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Snowpeaks on the Lauterbrunnental’s headwall are clearly seen from the path to the Rottal Hut (Route 43)

Map suppliers are listed in Appendix A, but note that some tourist authorities produce their own Wanderkarten that show local walking routes, and these are on sale at tourist information offices. Specific sheets are mentioned in the valley details within the guide.

Using this Guide

The layout of this guide follows an east–west convention, beginning with the Haslital and working west from valley to valley as far as Col du Pillon below Les Diablerets. Each valley system is treated as a separate unit, or chapter, for which a locator map is provided. These locator maps are designed to show the general alignment of the district, with major features identified; they indicate the location but not the route of walks described in the text. For that you will need to consult the topographical map recommended for that area.

Within each valley chapter details are given in regard to the various villages or resorts, their access, facilities, tourist information, huts etc, and a number of walks of various grades are then described. At the head of each walk a note is given as to the general location of that route, to make it easier for the reader to find it on the map. All the walks are listed in an index at the back of the book, detailing the grade and length of time each route should take. An explanation of the grading system is found below.