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Published on 5 September 2024

The difference between roads and tracks

National maps feature various types of paths – not all are suitable for every adventure. Learn how to identify and distinguish roads and paths on a map to choose the best route for your hike.
We have produced a short video about this. A young couple plans their hike using a swisstopo national map. Watch how they use the symbols for roads and tracks to plan their excursion perfectly.

Landscape in the Melchsee-Frutt Alps with natural path, blue sky with isolated white clouds
Map reading is in!

Federal Office of Topography swisstopo

Division Cartography
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