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Throughout the region footpaths are signed with typical Swiss efficiency

Most paths are well maintained, waymarked and signed at junctions with typical Swiss efficiency. Footpath signs generally conform to a national standard, are painted yellow, and bear the names of major landmark destinations such as a pass, lake, hut or village or, indeed, sometimes a name that does not appear on the map, but which refers to a specific trail junction. Estimated times are given in hours (Std:stunden) and minutes (min), while a white plate on some of the signs announces the name and altitude of the immediate locality. Rarely do paths in this book stray onto unpathed territory, but where they do, occasional cairns and/or waymarks act as your guide. In such places it is essential to remain vigilant to avoid becoming lost – especially in poor visibility. If in doubt about the continuing route, return to the last point where you were certain of your whereabouts, and try again. By regular consultation with the map during your walk, it should be possible to keep abreast of your position and anticipate junctions or a change of direction before you reach them.