Vögel im Alpenraum – Naturführungen

In Switzerland, eleven bird species are exclusively found in the Alps. Five different altitude levels create habitats with their typical bird species: bearded and griffon vultures, golden and short-toed eagles, red and black kites, common and wasp harriers, kestrel, brown throat, and field larks. These and other species can be observed in the Simmental.

You will learn a lot about their behavior, breeding biology, diet, evolution, and migration patterns. You will learn how to identify raptors in a simple way.

With a magnifying glass, you can marvel at the wonders of bird fields and get to know their diverse functions. An exciting nature experience for children and adults.

Myrta Wüthrich from St. Stephan, a certified field ornithologist and excursion leader, will accompany you on various discovery trips:

Black Woodpecker, the cave builder
Date: April 1 to September 13, 2026
Location: Schlegelholz, St. Stephan
Meeting point and time: Parking lot at Stöckli train station, 8:50 AM, excursion duration: about 3 hours

Golden Eagle, Vultures, Harriers, Kites, Falcon, and ancient Mountain Maple trees.
Date: May 1 to September 13, 2026
Location: Attic, St. Stephan
Meeting point and time: Parking lot at the municipal administration (carpooling follows), 9:00 AM, excursion duration: about 3 – 4 hours

Golden Eagle, Griffon Vulture, Cuckoo, and Apollo Butterfly
Date: June 6 to September 13, 2026
Location: Chlus, Boltigen
Meeting point and time: Meeting point to be arranged, 9:00 AM, excursion duration: about 3 – 4 hours

Raptors, Golden Eagles, Vultures, and Falcon
Date: June 6 to September 13, 2026
Location: Betelberg or Metschstand/Hahnenmoos, Lenk
Meeting point and time: Bottom station Betelberg or Metschbahn, 9:00 AM, excursion duration: 4 – 5 hours

Birds and Butterflies migrating south: Year-round birds, Bearded Vultures, Golden Eagles, Alpine Choughs, and Crows
Date: September 14 to October 11, 2026, from Wednesday to Sunday
Location: Metschstand/Hahnenmoos, Lenk
Meeting point and time: Bottom station Metschbahn, 9:00 AM, excursion duration: 4 – 5 hours

Information
All excursions can be individually booked from Monday to Sunday.
Binoculars will be provided.
No minimum participants. The excursion will also be conducted with one person.
Excursions are also very suitable for groups, schools, and photographers.
Excursions will not take place in heavy rain.
Weather-appropriate clothing and, if necessary, refreshments.
Payment: Cash or Twint.
No hiking experience required.

Excursion costs (excluding travel/cable car)
CHF 40.– Adults
CHF 20.– Children up to 16 years
CHF 100.– Family

Information and Registration
Until noon the day before with Myrta Wüthrich, +41 79 514 20 65, fokusnatura@gmx.ch