Forest in Swiss National Park

Over 170 square kilometres of pure alpine wilderness make up the Swiss National Park. It is the only national park in the country and wears the title well with over 80 kilometres of hiking trails and dedication to nature preservation. Along with its gorgeous scenery, the park is chock full of wildlife.

The Swiss National Park has evolved into a nature education center, bringing nature and the wilderness closer to those who are interested. Excursions, which emphasize personal experience, are an important component of this educational work. It is primarily a nature reserve with scientific objectives; no logging, grazing, flower picking, hunting, or fishing is permitted. Many rare Alpine plants grow in diverse vegetation. Ibex, chamois, red deer, foxes, martens, marmots, eagles, and other game birds are among the wildlife. The park is traversed by good roads from which foot trails branch out in all directions.

Location: the Western Rhaetian Alps, Switzerland