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Find your perfect Wellness Hotel in your chosen region: Aargau06–09

Bern-Bernese Oberland10–17

Fribourg Region20–21

Geneva22–23

Lake Geneva Region 24–27

Graubünden32–41

Jura & Three-Lakes 42–43

Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region 48–53

Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein54–57

Ticino58–61

Valais64–71

Zurich Region72–73

The art of relaxation: wellness, Swiss-style04–05

Aging well: the Swiss route to rejuvenation18–19

Pinnacle of perfection: wellness in the mountains62–63

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Treat your body, mind and taste buds to a blissful break. In Switzerland you are spoilt for choice: more than 70 Wellness Hotels and nine certified Wellness Destinations in the mountains, by lakes and in our boutique cities promise wellbeing and relaxation at the highest level. Attractions range from alpine wellness and soothing thermal spa resorts to “aging well” pro-grammes and refreshing activities in nature – accompanied by a light and varied cuisine. This bro-chure presents superlative Wellness Hotels that you are sure to fall in love with, all recommended by Switzerland Tourism and the Swiss Hotel Association. We wish you happy reading and a delightful stay in the hotel of your choice.

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Wellness Hotels and Destinations at a glance.

Switzerland is a small country with great variety; its oasis of relaxation are just as diverse. This map shows their locations at a glance.

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B Basel Region

C Bern-Bernese Oberland

D Fribourg Region

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There are two hotel classification systems in Switzerland. You will find information on both systems at www.hotelleriesuisse.ch and www.gastrosuisse.ch.

In harmony with nature.Wellness where even the backdrop is uplifting

Sparkling mountain lakes, thundering waterfalls, still forests and the purest air: nature has a decisive effect on human wellbeing. In Switzerland, such features are in plentiful supply. It’s never far from a hiking trail to the next mountain lake, or from a ski piste to the nearest thermal baths. Many spas offer the finest natural vantage points – take the Kurhaus Cademario, for example, with heavenly views of Lake Lugano. Everywhere, nature sets the tone – as at the Wellness Destination of Gstaad with its attrac-tive alpine treatments.

Oases of relaxation.Take a step to promote your personal wellbeing – you won’t regret it. Switzerland has all you need for a de-stressing break with lasting effect: inspiring natural landscapes, beautiful Wellness Hotels to pamper you from head to toe, and certified Wellness Destinations that promise the ultimate in relaxation.

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A taste for wellness.Fine food belongs at the heart of any wellbeing programme

Wellness represents a holistic concept of health. This em-braces a varied diet and inventive cuisine: defining features of Swiss gastronomy. Each region has its specialities; great value is placed on authenticity and quality. The Hotel Adula in Flims, for example, has been celebrating traditional Grau-bünden cuisine for four generations; at “The Restaurant” of The Dolder Grand in Zurich, the celebrated chef Heiko Nieder thrills guests with his innovative gourmet cuisine.

Fountains of health.Water from deep in the mountains is a blessing for the body

Rich in minerals and trace elements, the thermal spring water so cherished by the ancient Romans tingles on the skin. Today, guests enjoy its relaxing effects at a variety of attractive venues from the elegant thermal spa of the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz to the spacious open-air thermal pools of Bad Zurzach.

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Aargau.The Aargau region is famous for its mighty rivers, historic towns and romantic castles. Thermal spa water sets the tone at the contrasting Wellness Destinations of Rheinfelden and Bad Zurzach, ideal destinations for a relaxing break.

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1 Bad Zurzach: Park-Hotel Bad Zurzach Õ

2 Bad Zurzach: Thermalquellen Resort – Hotel Tenedo Ô

In the warm saltwater pool, open ex-clusively to hotel guests, massage jets and bubble jets stimulate circulation while the soothing water (34 °C) re-laxes muscles and promotes blood flow. Guests also enjoy unlimited access to the famous Bad Zurzach thermal baths, with their beautiful open-air and indoor pools (2,000 sq. m in all), and to the Spa Medical Well-ness Center. Both are accessible via a direct connecting passage.

The Hotel Tenedo could hardly be closer to Switzerland’s largest outdoor thermal pool complex: just 36 steps, door to door. You’ll find everything from sports training to pampering treatments and all-round relaxation at the Sal Aqua-Natura pool and sauna complex and in the Spa Medical Well-ness Center, while Papa Moll Land promises endless fun for children. After dark, the atmosphere around the illuminated pools is magical.

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3 Meisterschwanden: Seerose Resort & Spa Õ

The family-run Seerose Resort & Spa enjoys an idyllic location on the sunny side of tranquil Lake Hallwil, framed by water, trees and fields. Three design worlds await guests: the natural and romantic “Classic” style; modern, colourful “Elements”; and the boat-house-inspired “Cocon”. The different restaurants serve a variety of outstand -i ng cuisine, while the Cocon-Thai-Spa, with its lake views, promises rest and relaxation.


GaultMillau: 14 points

major thermal spas are scattered throughout Switzerland. The spring water mostly originates several thousand metres below the surface of the earth at a temperature of at least 20 °C. Rich in minerals, the water relaxes the muscles and relieves conditions including chronic joint pain, rheumatism and allergies.

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Bern-Bernese Oberland.This region has it all: majestic mountains, picturesque lakes and historic cities including the charming capital, Bern. Try a barefoot walk in the lush Emmental, visit the energy-giving springs at Lenk or book in to the alpine Wellness Destination of Gstaad: finding the feel-good factor here is easy.

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4 Adelboden: Parkhotel Bellevue & Spa À

5 Bern: Hotel Schweizerhof Bern Ä

The vintage charm of the Bellevue is legendary; its gorgeous mountain views also make it easy to forget time for a while here. For example in the spa pavilion in the lush grounds: this bright and spacious refuge (1,700 sq. m) oozes lightness and beauty, inviting guests to enjoy the present moment to the full. The Bellevue also has a fine reputation for its therapies using es-sences from nature and for its medical treatments.

Visiting Bern is such a rich experience that relaxation is always welcome – all the more so in the heart of the Old Town. Bern’s only hotel spa also wel-comes non-residents 365 days a year. A Finnish sauna, hammam, relaxation pool, rest room with water beds, gym, massages and products from Sothys and Jacqueline Piotaz all contribute to guests’ wellbeing. A final highlight: a visit to the Sky Terrace with panoramic views.






