Published on 6 June 2025

Discover the ideal dog walk with the national map

A walk with your dog offers not only fresh air and exercise but also a wonderful chance to explore your surroundings more deeply. Using swisstopo’s national maps, every excursion can be perfectly planned. By understanding map reading and its symbols, you can visualise the terrain in detail before setting off. In this post, discover which key symbols will help you plan the ideal dog-friendly adventure.

Walking the dog — © CMP – stock.adobe.com

Map reading is in!