Die nächsten zwei Dreitausender sind Geschichte. Die Tschenglser Hochwand und die Rötlspitze bei Sonnenaufgang haben mir zwei tiefgehende Erlebnisse geschenkt. Was bleibt, ist die Erinnerung an eine Bergwelt, die mich bewegt – und an das Gefühl, sie mit jedem Jahr etwas anders zu sehen.

Piz Bernina, Piz Palü, Ortler, Monte Zebrù und Königsspitze bildeten eine beeindruckende Kulisse. Jeder dieser Berge hat seine eigene Gestalt, seine eigene Präsenz. Zusammen eröffneten sie ein Panorama, in dem der Blick immer wieder hängen blieb und doch weiterwandern wollte.

Besonders der Sonnenaufgang auf der Rötlspitz, auch Piz Cotschen oder Punta Rosa, bleibt mir in Erinnerung. Wenn das Licht eine Landschaft nach und nach sichtbar macht, verändert sich auch die Wahrnehmung. Konturen treten hervor, Schatten geben den Bergen Tiefe, und vertraute Formen erscheinen für einen Moment neu. Man steht dort, schaut und spürt, wie viel es zu entdecken gibt.

Mit dem Älterwerden wird mein Blick auf die Berge weiter. Ich erkenne mehr Zusammenhänge: zwischen Gipfeln und Tälern, zwischen Landschaften und Flüssen, zwischen den Strukturen im Stein und den Kräften, die sie geformt haben. Auch das Licht gehört dazu. Es verändert, was wir sehen, worauf wir achten und wie wir einen Ort erleben.

Und dann die Geschichte. Die Geschichte der Landschaft selbst und die der Menschen, die in ihr gelebt haben, Wege gesucht und Übergänge geschaffen haben. Ein Tal, ein Pass oder ein Berghang bekommt dadurch eine zusätzliche Dimension. Mit jeder Tour wächst ein wenig das Verständnis dafür, wie alles miteinander verbunden ist.

Vielleicht kommt dieser weitere Blick mit der Erfahrung. Man hat mehr Landschaften gesehen, kann Formen einordnen und Verbindungen erkennen. Gleichzeitig wächst bei mir die Bereitschaft, länger hinzuschauen. Einen Eindruck wirken zu lassen, ohne ihn sofort festhalten oder erklären zu müssen.

Die Freude an der Bewegung und an einer anspruchsvollen Tour ist weiterhin da. Doch das Abenteuer steht für mich immer mehr im Vordergrund: die Neugier auf einen Weg, das Entdecken einer Landschaft, das unmittelbare Erleben von Wind, Fels und Licht. Die Leistung ist Teil der Tour. Ihren Wert finde ich zunehmend in dem, was unterwegs geschieht und in mir nachklingt.

So sind diese beiden Dreitausender auch zwei neue Begegnungen mit den Alpen geworden. Sie haben meinen Blick erweitert und mir Momente geschenkt, die weit über den Gipfel hinausreichen.

Es gibt noch so viel zu sehen – und mit jedem Abenteuer sehe ich etwas mehr.

Ticino is a place of contrasts. In the valleys, it can feel almost Mediterranean. Higher up, the paths turn rocky, the air grows cooler, and the landscape takes on a wilder character. I love that diversity: within a single journey, Ticino can feel like several different worlds.

At 3,072 metres, Pizzo Campo Tencia is the highest mountain standing entirely within the canton. Il tetto del Ticino — the roof of Ticino.

As I climbed, my focus narrowed to the next step, the rock beneath my feet, and my breath. Then I looked up, and the world opened again. From the summit, the view stretched across the Alps, from the Gotthard regions towards the magnificent Monte Rosa massif, one of the great rooftops of Europe.

I came for the mountain, but what stays with me is that feeling of being fully there: the effort of the ascent, the quiet at the top, and the sheer variety of landscapes between valley and sky.

Pizzo Campo Tencia – wild, beautiful Ticino at its best.

I love this meeting of mountains and sea – steep cliffs rising straight from the water and small roads and villages somehow finding their place in between.

For me, it is not only about the beauty of the landscape. It is the feeling of being out there, moving through it, breathing the warm summer air, looking across the water and feeling fully present.

These are the moments I remember most.

Norway’s fjords – where mountains meet the sea, and where I feel deeply alive.

This year, I hiked a large part of the 850km-long Nordkalottleden, also called Nordkalottruta, Kalottireitti or the Arctic Trail – ending at Treriksröset, where Norway, Sweden, and Finland meet.

Treriksröset

What an adventure!
What a backdrop!
What a feeling of aliveness!

With this journey, I’ve now hiked around 1,600 km through Sweden and Norway, most of it in northern Sweden.