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6 Grindelwald: Sunstar Alpine Hotel Grindelwald Õ

7 Gstaad: Gstaad Palace Ä

Gorgeous materials, evocative lighting and a multitude of delightful details combine to dazzling effect at the large, modern spa (1,800 sq. m), the crown-ing glory of this famous hotel. From the hammam with its seven relaxation rooms to the 50-metre swimming pool, and from the private spa suite to the Pilates studio, the facilities for guests are in a class of their own – like the hotel’s divine cuisine and heavenly views.


The glorious views of the north face of the Eiger, the Wetterhorn and the gla-cier gorge are an irresistible invitation to explore the mountains. Nothing could be easier: with the First gondola station located next to the hotel, the Sunstar Grindelwald makes the perfect base. An indoor pool, saunas, Roman-Irish baths, beauty centre and gym provide the other ingredients for total holiday relaxation and wellness.



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9 Gstaad: The Alpina Gstaad Ä

An atmosphere of refined elegance pervades The Alpina Gstaad – above all in Switzerland’s first Six Senses Spa, inspired by Far Eastern traditions and the Bernese Oberland. Highlights of this temple to wellness include a 25-metre indoor pool, outdoor pool with heavenly mountain views, “Ladies Only” zone, floatation room and ham-mam. Additional draws: the 3D cinema and the exquisite cuisine served at the Megu and Sommet restaurants.


GaultMillau: 16 points & 18 points

“Le Grand Spa” well deserves its name: this is one of the largest in Switzerland (3,000 sq. m). Along with elegant saunas and steam baths, it has eleven treatment rooms in which expert practitioners provide traditional therapies, skincare based on the latest technologies and a range of anti-aging options. The stylish spa also features yoga retreats, Pilates classes, a swim-ming pool and a modern gym.


GaultMillau: 14 points Michelin: 1 star

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10 Interlaken: Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa Ä

11 Interlaken-Unterseen: Landhotel Golf & Salzano Spa Ã

The beautiful new spa at the Landhotel Golf boasts a delightful range of well-ness features inspired by nature in-clud ing a herbal/pine steam bath, a panoramic old-timber sauna and an alpine steam bath with sparkling Swarovski ceiling. The treatments are fresh and original, too, from the “soft-pack” concept of body packs with hay to muscle relaxation therapies and beauty treatments with goat cream and truffles.


An unrivalled oasis of relaxation and pleasure: the Victoria-Jungfrau Spa (5,500 sq. m) charms guests with its harmonious atmosphere. The archi-tecture of the extensive pool area alone is a delight. Further treats in store: exquisite skincare at the world’s only SENSAI SELECT Spa, a wide range of massages at the luxurious ESPA Spa, and top-class culinary creations at the two new restaurants, Quaranta Uno and La Terrasse.



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12 Lenk in the Simmental: Lenkerhof gourmet spa resort Ä

13 Merligen: Beatus, Wellness- & Spa-Hotel Ö

A gorgeous location on the shore of Lake Thun, facing the towering Nie-sen, is the perfect complement to the Beatus’ exquisite and spacious spa (2,000 sq. m). Features include the popular open-air saltwater pool (35 °C), a large indoor swimming pool (29 °C) and two sauna parks: “Classic” and “Bamboo”, inspired by the tradi-tions of the Far East. The lush, scenic gardens also feature a private lake-front.


Excellent taste characterises this five-star hotel, above all in the exquisite spa. The sauna complex offers seven different paths to blissful relaxation, while the sulphur-rich waters of the outdoor pool, whose origins date back nearly 350 years, soothe the skin and stimulate metabolism; the indoor pool is perfect for energising work-outs. Treatments using massage oil with local plant essences refresh and revive.




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14 Saanenmöser: Golfhotel Les Hauts de Gstaad À

15 Schönried above Gstaad: Ermitage, Wellness & Spa Hotel Ö

This luxurious chalet-style hotel fully lives up to its reputation as one of Switzerland’s leading Wellness Hotels: the generous spa (3,500 sq. m) even has two saltwater pools, one outdoor and one indoor. Other attractions in-clude a large swimming pool and a sauna complex with “Lady Spa” and generous relaxation zones. Vitality and beauty are the focus of a comprehen-sive and imaginative variety of mas-sages and activity classes.


This individually run hotel delights guests with its warm welcome and unique, family-friendly charm. Located close to the golf course and the ski pistes, the golf hotel provides a com-prehensive range of wellness facilities and services offering an appealing variety of massages and beauty treat-ments. Highlights include the herbal stamp massages and the 15-metre pool with mountain water at a tem-perature of 28 °C.




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16 Spiez: Belvédère Strandhotel & Restaurant À

17 Spiez: Hotel Eden Spiez À

Sweeping views across Lake Thun to the mountains to delight the eye; romantic gardens to inspire the soul; and a peaceful spa to revitalise the body. At the idyllic Eden, wellness means harmony. The spa’s attractive features include a steam bath, bio-sauna, hydro-massage showers, whirl-pool baths and an indoor pool. A gym, bicycles, e-bikes and a tennis court provide plentiful scope for active relaxation.


This stylishly renovated hotel with its belle époque ambiance, private lake-front and motor boat also charms guests with its new spa. A visit to the saunas and steam baths boosts circu-lation, relieves fatigue, cleanses respi-ratory tracts and detoxes the body. Other draws include the outdoor pool with panoramic views, an “imperial tub” for couples and a wet massage table for soap-brush massages and full-body scrubs.



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Swiss secrets of aging well.Cherish health, eat wisely, be proactive, take time: experts have a better insight than ever into the essence of wellbeing. Today, Swiss hotels combine classic wellness practices with the latest medical therapies to lasting effect.

