Why I run 👣

It is a way to return.

In movement, things become simple again.
The noise fades.
What matters becomes visible.

There is no need to force clarity.
It appears on its own – step by step.

Daily physical movement is my anchor.

It brings me back into the body.
Into presence.

In a world that constantly asks for more,
this is where I need less.

No complexity.
No distraction.

Just breath.
Just rhythm.
Just being.

There is something honest in that.

You cannot outsource movement.
You cannot shortcut it.

You either show up, or you don’t.

And in showing up – quietly, consistently –
something deeper is built.

Not just strength.
But trust.

Not just fitness.
But alignment.

To feel life – to feel alive.

This is why I run.

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Following the Flow: Discovering Switzerland One River at a Time ~~

In my life, I have run along many rivers, especially in Switzerland. I’ve covered routes along the Rhine, Aare, Rhone, Reuss, Linth, Sihl, Limmat, Glatt (ZH), Thur, Ticino, Necker, Sitter, Birs, Doubs, Sense, Inn, and more. Over the last few weeks, I’ve explored some new river routes:

  • Alte Aare between Büren an der Aare and Aarberg, and further to Kerzers: The Alte Aare is particularly special; since it’s no longer the main channel, it has a much more “wild,” untouched feel compared to the regulated sections.
  • Rotkanal between Langenthal and Murgenthal

It is wonderful to run along Swiss rivers and discover nature this way!

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1000er Stägeli Run – A Short but Brutal Climb in the Jura

6.3.2026 – I run the 1000er-Stägeli several times: short, intense, and surprisingly tough. The staircase climbs steeply up the Born in the Swiss Jura, with around 1150 steps packed into a very short distance.

At the top, a short moment to catch the breath and enjoy the view over the Swiss Mittelland. Then it’s time to jog back down – and maybe think about doing it again.

Short distance, big effort. That’s the 1000er-Stägeli – LOVE IT!

Insider: A short detour to Heidenhöhle 👌

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Cross-country Mood in full Swing 🩵

There’s a particular feeling that arrives the moment you clip into your skis and push off into a silent, snow-covered forest — a quiet euphoria that no trail map can prepare you for.

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Vanil Noir Ridge – Double Ascent ^^

12.11.2025 – The Vanil Noir ridge delivered one of my most memorable trail running experiences to date – stunning and treacherous in equal measure. The snow-covered west-hang demanded full concentration with every step. I encountered numerous chamois navigating the steep terrain with effortless grace, and caught glimpses of wild birds soaring against the dramatic Alpine backdrop. This run reminded me why the Swiss Alps continue to captivate: raw beauty that commands both respect and awe. Not for the faint-hearted, but absolutely worth it.

Hiking Vanil Noir Ridge

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Val Grande National Park – The last Wilderness of the Alps

Val Grande National Park – From Val Vigezzo to Monte Togano

28.10.2025 – I started my hike in the quiet Val Vigezzo valley, surrounded by the Italian mountain scent. The trail led me deep into Val Grande National Park, a place that truly feels wild and forgotten. As I climbed higher, I passed old stone houses slowly being reclaimed by nature — silent reminders of the people “who once lived here”. The forest eventually opened up, revealing wide views over Lake Maggiore and the distant Alps. The final push to the top of Monte Togano (2,301 m) was steep but rewarding. Standing on the summit, I felt completely alone and free, with endless mountains stretching in every direction — a perfect reminder of how powerful and peaceful true wilderness can be.

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Piz Sesvenna 3204m ^ & Piz Umbrail 3033m ^

Over the last few days, I have trailed two more three-thousand-metre peaks. First up was Piz Sesvenna. A magnificent hike with a dreamlike backdrop. One day later, it was time for the relatively short Piz Umbrail. Here, too, I was rewarded with a fantastic view of the nearby 3,000-metre peaks of South Tyrol and Switzerland.

Swiss 3000m Tour
View from Piz Umrail left and Piz Sesvenna right

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Another 3000m Trail ⋀

14.10.2025 – This time, I started early in the morning from Saas-Almagell. Surrounded by the vibrant colors of autumn, I made my way toward the Mittaghorn, which rises 3,143 meters above sea level. The view is phenomenal, as mighty 4,000-meter peaks surround you. The descent led me toward Saas-Fee, where the golden autumn greeted me in all its colorful glory. There are surprisingly many ibex roaming the mountain slopes.

Golden Autumn over Saas-Fee
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Another Great Trail in Wallis

7.10.2025 – I started in the late morning in Grignols, surrounded by quiet alpine meadows. The trail rose steadily, I passed above Saflischpass toward the Fülhorn, revealing wide views over the Simplon area and the distant glacier peaks. From there, I continued to the Folluhorn – a wilder, more rugged summit where silence and wind become your only company.

The ridge walk between the two peaks was pure freedom – raw, open, and deeply Swiss. On the descent to Rosswald, the landscape softened again, passing through golden grass and larch forests.

Folluhorn

It was more than a trail – it felt like a journey of discovery. A confession of a Swiss Soul connecting with its mountains, one step at a time.

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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 mountains.

By the time I reached the Cabane de Susanfe, I felt the closeness of the mountains all around. I continued for the Haute Cime, the highest of the seven Dents. The climb was steep and rocky, every turn testing my breath and my legs, but also filling me with anticipation. When I finally stood at 3,257 meters, the panorama stopped me in my tracks: an endless sweep of peaks, clouds drifting below, silence broken only by the wind or birds.

On the long way back, tired but content, I carried with me more than just the view. The Haute Cime gave me that rare gift mountains sometimes offer: the reminder of how small we are, and at the same time how limitless we can feel.

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