Phyl Newbeck and Bryan Harrington recently completed our self-guided Matterhorn Trek in the Alps of Switzerland and Italy and sent us these photos. Hiking Near The Matterhorn The Matterhorn is... read more →
Hiking in Appenzell We recently sent Ryder-Walker guest Lisa Allen to the Appenzell region of eastern Switzerland. To say that she enjoyed herself would be an understatement. Here is her... read more →
From our Facebook fans: What is the name of the local lunch you recommended between Murren and Wengen; baked egg over cheese, over a slice of bread? Great question. It’s called... read more →
Forecast Weather in the Alps There are two ways to check the weather in the Alps, the standard way and the Ryder-Walker way. We all know the standard way. Glance... read more →
Bet You've Never Seen This Before! Ever wonder how the people of Switzerland get all their cows in place for the summer tourist season? ...Or how they maintain them? This... read more →
Maluns, a simple but delicious dish, comes from the Graubünden region of southeastern Switzerland. It's a satisfying hiker's repast prepared with boiled potatoes that are grated, mixed with flour, and... read more →
I have so many photos that I could actually upload a photo each day. Maybe I will. We have some other special features coming up for this fall, so we'll... read more →
Ryder-Walker's Tour du Mont Blanc Excerpt from: Solo adventures; Scared of traveling alone? Fear not: these four female-friendly options boast fitness, fun and companionship. Shape Magazine, Nov, 2004 by Lori Mayfield... read more →
Here's a breakdown for anyone who might be interested in the tour: The Eiger Trail Classic scenery is the hallmark of the Berner Oberland where the famous trio, the Eiger,... read more →
Here's a breakdown for anyone who might be interested in the tour: The Hiker’s Haute Route The highest mountains in western Europe, the Pennine Alps offer a sensational opportunity for... read more →
A woman recently asked me to recommend the absolute ideal 4 weeks to hike the Alps during mid-June to mid-October. I almost told her that the ideal week would... read more →
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