Classic massage at the Arosa Kulm Hotel in Arosa

The surge of interest in aging well has spawned labels from “holistic well-ness” and “wellness plus” to “selfness” and “well-aging”. Whatever the pre-ferred name, Switzerland offers the perfect setting: at state-of-the-art ho-tel spas, highly trained therapists and doctors perform wonders while a

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beautiful natural backdrop works its magic. Near Appenzell, for example, at the Hotel Hof Weissbad –Switzerland’s only certified F. X. Mayr centre – fast-ing cures help improve digestion and de tox the body. The Grand Resort Bad Ragaz, meanwhile, with its min-eral-rich thermal spring water and top-quality anti-aging treatments, is re-garded as Europe’s leading wellbeing & medical health resort. The Dolder Grand in Zurich is known for its indivi-dually tailored preventive therapies and its outstanding network of medical experts. Near Geneva, La Réserve Genève Hotel and Spa has gained renown for its Nescens “better-aging”

programmes. Aging well is not the exclusive domain of the luxury sector, however. Three- and four-star hotels are also supporting holistic, preventive wellness – adding services from nutri-tion advice and health coaching to stress management. The Engadin Scuol Samnaun region, home to the Swiss National Park, has gone a step further, pro mising gluten- and lactose-free holidays with participating hotels, guesthouses, restaurants and shops. Top-class facilities and a nat-ural setting that is good for body and soul: no wonder guests fall in love with Switzerland.

The symbol below denotes Switzerland’s first official Medical Wellness Hotels. Each of them has not only a large spa but also a skilled team of doctors and medical experts at guests’ disposal. All the venues place an overriding emphasis on controlled treatments: the role of Medical Wellness is to help guests deve-lop a healthy lifestyle and to support them in taking control of their own pre-ventive healthcare.

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Lactose- and gluten-free holidays at the Wellness Destination of Engadin Scuol


Fribourg Region.A breathtaking landscape to charm the eye; countless castles, museums and Fribourg’s Old Town to fascinate the mind; delicious cheese dishes to seduce the taste buds; and the wonderful Wellness Destination of Charmey to delight body and soul.

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18 Charmey: Hôtel Cailler Õ

Thanks to a direct underground pas-sageway, guests of the hotel Cailler enjoy the easiest access to the beauti-ful Bains de la Gruyère. The extensive thermal spa complex (5,000 sq. m) offers various saunas and hammams, indoor and outdoor pools with mas-sage-jet loungers and 16 treatment rooms. With its tranquil natural setting in the idyllic Fribourg Pre-Alps, the hotel promises a restful break for mind and body alike.



minutes should be allowed for a visit to the Roman-Irish baths. The relaxing and pleasurable bathing ritual features a series of steam baths with temperatures ranging between 40 and 70 °C. Guests spend about ten minutes in each; as they sweat out waste pro-ducts, the skin is cleansed. At the end of the sequence, bathers lie back and bliss out in a rest room, snugly wrapped in warm towels.


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Geneva.Nestling between alpine peaks and vineyards, framed by water and forests, the world’s smallest metropolis enjoys a charmed location. Pristine nature, international organisations such as the United Nations and exquisite spas all form part of the scenery.

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19 Bellevue-Genève: La Réserve Genève Hotel and Spa Ä

This exclusive sanctuary lies in lush, four-hectare grounds on Lake Geneva. Alongside five restaurants and bars, the complex boasts a spacious spa (2,000 sq. m) offering everything the wellness enthusiast could wish for. Facilities include a hammam, saunas, indoor and outdoor pools, gym and tennis courts – plus 17 treatment rooms with a focus on the “Better-Aging” programmes for which the hotel has become known.


square kilometres: Lake Geneva is the largest in Switzerland and the whole of the Alps. In Geneva, just a couple of hundred metres from the famous Jet d’Eau fountain, the Bains des Pâquis lake lido is a magnet for sun-worshippers, swimmers and anyone wishing to relax. The views across the lake are gorgeous; the hammam and Turkish bath are open year-round.


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Lake Geneva Region.With its bright skies, sparkling lake and taste for the good things in life, this region has captured countless hearts. Play alpine golf in Villars-Gryon, stroll through the alleys of Montreux, cycle among the Lavaux vineyards: burning calories comes naturally here.

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20 Lausanne: Hotel Royal Savoy Ö

The historic features are still there, and the view of the lake and Alps is the same – yet everything else has changed at the Royal Savoy, modern and lu x-urious after a complete refurbishment. The same is true of the spa area with its stylish indoor/outdoor pool, two spa suites, ladies’ area, 24-hour gym – and eight treatment rooms offering an exclusive collaboration with the Clinic Lémanic. The view from the Sky Lounge is fabulous.


21 Lausanne: Lausanne Palace & Spa Ä

The CBE Concept Spa unites beauty care, health, sports and nutritional expertise under one roof. Located in the heart of Lausanne, this luxurious world of wellbeing (2,100 sq. m) features a men’s hammam and a women’s rhassoul room in addition to shared baths and saunas. Treatments focus on Ayurveda, the world’s oldest wellness philosophy. The hotel’s outstanding restaurants serve gourmet delights to match.


GaultMillau: 13 points & 14 points & 18 points Michelin: 1 star


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22 Yverdon-les-Bains: Grand Hôtel des Bains À

As well as direct access to Yverdon’s famous thermal baths with their exten-sive wellness, beauty and gym facilities, the Grand Hôtel has its own pool, fed by thermal water at a soothing 34 °C and reserved for hotel guests. The ele-gance of the belle époque permeates the hotel; from the restaurant Le Pavil-lon with its stylish am biance to the bar under the hotel’s landmark cupola, there’s a mood of sophisticated re - laxa tion. +41 (0)24 424 64 [email protected]

years have passed since the ancient Romans enjoyed the curative properties of the hot springs, rich in sulphur and magnesium, of Yverdon-les-Bains. Today, visitors still value the beneficial effects of the mineral water as they relax in the beautiful thermal spa with its indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpool features, bubble loungers and underwater massage jets.


