Hiking equipment
- good waterproof hiking shoes with profiled soles (like Vibram)
- suitable socks
- hiking clothes adapted to the conditions
- sun protection: headgear, sunglasses, sunscreen
- windproof and waterproof jacket with hood
- warm clothing in the pack (warm hat, gloves, small down or fleece jacket)
- comfortable mountain bag (maximum 25 L for a day hike)
- drink (minimum 1 litre)
- picnic lunch (for day trips)
- snacks (granola bars, dried fruit, etc.)
- small first aid kit (plasters, Compeed, painkillers, any other personal medication such as anti-allergic)
- anti-tick spray (especially recommended for hikes in the forest below 2'000m)
- lip balm
- hiking poles (optional)
- rain cover for the backpack, umbrella, rain cape, waterproof trousers (depending on the weather conditions)
- some cash (for drinks, etc.)
- insurance cards (health, Rega)
The weather can change rapidly in the mountains. It is therefore advisable to always have warm clothes and rain gear in your backpack.