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At over 3000 m above sea level. M. you drive with the husky dogs on a snow-covered circuit in Zermatt VS near the Matterhorn.
Dog sledding has been a dream of yours for a long time? The experience is not only available in the far north, but also here in Switzerland. This adventure will be remembered for a long time.
Husky sleigh ride at the Matterhorn, Zermatt VS
In Zermatt VS you have a unique experience. At over 3000 m above sea level. M. you drive with the husky dogs on a snow-covered circuit. During the one and a half hour tour you will learn a lot of interesting facts about the huskies and you can pet them. Then each person can take turns driving with the dog handler.
Price: 240 francs per person
Duration: 1.5 hours
Location: Matterhorn Glacier Paradise ski area – Schwarzsee, 3920 Zermatt
You can find more information here.
Take advantage of last-minute hotel deals now
Fancy a winter break in the mountains? As part of this year’s edition of the Blick Winter Awards, we are offering attractive hotel deals together with Switzerland Travel Centre. Stop by and benefit from exclusive last-minute deals with at least 20 percent off the daily rate!
Fancy a winter break in the mountains? As part of this year’s edition of the Blick Winter Awards, we are offering attractive hotel deals together with Switzerland Travel Centre. Stop by and benefit from exclusive last-minute deals with at least 20 percent off the daily rate!
Husky Lodge, Muotathal SZ
Around 30 Siberian Huskies live in Muotathal SZ. The dogs specialize in running in the snow and pulling sleds. Various activities with huskies are offered at the husky farm in Muotathal: sleigh rides or snowshoe tours in winter or trekking tours in summer.
The sled tour begins in the Husky Lodge, where you get to know the dogs and prepare for the ride. Then you can enjoy the tour with your own team. In between there are breaks to drink coffee or punch. At the end of the ride, the huskies are brought back to the facility. There they are cared for and fed.
Price: 230 francs per person
Duration: 3.5 hours
Location: Hüttenhotel Husky Lodge, 6436 Muotathal
You can find more information here.
Vote for the most beautiful ski areas in Switzerland
Blick and Switzerland Tourism are once again looking for the best ski areas in Switzerland and present the Blick Winter Awards 2022/23. Where are the best ski and snowboard slopes? Where are the most beautiful cross-country ski runs or the best gastronomic offer? At www.winterawards.ch you can vote for your favorites in six categories and win great prizes. Stop by and join in!
Blick and Switzerland Tourism are once again looking for the best ski areas in Switzerland and present the Blick Winter Awards 2022/23. Where are the best ski and snowboard slopes? Where are the most beautiful cross-country ski runs or the best gastronomic offer? At www.winterawards.ch you can vote for your favorites in six categories and win great prizes. Stop by and join in!
Ride with husky dogs, Flumserberg SG
In Flumserberg SG you will learn how to steer a sled from a trained dog sled guide (musher). Every visitor can test their skills on a 2.5 kilometer trail. You will be supported by a professional.
If you have any questions about the dogs or sledding, you can talk to the musher during a break with mulled wine.
Price: 230 francs per person
Location: Alp Tannenboden, 8898 Flumserberg
You can find more information here.
Sled dogs, Val des Dix VS
In the Val des Dix VS, you can let sled dogs pull you through the winter landscape. Those who prefer hiking can also go hiking with huskies. You go through the forest, over mountain roads and on snow-covered paths.
Whether with family, friends or just the two of you, the experience will remain in your memory. The activities can be booked every Sunday from January 1st to March 19th, 2023. You should also book the trip at least 48 hours in advance.
Price: 250 francs for the trip
Location: Hüttenhotel Husky Lodge, 6436 Muotathal
Husky Experience, Tramelan BE
Instead of traveling to Siberia, you can also go on a husky sled tour in the Bernese Jura. For dog lovers it is just right. Before the sleigh ride, you can make friends with the huskies and play with them.
For the Vent du Nord team it is important that the dogs are well cared for and that they are outdoors in nature a lot.
Price: 260 francs per person
Duration: 1.5 hours
Location: Vent du Nord, Les Reussilles, 2720 Tramelan
You can find more information here.
Sled dog rides, Les Haudères VS
In the Val d’Hérens you can talk to male and female dog sled drivers who have experience with racing huskies. Here you can pet the dogs, get to know them and take photos with them.
No prior knowledge is required to take part in the experience. In this beginner’s course, you’ll familiarize yourself with the equipment and drive a sled with two huskies.
Activities take place from December 10, 2022 to March 31, 2023 and may vary depending on snow conditions.
Price: CHF 350 flat rate for two people
Duration: one hour
Location: 1984 Les Hauderes
You can find more information here.