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1 Engadin Scuol: magical world Modern interiors, a beautiful natural setting, spacious pools fed by mineral water, soothing saunas and lovely mountain views combine to make the Engadin baths at Scuol a magical place to relax.MySwitzerland.com, Webcode: 36987

2 Weggis Vitznau Rigi: wellbeing Crystal-clear lakes, fresh mountain air, un - spoilt nature and Lucerne’s wealth of culture close by: the Weggis Vitznau Rigi region, known for its mild climate, offers everything for a perfectly relaxing holiday.MySwitzerland.com, Webcode: 36989

Nine worlds of wellbeing. At Switzerland’s nine certified Wellness Destinations, a holistic approach to health is not just a philosophy but a lifestyle. Located throughout the country, they all offer superb indoor and outdoor facilities and promise an unforgettable stay.

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3 Leukerbad: energy sourceEvery day, 3.9 million litres of natural, mineral- rich spring water at a temperature of 51 °C flow into the pools of the largest spa resort in the Alps. The setting, high in the Valais Alps, is spectacular. MySwitzerland.com, Webcode: 36988

4 Gstaad: pure alpine pleasure Picturesque wooden chalets and ultra-modern spa facilities form a charming combination at this stylish resort, also famous for its gourmet restaurants and world-class sporting and cultural events.MySwitzerland.com, Webcode: 28380

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6 Bad Zurzach: open-air bliss Switzerland’s largest thermal pool complex is fed by water at a blissful 39.5 °C. Highlights include thermal pools, a natural swimming pool and a concentrated salt-water pool; steam baths, 14 saunas and a wide variety of massages guarantee the ultimate in relaxation.MySwitzerland.com, Webcode: 36992

5 Baden: power of nature Baden means “bathing”, which has a long tradition here. The ancient Romans enjoyed the hot springs 2,000 years ago, and a million litres of soothing, mineral-rich water still bubble up every day from 18 springs.MySwitzerland.com, Webcode: 36990

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7 Charmey: pools among peaks Indoor and outdoor pools, a variety of saunas, a hammam, two Turkish baths, massages with mountain plant extracts: the thermal baths of the Bains de la Gruyère, set in the idyllic Pre-Alps, promise a treat for body and soul.MySwitzerland.com, Webcode: 36994

9 Rheinfelden: salt of the earth From the sauna culture of Finland and Siberia to Mediterranean-style pool fun: wellness on the idyllic Rhine is a journey of wellbeing around the world. The soothing natural salt water here has been extracted from a depth of 200 metres since the 19th century.MySwitzerland.com, Webcode: 227099

8 Ascona-Locarno: MediterraneanModern facilities, a fairy-tale setting on the shores of Lago Maggiore, a Mediterranean climate and the region’s subtropical vegeta-tion together create the perfect atmosphere for rest and relaxation.MySwitzerland.com, Webcode: 206070

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Graubünden.937 peaks, 150 valleys and 615 lakes: Switzerland’s largest canton combines pristine natural landscapes with an attractive holiday scene. The spas and thermal baths are delightful too – as at the lactose- and gluten-free Wellness Destination of Engadin Scuol.

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23 Arosa: Arosa Kulm Hotel & Alpin Spa Ä

24 Arosa: Tschuggen Grand Hotel Ä

The Tschuggen Bergoase (“mountain oasis”) is an exceptionally stylish and spacious spa (5,000 sq. m) by the leading architect Mario Botta. The va-riety of pools and saunas and the full programme of fitness and wellness activities, tailored to individual needs, are sure to impress. Five restaurants cater to every taste; the Tschuggen Express carries guests direct to the ski pistes in winter and the hiking trails in summer.


This welcoming hotel enjoys a glorious natural setting: ski-in, ski-out in winter and perfect for hiking in summer. At the Alpin Spa with Arosa mountain water (32 °C), guests enjoy a further source of wellness from the European tradition of natural healing – in the form of a rock pool with waterfall, a sound-and-scent grotto, a mist path, Finnish sauna, sanarium and steam bath. Children have their own fun pool with slide.


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26 Davos: Sunstar Alpine Hotel Davos Õ

This spacious holiday and wellness hotel comprises a wide range of sports and leisure facilities. These also include the attractive spa area, with a large indoor pool (22 ×15 m), gym, fitness hall, Finnish sauna, bio-sauna, steam bath, Roman-Irish baths, re-laxation room with mountain views and a wide range of treatments – from reflexology to candlelit massages for couples. A ski shuttle operates in winter.


Discreet luxury twinned with soothing tranquillity: the small but stylish moun-tain spa at La Val is a real gem and promises a treat for body and soul. The walls of rough-hewn Vals quartzite and local pine wood make for a unique natural atmosphere; the herbal sauna, Finnish sauna, hydro-massage showers, two steam baths and well-ness pool (31 °C) with integrated whirl-pool make relaxing blissfully easy.



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27 Flims Waldhaus: Hotel Adula À

Set amidst gorgeous mountain scenery, Switzerland’s most extensive hotel grounds house an impressive modern glass cube. It is the only element of the resort’s multi-award-winning spa visible from outside. Highlights of this oasis of wellness (2,500 sq. m) include modern saunas, two private spa suites, a designer flotation suite, na tu- ral swimming pond with mountain spring water and a comprehensive beauty, massage and detox programme.


This welcoming family hotel has de-vised its appealing spa, La Mira, according to the principles of Feng Shui. The heart of the venue is an in-vigorating sequence of saunas includ-ing a Graubünden sweat room, ruby steam bath and herbal sauna. The complex also features an indoor swim-ming pool and an outdoor saltwater pool with massage-jet loungers, and offers various fitness classes from yoga and Pilates to stretching.



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30 Lenzerheide: Hotel Lenzerhorn Spa & Wellness Õ

The spa in this atmospheric gem of a hotel promises a uniquely pleasurable experience of wellbeing. Guests can relax in the open-air saltwater pool, swim against the current in the indoor pool, detox in the saunas and suc-cumb to total relaxation while enjoying one of the many expert massages. Further pleasures await in the Lenzer-horn’s three restaurants, which serve gourmet delights to suit every palate.


Guests enjoy an elevated sense of wellbeing long before they set foot in the spa: this elegant castle hotel with its sunny grandeur, extensive lush grounds and stylish Vereina Stübli res-taurant serving exquisite, healthy cuisine promises an uplifting and care-free stay. The aristocratic spa trans-ports mind and body to a state of har-monious calmness – also thanks to herbal treatments that promote deep relaxation.


