Video 00:00 – Introduction 00:25 – Swiss National Park, Engadin: 80 km of trails and Switzerland’s oldest national park 01:12 – Creux du Van: The Grand Canyon of Switzerland 01:30 – Via Alpina Stage 13: Oeschinensee, one of the most beautiful lakes in the Alps 02:04 – Alpstein region: 360° mountain views and dramatic ridgelines 02:45 – Aletsch Glacier: UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest ice stream in the Alps 🇨🇭 Plan Your Switzerland Hiking Trip Switzerland’s public transport network makes it easy to reach many trailheads by train, bus, boat, and mountain railway – no car required. These hikes are ideal for travellers who want to experience the Swiss Alps, alpine lakes, scenic viewpoints, wildlife, and some of the most iconic landscapes in Switzerland. 📌 Quick Hiking Tips - Book mountain huts such as Chamanna Cluozza well in advance, especially during peak hiking season. - The Aletsch Glacier route should only be done with a certified mountain guide. - Keep an eye out for ibex around Creux du Van. - Always check trail conditions, weather, and transport connections before setting out. 💬 Which Swiss Hike Would You Choose First? Would you hike to Oeschinensee, walk along the Alpstein region, explore Creux du Van, visit the Swiss National Park, or see the Aletsch Glacier up close? Let us know in the comments. If you found this guide helpful, hit like and subscribe for more Switzerland travel tips, hiking routes, and Alpine adventures. 🇨🇭 Liked this video? Tap Subscribe and ring the 🔔 to never miss our content! ▶️ Explore more: https://www.switzerland.com 🌐 Follow our other social media channels: ➤ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Switzerland ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switzerland ➤ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@switzerland #hikingswitzerland #SwitzerlandHiking #SwissHikes #BestHikesSwitzerland #AletschGlacier #Oeschinensee #ViaAlpina #SwissNationalPark #CreuxDuVan #Alpstein #SwissAlps #SwitzerlandTravel #VisitSwitzerland #IneedSwitzerland
5 Hikes in Switzerland: National Parks, Alpine Lakes & Glaciers

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