Nowhere on earth does a winter wonderland famous for its skiing transform so quickly or so well into a summer mountain majesty renowned for its walking. Switzerland's allure to the walker is a happy combination of the beauties of the Alps and a classic mountain resort culture that's long been the world's standard. Snow-capped peaks, lovely mountain lakes, fragrant pine forests and Alpine meadows in full flower dazzle the summer walker. Superb footpaths, along with occasional lifts from cable cars, help us meet the challenge of exploring some of the most dramatic mountain scenery on earth.