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31 Lenzerheide: Hotel Schweizerhof À

32 Samnaun: Chasa Montana Hotel & Spa À

At the hotel’s new spa, inspired by an-cient Rome, guests bring mind and body into balance – and can even measure results with the “Prefit body scan”. Exclusive products, uplifting fragrances, a peaceful atmosphere: here, relaxing is easy. The hotel, a member of Relais & Châteaux, also delights gastronomes: the cellar houses a thousand wines and the gourmet restaurant La Miranda boasts a Michelin star.


This luxuriant spa (2,500 sq. m) boasts much more than the largest hammam in the Alps: “well-aging” treatments and relaxed family wellness are also a focus. Options range from yoga, Pilates and Zumba to signature treat-ments with Feuerstein products from the Engadin. Vegan and vegetarian specialities are among highlights at the five restaurants; the hotel also runs a varied programme of cultural events.

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33 Samnaun: Silvretta Hotel & Spa Õ

34 Scuol: Hotel Belvédère À

The Belvédère represents a modern take on the Engadin tradition of the grand hotel. As well as direct access to the famous Engadin thermal baths in Scuol – 13,000 square metres of spa heaven – the hotel has a small but stylish wellness facility of its own. The Spa Vita Nova offers guests a variety of individual beauty and massage treatments as well as a series of sau-nas complete with relaxation room revealing mountain views.


The Silvretta’s energising natural set-ting finds echo in the spa. Here, thanks to the rich heritage of alpine folk medi-cine, the power of nature takes effect with soothing therapies such as the anti-aging programme from Alpienne. Harmony, peace and relaxation also set the tone at the Roman indoor pool with whirlpool bath, earth sauna, la-conium, mountain crystal grotto, salt-water grotto and the invigorating herbal bath.


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35 St. Moritz: Carlton Hotel St. Moritz Ä

36 St. Moritz: Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains Ä

Glacier water, local granite, alpine herbs, wood from Engadin forests and the power of the Mauritius curative spring – the oldest in the Alps – set the refined tone at this magnificent spa (2,800 sq. m) spread over two storeys. Attractions include a stylish sauna area, a Ladies’ Spa and a Kneipp hydrotherapy stream in the garden; expert services range from nutritional advice to personally tailored fitness programmes.

+41 (0)81 838 38 [email protected]/stmoritz

Located on a plateau overlooking St. Moritz, this suites-only hotel with butler service boasts glorious views of the lake and mountains along with a spa extending over three storeys (1,200 sq. m). This luxurious oasis of wellness is the only Leading Spa of the Engadin; highlights include indoor and outdoor pools, a sports pool, a cap-tivating sauna area and a wide range of treatments from nail care to detox algae baths.





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37 Valbella-Lenzerheide: Valbella Inn Resort À

38 Vals: Hotel Rovanada Ã

The sunny, peaceful hotel Rovanada promises an idyllic escape where couples find time and space for one another. Special “cocooning rooms” offer delectable privacy, while soothing massages and body packs promise total relaxation. The indoor pool is fed with Grander spring water; the sauna garden reveals mountain views; and the two restaurants serve a variety of gourmet treats. The Therme Vals spa is nearby.


The “Tor da Lenn”, the stylish wellness tower of the Valbella Inn Resort, en-compasses five storeys. From the refreshment lounge in the basement to the roof terrace with views of the Stätzerhorn, the spa features every-thing from heated stone loungers to a steam bath and ice scrub, along with various saunas and a wide choice of massages. Childcare (from age two) ensures that parents, too, enjoy total relaxation.



Jura & Three-Lakes.With its hills and plateaus, forests, pastures and lakes, this is a land of wellbeing by nature. Summer offers glorious hiking, winter promises superb cross-country skiing; all year, visitors enjoy a sense of bound-less space with views as far as the Alps and Vosges.

Creux du Van, natural rock amphitheatre

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39 Saignelégier: Hôtel Cristal Ô

The sweeping expanses of the wild and unspoilt Franches Montagnes, with their high forests and rolling hills, promise visitors an especially invigo-rating sense of wellbeing. The hotel Cristal provides the perfect base. At the new outdoor spa, guests enjoy water massages at 34 °C as well as expansive views over the idyllic landscape. Saunas, steam baths, a modern gym and an indoor ice rink are among the many other attractions.


walks in locations with a special energy await open-minded visitors to the Jura & Three-Lakes region. The routes, with names such as “The Vortex of Creux du Van”, “The Wyvern of St-Ursanne” and “The Enchanted Forest of Devens”, will fascinate anyone with an interest in natural energy, and promise everyone a relaxing and revitalising experience of nature.


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Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region. A tradition of relaxation: at the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa designed by the Ticino architect Mario Botta, guests enjoy floating in soothing warm water high above the clouds. The tradition of bathing at the Wellness Destination of Weggis Vitznau Rigi dates back more than 600 years.Photograph: Lorenz Andreas Fischer

Arosa Kulm Hotel & Alpin Spa, Arosa, Graubünden. The uplifting and calming sight of snow-covered mountains, fresh alpine air and pure tranquillity are perfect ingredients for effective relaxation during yoga – and, naturally, for finding new energy and inner harmony.Photograph: Christoph Schürpf

Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region.The historic lakeside city of Lucerne makes a charming base for spectacular trips by cog train and cable car to panoramic peaks. The perfect match for this glorious scenery: the stylish Mineral Baths & Spa in the Wellness Destina-tion of Weggis Vitznau Rigi.

View from the Bürgenstock over Lake Lucerne

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40 Andermatt: The Chedi Andermatt Ä

41 Engelberg: Hotel Waldegg Õ

The beneficial effects of the alpine pool are at least partly due to the natural Rheinfelden saltwater, to be sure – but the glorious views of Engelberg and the towering Titlis also boost the sense of wellbeing that rewards visitors to the Waldegg’s spa. A variety of saunas and steam baths plus a beauty centre offering soothing massages complete the perfect match to Engelberg’s superb leisure and sports attractions.


