New day in the Alps, 21 November 2009

Days' end in the Alps, Friday 20 November

Lake Geneva region, Switzerland (GenevaLunch) - It’s the in-between season in Switzerland, too early for snow for the skiers, too late for warm pools and barbecues for the summer folk.

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, consider a hike. Better yet, take a hike in the vineyards, anywhere from Geneva to Vaud to Valais. The vineyards are etched with small paths, open to the public, which is one of Switzerland’s great assets and the reason the Swiss are some of the world’s best walkers.

The weather has been exceptionally mild, with few strong winds, and the autumn colours are still lingering. You can hike up to 1,000 metres among the vines without more than a sweater or light jacket this weekend.

Weather forecast: highs of 12C in the Lake Geneva region to 16C in Valais, with mostly sunny skies, dry, some cloud cover (MeteoSwiss)
New GenevaLunch photo album: Switzerland outdoors November 2009

Title: Gastronomical walk in Lake Geneva
Location: Vevey and Montreux, Vaud
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Description: The “Gourmande route” is a 5km walk through some of the most popular vineyards in Vevey-Montreux and a taste of the region.
Date: 13 Sep 2009

Title: Train ride through the land of the “grand crus”
Location: Lavaux, Cully and Lutry
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Description: From April to October ride a charming tourist train on wheels and visit the Lavaux vineyards. Departure from Lutry or Cully.
Start Date: 30 Aug 2009
End Date: 01 Oct 2009

Title: Guided wine tour
Location: Ollon, Vaud
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Description: Take a tour through the vineyards of Ollon, enjoy a meal and partake in wine tasting.
Start Date: 09 Sep 2009
End Date: 13 Sep 2009

Title: A stroll along the vineyards of Morges
Location: Morges, Vaud
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Description: A day for strolling through the vineyards in Morges, savouring local wines and dishes, and enjoying the view of Lake Geneva.
Date: 05 Sep 2009

Title: Historical hike (songs included)
Location: Yverdon, Vaud
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Description: A historical hike of Yverdon, with a guide dressed in costume and… singing. (German singing available by request).
Sponsored by the Association of Swiss-Patrimony Guides and Interpreters (Asgip). 
Date: 30 Aug 2009

Title: Hiking under the lights of the vineyard
Location: Corcelles-pres-Concise (foot of the Jura, near Yverdon)
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Description: A guided tour of vineyards near Yverdon, accompanied by tales of legends of the region and wine tasting. CHF15
Date: 12 Mar 2009