Out there, life becomes simple: move, breathe, observe, keep going.
Less noise. More presence. More connection to what really matters.

Maybe that is why I keep coming back to the North – it’s like a second home for me.

To feel small in a vast landscape – and somehow more alive because of it.

Nordkalottleden

When I hear Uri – the ancient heartland of Switzerland — my heart starts beating differently. My whole body comes alive.

Uri is more than a canton – it is history carved into stone. Geology shaped by unimaginable forces. Water rushing from glaciers, mountains and deep valleys. Tradition carried through generations.

It is the land of Wilhelm Tell, the Gotthard, alpine passes, wild valleys and towering peaks.

A place where ethos meets mythos.
Where history becomes legend.
Where mountains become identity.

For me, Uri is Switzerland in its rawest, deepest, most powerful form.

And every time I return, I feel it again.

This is WHY

URI 101

30.7.2026 – It was a journey through the wild heart of the Glarner Alps.

I started early in the morning in Tierfehd and headed into the wild Sand Valley.

The route led past Hinter Sand, up to the Planurahütte and further to Piz Cazarauls at over 3,000 metres asl. From there, I descended back toward Hinter Sand, climbed again to the Claridenhütte, crossed the Fisetengrat and finally, with the luxury of a cable car, descended to Urnerboden.

It was a long and demanding day, from early morning until late afternoon, with good elevation changes, remote mountain terrain and constantly changing landscapes.

Deep valleys, high-alpine rock, glaciers, two mountain huts and a 3,000-metre summit – where the three cantons meet – The canton of Glarus, Uri and Graubünden – all in a single unforgettable journey across the Glarus Alps!

Thank you Glarner Alps!

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Just over a year ago, in May 2025, I published Ingredients for a Fulfilling Life.

Looking back, I realize the journey began much earlier. The first ideas date back to 2019, inspired by mountain trails, backpacking adventures, books, meaningful conversations, and quiet moments of reflection. In early 2023, shortly before becoming a dad, I finally started putting those thoughts into writing.

What began as a personal collection of reflections gradually evolved into a book.

I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who has read it, shared it, or reached out with kind words. My hope has always been simple: to inspire curiosity, encourage deeper questions, and remind us that a fulfilling life is often found in the journey itself.

Thank YOU for being part of this journey.

11.7.2026 –The Piz Lischana Trail is a spectacular alpine adventure in the Lower Engadin. Starting in Scuol, the route climbs through beautiful forests and open alpine terrain to the impressive Lischana Pass before descending into the picturesque mountain village of S-Charl.

Surrounded by rugged limestone peaks and pristine wilderness, the trail offers breathtaking views, challenging mountain terrain, and an authentic Swiss Alpine experience. Whether you’re looking for a demanding day hike or an unforgettable trail-running route, the Piz Lischana Trail is a true highlight of Graubünden.

The Haldensteiner Calanda is one of the most rewarding mountain hikes in Eastern Switzerland. Starting in Tamins, the trail climbs steadily through forests and alpine meadows to the scenic Kunkel Pass before continuing to the 2,805-meter summit of Haldensteiner Calanda.

The ascent is demanding, especially with achilles tendinitis, but incredibly rewarding, offering ever-expanding views over the Rhine Valley, the Bündner Herrschaft, and the surrounding Alpine peaks. From the summit, a breathtaking 360-degree panorama awaits, stretching across Graubünden and beyond.

The route finishes with a long descent to Haldenstein, making it a fantastic point-to-point adventure that combines historic mountain landscapes, panoramic ridges, and a true alpine summit experience. For hikers seeking a challenging day in the Swiss Alps, this route is an unforgettable choice.

I was waiting for over two decades to do the Pizol 5-Lakes Hike, one of Switzerland’s most spectacular alpine adventures. Winding through breathtaking mountain scenery, the trail passes five crystal-clear lakes – Wangsersee, Wildsee, Schottensee, Schwarzsee, and Baschalvasee – each with its own unique character. Surrounded by rugged peaks and endless panoramic views, the hike offers an unforgettable experience in the UNESCO World Heritage Tectonic Arena Sardona.

For those looking for an extra challenge, a short detour to the 2,844-meter Pizol Peak is well worth the effort. From the summit, you’ll be rewarded with stunning 360-degree views across Eastern Switzerland, the Glarus Alps, Graubünden, the Rhine Valley, and, on clear days, all the way to Lake Constance.

Whether you’re chasing alpine lakes, dramatic mountain landscapes, or a rewarding summit, the Pizol region is a must-visit destination for hikers exploring the Swiss Alps.

Patience, my Friend, patience – every step is worth the wait.