Alpine chic meets Asian grace at the Chedi, offering guests a stylish and original experience that culminates in the generous Spa and Health Club (2,400 sq. m). Highlights include the multi-award-winning 35-metre indoor pool, a variety of exotic steam baths, exclusive spa suites, a spacious outdoor pool, the Tibetan-inspired relaxation lounge and massages with alpine herbs: The Chedi Andermatt redefines the concept of wellness.




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42 Ennetbürgen: Hotel Villa Honegg Ä

43 Melchsee-Frutt: frutt Lodge & Spa À

Europe’s highest-altitude four-star- su perior lakeside hotel also impresses guests with its high standards, starting with its eye-catching design in modern alpine style. Glorious mountain views, superb restaurants and the frutt Spa all play a part in bringing mind and body into harmony. The pools, saunas and rest zones (900 sq. m) promise total relaxation, providing the perfect complement to the hotel’s sublime natural setting.


Since opening in 2011, this jewel of a hotel high above Lake Lucerne has bewitched guests with its elegance, unfussy charm and discreet privacy – and has already twice won the Prix Bienvenu as Switzerland’s most wel-coming luxury hotel. The spa area, which boasts a 34 °C outdoor infinity pool as well as an indoor pool fea-turing a counter-current system and underwater music, is likewise in a class of its own.




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44 Stoos: Seminar- und Wellnesshotel Stoos Õ

45 Weggis / Luzern: Alexander-Gerbi Wellness Hotels Õ

These two well-kept hotels, located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, have been run by the Hasler family for five generations with loving attention to detail. Guests enjoy use of a private lakefront in summer and a heated out-door pool in winter. Year-round attrac-tions include an indoor pool heated to 30 °C and a large and comfortable spa (1,300 sq. m) with a focus on treat-ments featuring regional plants and flowers.


The Stoos is the only hotel in central Switzerland to offer Haki treatments. This new, holistic concept is aimed at individuals whose lifestyle requires in-tense mental activity, and helps re-ground them in their body. The same emphasis on relaxation permeates the whole spa, with various saunas, steam baths and pools revealing extensive use of natural stone, steel and wood. The beauty area uses exclusively nat-ural products.



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46 Weggis / Luzern: Park Weggis Ä

47 Weggis / Luzern: Wellness Hotel Rössli Õ

The interplay of heat, light and sen-suous aromas evokes an exotic charm: it’s easy to relax at the Rössli and enjoy the pure lightness of being. The spa features a heated outdoor saltwater pool as well as saunas, steam baths, rest rooms and a gym. The hotel, designed in modern Medi-terranean style, is also home to the largest beauty centre in Weggis, and offers a variety of attractive package deals.


The mixture of traditional elegance and modern panache that characterises the Park Weggis also captivates visi-tors to the spa. This offers a range of exotic treatments combining natural ingredients with state-of-the-art high-tech concentrates to lasting beneficial effect; guests can also opt for the total privacy of luxurious spa cottages. The essence of “Sparkling Wellness” at the Park Weggis: pure relaxation on the shores of Lake Lucerne.

+41 (0)41 392 05 05 [email protected]


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48 Wilen: Seehotel Wilerbad Õ

At the Wilerbad “lake hotel”, the spa’s architecture stylishly balances orien- tal and western traditions. The pools, saunas, relaxation zones and lounges form a sensuous world of wellbeing; private spa rooms full of light offer extra luxury. A special highlight: the Himalayan salt sauna. The view of mountains and the Sarneraatal valley is breathtaking. The hotel has its own private lakefront and organises full-moon wellness evenings.


was the year in which Lucerne opened the lake lido on the Natio-nalquai. Built on stilts in cottage style with four wings, the structure has benefited from comprehensive renovation, yet retained allits unique charm. Originally, men and women swam in separate pools; today, the relaxed venue is one of locals’ favourite city attractions.


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Eastern Switzer-land / Liechtenstein.The uplifting expanse of Lake Constance, the picturesque Rhine valley, the hauntingly beautiful Appenzellerland: this region is known for its variety. The wellness attractions are just as diverse, from mineral-rich thermal springs to curative treatments and relaxing whey baths.

Jagged peaks of the Churfirsten

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Eastern Switzer-land / Liechtenstein.The uplifting expanse of Lake Constance, the picturesque Rhine valley, the hauntingly beautiful Appenzellerland: this region is known for its variety. The wellness attractions are just as diverse, from mineral-rich thermal springs to curative treatments and relaxing whey baths.

49 Bad Ragaz: Grand Resort Bad Ragaz Ä

50 Heiden: Hotel Heiden Õ

The Heiden’s spa promises guests the ultimate in blissful relaxation. Two features make this the perfect spot for a wellness break: the calming view across Lake Constance and the wide variety of services – from classic and aromatic massages to Ayurvedic treatments, a “Ceremony of gold” and beauty care. Guests also enjoy glorious views from the stylish garden terrace with lounge, designed by Enzo Enea.


The Grand Resort Bad Ragaz is re-garded as Europe’s leading wellbeing & medical health resort. In addition to two five-star hotels, eight restau-rants and a medical centre complete with in-patient rehabilitation clinic, the resort is also home to an exceptionally generous (12,800 sq. m) and luxurious spa. This is fed by thermal water at 36.5 °C from the spa’s own springs, known for its many beneficial effects on body and mind.





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51 St. Gallen: Oberwaid Kurhotel & Privatklinik À

52 Weissbad: Hotel Hof Weissbad À

Located at the foot of the Alpstein and Säntis, fed by its own two water springs, the Hof Weissbad is Switzer-land’s only F. X. Mayr centre. Here the focus is on health – a highly individual matter, so all guests enjoy extensive personal attention, whether they are following a cure or just relaxing. High-lights include an in-house clinic, tradi-tional Chinese medicine, fasting cures, a GaultMillau restaurant and even a cheese dairy.


A beautiful, tranquil location makes the timelessly elegant Oberwaid health hotel and private clinic the ideal setting for a restful and restorative break. Specialised in stress-related illnesses and their prevention, the Wellness Hotel offers guests everything for indi-vidual, tailored wellbeing: from deli-cious “Smart Cuisine” and cookery courses for allergy sufferers to a ham-mam and patient-specific medical massages.




