On the trail of Europe's largest wild cat
On the trail of Europe's largest wild cat
On 11 June 2026, we will be celebrating the secret king of our forests.
Join us on a journey into the life of the lynx – with exciting activities, information on species conservation, and opportunities for people of all ages to get involved on and around the International Lynx Day. Discover why the lynx holds such special significance in Switzerland, what threats it faces today, and why its protection is so important.
Events & Activities
Exkursion – Das geheime Leben vom Luchs
Bushaltestelle
Mühlrüti, Hulftegg, 9613 Mosnang, Switzerland
Tag des Luchses im Brauchtumsmuseum Urnäsch
Brauchtumsmuseum Urnäsch
Dorfplatz 6, 9107 Urnäsch, Switzerland
Mit dem Luchs auf Augenhöhe – Ausstellung
Umwelt Arena
Türliackerstrasse 4, 8957 Spreitenbach
Abendführung #1: Tag des Luchses
Haupteingang Natur- und Tierpark Goldau
Parkstrasse 42, 6410 Goldau
Abendführung #2: Tag des Luchses
Haupteingang Natur- und Tierpark Goldau
Parkstrasse 42, 6410 Goldau
Auf den Spuren von Luchs und Wolf
Parkplatz Seilpark Balmberg
4524 Balm bei Günsberg
Lynx in Switzerland
Although population numbers are rising sharply, the lynx is endangered in Switzerland. Genetic impoverishment means that its long-term survival is not guaranteed. Find out why the lynx is so important for our forests and what it takes to keep lynxes healthy in Switzerland.
