Entries by Lukas Stähli

Les Dents du Midi – A Swiss Landmark

2.10.2025 – From Champéry to the Haute Cime – My Journey into the seven Dents du Midi I set out from Champéry early in the morning, the village still quiet, the peaks of the Dents du Midi glowing in the first light. The trail rose quickly through forest and pasture, pulling me higher into the […]

Trails, Trails, Trails…

This summer, I continued to trail several high Swiss mountains, especially three-thousanders. Each one left its own mark on and for me. The Punta Terra Rossa/Wasenhorn (3’246m) greeted me with its warm, red stone and the feeling of stepping into another world. The view of Monte Leone and the other three and four-thousanders was breathtaking.On […]

36th Ingredient – Death

Chapter-by-chapter: Abstract of “Ingredients for a Fulfilling Life – The Essentials“ Death is the great teacher of life. It reminds us of thepreciousness of every breath. Facing death – our own oranother’s – strips away the superficial. It brings us backto love, presence, and truth. Death is not the end, but atransition. It invites us […]

35th Ingredient – Motivation

Chapter-by-chapter: Abstract of “Ingredients for a Fulfilling Life – The Essentials“ Motivation is the inner spark that drives us toward action.It can come from desire, from vision, or from the pain ofstaying the same. Motivation fluctuates, but disciplinekeeps us going. When we align motivation with purpose,it becomes powerful. Motivation thrives when we rest,reflect, and reconnect […]

Wildstrubel Trail 3243m asl

The tour starts at the Simmenfälle (1,100 m) above Lenk, where the Simme river cascades down in multiple steps. From here, the trail climbs steadily through forest and alpine pastures to the Flueseeli and on toward the Flueseeli plateau (~2,000 m). The landscape quickly changes from green meadows into rock and scree. Above ~2,500 m, […]

Södra Kungsleden – Autumn Vibes 2025

The second part of the Södra Kungsleden, running from Sälen to Flötningen, covers roughly 145 kilometers and took us seven days to complete, including some detours. Compared to the Storlien–Grövelsjön stretch, this section is wilder, more solitary, and less frequented, which gives it a distinctly remote character. The trail follows the Scandinavian mountain range northwards […]

34th Ingredient – Gifts

Chapter-by-chapter: Abstract of “Ingredients for a Fulfilling Life – The Essentials“ Each of us carries unique gifts. These are our strengths,talents, and qualities that come naturally and bring joy.Our gifts are not just for us – they are meant to be shared.When we honor our gifts, we honor our purpose.Sometimes our greatest gifts are hidden […]

33rd Ingredient – Gratitude

Chapter-by-chapter: Abstract of “Ingredients for a Fulfilling Life – The Essentials“ Gratitude shifts our attention from what’s missing towhat’s present. It awakens us to the abundance thatalready surrounds us. Gratitude is not just a feeling – it’sa practice. It deepens our joy, softens our suffering, andopens our hearts. When we choose gratitude, we chooseconnection. We […]

32nd Ingredient – Presence

Chapter-by-chapter: Abstract of “Ingredients for a Fulfilling Life – The Essentials“ Presence is the art of being here, fully and completely.It’s letting go of the past and the future to inhabit therichness of this moment. Presence transforms theordinary into the extraordinary. It is the foundation ofconnection, creativity, and clarity. When we are present,we truly see, […]

31st Ingredient – Health

Chapter-by-chapter: Abstract of “Ingredients for a Fulfilling Life – The Essentials“ Health is the foundation that supports all aspects of ourlives. It includes our physical, mental, emotional, andspiritual well-being. When we care for our health, we arehonoring the vessel through which we experience life.Health is not about perfection – it’s about balance,awareness, and nourishment. It […]