Ticino.Ticino’s Mediterranean climate is ideal for exotic plants – and also for human wellbeing. Taste “La Dolce Vita” and relax in style at the Wellness Destination of Ascona-Locarno with the Yoga Trail near Vairano or the Splash & Spa pool complex in Tamaro.

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53 Ascona: Hotel Eden Roc Ä

54 Ascona: Parkhotel Delta Õ

The spacious subtropical hotel grounds (80,000 sq. m) are full of secluded spots ideal for fitness work-outs and relaxation. Nonetheless, the new Delta Relax spa (almost) steals the show. Extending over three storeys, the modern, stylish facility offers an exclusive refuge with a variety of attractive amenities from a Turkish bath to special saunas, along with view of the delightful hotel grounds laid out in typical Ticino style.


A shimmering décor reflecting the colours of Lago Maggiore sets the tone in the Eden Roc’s spa, whose attractions include an indoor and out-door pool, a hydro-pool featuring massage-jet loungers and a Kneipp hydro therapy path with stones from the River Maggia. The stylish rooms, by leading designer Carlo Rampazzi, four restaurants and the private lakefront all contribute to the atmos-phere of relaxed wellbeing.




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55 Cademario: Kurhaus Cademario Hotel & Spa À

56 Cademario: Hotel & Spa Cacciatori Õ

The hills above Lake Lugano, a hikers’ paradise, are home to this family-run hotel with a welcoming spa area (1,000 sq. m) including sauna, steam bath and swimming pool and saltwater pool in the subtropical gardens. Treat-ments such as rose and lavender packs are popular with female guests; men happily opt for a beer or wine bath. The hotel’s typical Ticino “grotto” restaurant, meanwhile, appeals to all tastes and serves the finest local cuisine.


The panoramic location has always been special, and guests have been coming for health breaks for a hundred years. Now, after total renovation, the Kurhaus Cademario is more stylish and enchanting than ever. The exten-sive DOT.Spa (2,200 sq. m) features three spectacular pools as well as saunas and steam baths promising a blissfully relaxing detox. The views over Lake Lugano and the foothills of the Alps are simply sublime.



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57 Lugano: Villa Sassa Hotel, Residence & Spa À

58 Orselina-Locarno: Villa Orselina Ö

A top-class location and views over Lago Maggiore framed by Ticino’s lush wooded mountains: stylish Villa Orselina oozes Mediterranean charm. A re freshing outdoor pool is the focus of the delightful gardens, complete with a parade of panoramic loungers. The atmosphere is just as elegant in the spa, whose soothing and uplifting treatments include exclusive aroma-therapy, and in the gym with its superb views.


Blessed with superb views over Lugano, elegant Villa Sassa also boasts one of Switzerland’s largest hotel spas (3,000 sq. m), complete with panoramic outdoor pool. The bright interiors fea-ture everything to promote all-round wellbeing, from an indoor swimming pool to saunas and a modern gym. The fitness programme here is especially impressive, with courses and activities such as TRX (Navy Seals total-body training) and Crossfit.





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Bracing: sauna water to regulate humidity

Power of the peaks.Fresh air, pure water, lush alpine flora and magnificent views: the Swiss mountains have long given visitors a deep sense of wellbeing. Today, health specialists ex-pertly combine nature’s treasures, traditional methods and modern knowledge to beneficial, lasting effect.

One of the beauty secrets of the mountains is whey, a by-product from the manufacture of cheese. The calcium- rich milk serum contains many vitamins and was used long ago al ready as an elixir of beauty: in ancient Greek and Roman civilisations, people bathed in whey to keep their skin soft and silky. In the Swiss moun-tains, whey baths are popular once again: for example at the Chäseren-holz alpine pasture in the Wellness Destination of Weggis Vitznau Rigi. Attractions here include not only deli-cious fresh cheese but whey baths in a wooden tub – as well as an outdoor whirlpool bath, alpine sauna and plen-tiful hay promising a relaxing sleep. Other mountain regions also offer the much-loved whey baths – such as the Appenzellerland, where the practice enjoys a long tradition. Wherever the location, a whey bath always includes a breath taking view of the mountain

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scenery from the tub. Such baths on alpine pastures are generally offered from early June to late August.

From the herb garden of the Alps Many plants that grow in our moun-tains are effective against fatigue and stress. For hundreds of years, local people have known that alpine plants can relieve exhaustion, stimulate circu-lation, quicken metabolism and re-lease tension. At the Parkhotel Belle-vue & Spa in Adelboden, for example, delicately scented flowers and plants growing in surrounding areas are used for their therapeutic qualities in baths, scrubs, packs and massages, with pleasantly invigorating effect.

Vinotherapy. Wine and the by-products of winemaking have a surprising variety of beneficial effects. Vinotherapy is used to stimu-late circulation, strengthen the immune system, encour-age metabolism of fats and improve blood flow. Venues offering treatments include the Hotel & Spa Cacciatori in Cademario or the Walliser Alpentherme & Spa in Leu-kerbad.

Apitherapy. The long-established tradi-tion of apitherapy involves the use of honey-bee pro-ducts for the prevention and treatment of illnesses. At the hotel Mirabeau & Alpine Re-sidence in Zermatt, for ex-ample, Valais alpine honey therapy detoxifies the skin and also features in anti-aging treatments.

A whey bath on the Rigi is a sure way to fall in love with Switzerland


Valais.With 45 peaks above 4,000 metres, Valais is a paradise for mountain- lovers; its gastronomic specialities and fine wines likewise enchant gour-mets. The region is also blessed with superb thermal baths and fine hotel spas – as at the Wellness Destination of Leukerbad.

Bréona alpine pastures near La Forclaz, Val d’Hérens

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59 Breiten above Mörel: Wellnesshotel Salina Maris Õ

60 Haute-Nendaz: Hôtel Nendaz 4 Vallées & Spa À

In the vast hiking and skiing region of 4 Vallées, even the most athletic activity enthusiasts need to restore their energy now and again. The per-fect place is the spacious Spa des Bisses (2,200 sq. m), where guests explore a series of pools, steam baths and saunas in an atmosphere of tranquillity and harmony. The whole hotel, built in modern Valais chalet style, promises effortless relaxation as well as superb views.


