16 km and 500 m of elevation gain / 230 m of elevation loss
Via Jacobi Highlights
6 days / 5 nights
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Starting point
Rorschach
Finish point
Einsiedeln
Season
From March to October
Technical level
2/5
Fitness level
4/5
Tour type
Inn-to-Inn


Starting point
Rorschach
Finish point
Einsiedeln
Season
From March to October
Technical level
2/5
Fitness level
4/5
Tour type
Inn-to-Inn
- Enjoy a more relaxed multi-day hike from Lake Constance to Lake Zurich
- Explore everyday Swiss life around its northern lakes
- Hike across farming pastures and through peaceful woodland paths
- Visit some of the most beautiful baroque cathedrals and medieval abbeys
- Admire the white Alps against the green hills
- Relax in comfortable accommodations in historic towns on the way
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Self-guided
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What to bring to the tour
- Hiking shoes/boots
- 25 to 45-liter backpack
- Base layer
- Sports T-shirts
- Hiking shorts
- Hiking water-repellent pants
- Waterproof jacket
- Midlayer
- Sports socks and underwear
- Leisurewear for evenings
- Down jacket
- Gloves
- Shade hat/cap
- Warm headwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Headlamp
- Hiking poles
- ID card or passport
- Snacks
- Cash
- Water bottles or hydration pack
- Sleeping liner
- Toiletries
- Toilet paper
- Small first aid kit
Introducing the Via Jacobi Highlights — a journey through the heart of Switzerland where you can discover the hidden gems and breathtaking scenery of the country's northern lakes.
This walking holiday offers a unique perspective on Switzerland, exploring the regions where most of its population lives. With the rolling green hills as your playground, you'll experience the true essence of this magnificent country.
It’s part of Camino de Santiago or Way of St. James, a pilgrimage route network leading to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. We chose the best days of its Swiss section, taking you from Lake Constance to Lake Zurich, exploring the stunning regions in between. Along the way, you will discover hidden gems, such as baroque cathedrals, historic monasteries, and delicious local cuisine.
The Via Jacobi Highlights offers a change of pace from the more strenuous Alpine hikes, taking you on a scenic journey through charming lakeside towns, pastures, and wooded areas. Everyone can experience the culture and beauty of everyday Switzerland while marveling at the stunning backdrop of the white Alps. Even off-season (available from March to October), when the higher mountain passes are fully covered in snow.
Daily distances average around 20 kilometers, which is typical for pilgrimages. However, the added challenge of gaining approximately 600 meters in altitude each day makes it especially rewarding, perfect for those looking for more than just a leisurely tour. To accommodate the longest stages of the hike, the itinerary includes two scheduled rides by train and bus.
At Walking Holidays Switzerland, we strive to provide a hassle-free and delightful experience. To accomplish this, we handle all your logistics, including booking your accommodations and providing a comprehensive itinerary booklet, and GPS routes. Additionally, we are available for 24/7 support, so you can fully immerse yourself in your walking journey without any worries.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the beauty of Switzerland like never before. Inquire now to learn more about the Via Jacobi Highlights and start planning your adventure today!
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Ratings & Reviews

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We had a lovely hike today with our guide Klemen. He personalized the tour on our needs and interests, so that we saw places we wouldn't without his experience. The hike was a little bit slippery after the rain from the last days and it went a lot upwards, but it was totally worth it! Thanks again :)


We had an incredible trek! The itinerary was exactly what we wanted, communication was excellent with the company. They were so helpful throughout the planning process and when we were in country. Slovenia exceeded our expectations. We can't recommend them enough!
We had an incredible experience booking our Dolomites hiking adventure through Hut-To-Hut Hiking Dolomites (one of the many companies operated through World Discovery). Traveling all the way from Hawai‘i, we were initially a bit hesitant about booking with a company based in Slovenia, but everything was flawless. Even factoring in the 12 hour time difference between Hawai'i and Europe, their communication was fast and professional. The planning materials were thorough and incredibly helpful including detailed daily hiking routes, suggested scenic stops and snack breaks at rifugios along the way, an app with offline downloadable maps customized to our routes, and clear hiking and safety guides. Every rifugio they booked for us was fantastic: clean, welcoming, well-located, and full of charm. They booked us at a 5-star hotel for the last night and the spa treatments were heavenly after days of hiking. The post-hike airport transportation was seamless, and we were especially grateful to have their help booking so close to peak summer season. There’s no way we could have secured such great rifugios on our own, each one they chose was a highlight. We felt fully supported throughout the trip, even though it was self-guided. They provide a 24/7 Whatsapp number which was nice to have in case of emergencies. We highly recommend Hut-To-Hut Hiking Dolomites for anyone looking to hike the Dolomites without the stress of figuring out all the logistics yourself. Would book with them again in a heartbeat.
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