Discover the joy of sledding in a fairytale snow landscape. The 1,200-meter-long toboggan run on Bern’s local mountain Gurten offers memorable fun for both young and old.

Gurten Have a great time on the snowy meadows of the Gurten! Whether you like sledding, snowboarding or skiing, there is room here for it all. A second lift for small children is perfect for the very first time on skis. Spectators welcome. Skis, poles and ski shoes for children ages 3 to 8 can be rented at the ski lift. www.gurtenpark.ch

Nighttime sledding on Riggisalp A must for snow fanatics – whizzing down the well-lit 4 km long piste under moonlight. Nighttime sledding every Friday from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Complete your evening with a fondue at Bärghuus Riggisalp or the Restaurant Gypsera. Snow conditions: +41 (0)26 412 10 23 www.kaisereggbahnen.ch www.schwarzsee.ch