This friendly hotel wants guests to feel totally at home – so their pets are welcome too. It lies in the health resort of Breiten on the edge of the Aletsch-Jungfrau UNESCO World Heritage Property, at the heart of a skiers’ and hikers’ paradise. The attractive well-ness area (800 sq. m) features an alpine thermal saltwater pool, sauna, steam bath, massages and more. The hotel also organises scenic guided walks.



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61 Leukerbad: Heliopark Hotels & Alpentherme Ô

62 Leukerbad: Hôtel Les Sources des Alpes Ä

This member of Relais & Châteaux has its own thermal springs and so bene-fits from an inexhaustible source of mountain energy at a steady 36 °C. From individually tailored detox breaks to longer cures, the treatments deve-loped by Mrs. Joëlle Berclaz promise balanced regeneration of mind and body. Another highlight is the restau-rant La Malvoisie, serving delicious Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and fish specialities.


Located in the village square with dra-matic mountain views, the hotel Helio-park boasts its own thermal baths complex and an expert Ayurvedic medical wellness facility. A subway leads to the legendary Walliser Alpen-therme & Spa Leukerbad, where guests relax in the grandest style: the vast complex of pools, baths and sau-nas (12,500 sq. m) features a Roman-Irish bath, mountain spring spa and an unrivalled range of treatments.


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63 Leukerbad: Le Bristol Leukerbad Õ

64 Ovronnaz: Hôtel des Bains d’Ovronnaz Ã

The location alone of the Ovronnaz thermal baths is breathtaking: a sunny mountain terrace high above the Rhône valley, with glorious views of the Valais Alps from the blissfully warm pools. The Panoramic Alpine Spa (1,000 sq. m) promises pure relaxation, with two outdoor pools and an indoor pool featuring underwater-jet loungers, a wide choice of treatments and free personal advice from phytotherapists.


The largest private thermal baths facility in Leukerbad features water with particularly high mineralisation: it trickles through the rock for 40 years before conferring its beneficial effects on muscles and joints. Beautiful indoor and outdoor pools and a stylish sauna area add to the atmosphere of peace-ful relaxation. The Bristol has a holistic approach to wellness, and adapts also its cuisine to guests’ needs.



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65 Saas-Almagell / Saas-Fee: Wellness & Spa Pirmin Zurbriggen À

66 Saas-Fee: Ferienart Resort & Spa Ö

After an active day in the legendary mountain landscapes around Saas-Fee, you’re sure to have some sore muscles – in which case nothing beats a visit to one of the largest spa in the car-free resort. The extensive facility (1,200 sq. m) features highlights in-cluding a pool with waterfall and grot-tos and a seductive choice of saunas and treatments. Groups are also wel-come: the hotel has its own event hall for up to 400 guests.



For the fifth time, the Wellness & Spa Pirmin Zurbriggen has been voted Switzerland’s best four-star holiday hotel in the “Nice Price” category – also thanks to wellness facilities that in clude an attractive spa (1,100 sq. m) where Yin and Yang come into har-mony. The “Fitnesstower” offers a wide variety of training options; the gourmet-level cuisine accommodates special diets. A network of glorious hiking trails starts on the doorstep.

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68 Zermatt: Hotel La Ginabelle À

The spa at La Ginabelle is in a class of its own in Zermatt: extending over two storeys, the stylish facility incorpo-rates five different saunas and baths plus a 34 °C indoor/outdoor pool with various water features; the choice of treatments is broad and imaginative. The family-run hotel enjoys a peaceful location close to the funicular and cog railways, and is known for its market-fresh, regional and varied cuisine.


The world’s first youth hostel with its own spa enjoys a central, quiet loca-tion in the car-free resort of Saas-Fee, and offers a glorious view taking in no fewer than 13 peaks above 4,000 metres. The spacious spa (1,900 sq. m) boasts features including a Finnish sauna, bio-soft sauna, herbal steam bath, whirlpool bath and 25-metre sports pool; the modern gym and choice of massages are equally im-pressive.



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69 Zermatt: Hotel Mirabeau & Alpine Residence À

70 Zermatt: Wellness Hotel Alpenhof À

Pure alpine charm: in one of the sau-nas, a rest room and two treatment rooms, you’d think you were in a ge nu-ine log cabin. But the whole spa offers a feast for the senses, with spe cialities including a honey-pine bath, massages such as the Matterhorn Touch and at-tractive multi-day packages. The moun-tain views from the outdoor whirlpool bath are gorgeous. The hotel, with its own flock of Valais Blacknose sheep, lies by the funicular.


Silver granite, glacial rock, soapstone: even the names of the materials have a poetic ring. The Mirabeau’s spa echoes the surrounding alpine nature with features such as a mountain crystal steam bath, Valais chalet sauna and soapstone herbal bath. Treat-ments including vinotherapy and a hot chocolate massage hint at the gastro-nomic pleasures that delight guests in the restaurant with views of the Mat-terhorn.




Zurich Region.Theatre, art and clubbing? Or lakes, rivers and nature? In Zurich you can have it all – including delightful oases of relaxation. Highlights include the Zurich Thermal Baths & Spa, with city views; the Utoquai lake lido from 1890; and the Wellness Destination of Baden.

View over Zurich’s Old Town with Grossmünster church

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71 Baden: Limmathof Baden Hotel & Spa Õ

72 Zürich: The Dolder Grand Ä

The multi-award-winning Dolder Grand Spa is a stylishly designed complex (4,000 sq. m) offering a superb range of facilities as well as panoramic views over Zurich. Four programmes make up Dolder Grand Life Balance: Detox, Beauty, Vitality and Relax, which are reflected in all services. Guests enjoy use of a large swimming pool as well as two sepa-rated areas, the Ladies’ Spa and the Gentlemen’s Spa.


The heart of this boutique hotel on the banks of the river Limmat is a world of soothing relaxation based around Switzerland’s most mineral-rich ther-mal spring water. Attractions at the Novum Spa include a whirlpool bath, steam bath, sauna and cold room, along with a wide range of treatments. For the ultimate escape, book one of the private spa suites boasting high-quality water beds, steam baths with light therapy and saunas.


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