Leaving tomorrow for Switzerland, we are planning on several hikes, does anyone recommend we bring the Hiking sticks?
I will probably be packing 2 for me and my husband. Can I rent those there? Murren and Zermatt areas?
They seem to add extra weight as well.
I am hoping not check my luggage so not sure if I can still bring those in cabin?
Please advice
Clara
You cannot put regular hiking poles in a bag carried on the plane. TSA says they are not allowed.
I believe they are widely available for rent at local,sports shops in the mountain villages, but I have never tried that personally.
It really depends on what type of hikes you have planned. Easy/moderate you don't need them. If you're planning more moderate to moderate/difficult they are definitely helpful. You can purchase them at the sports store in Murren or Zermatt but they will be much more expensive than what you pay in the US. Renting is possible but again not economical if you need them for the majority of your trip.
