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[quote=Anonymous]Spent two weeks in the Berner Oberland last August, almost exclusively staying in mountain huts and trekking hut to hut. Then a few days in the cities and Munich. Altogether 2 1/2 weeks.

The entire time I had an Osprey Kestrel 38 backpack. Enough space for everything I needed. And I was able to get it as carry on (Icelandair)! Wore boots on the plane to maximize capacity, taking them off as soon as the plane took off. Also took a small pair of walking shoes for the cities.

Regarding clothing, the temperature was pleasant the entire time, lucky to only have rain one morning and only a few hours of that. Your real concern isn't cold but rain. Agree with the other recommendation to pack a lightweight down jacket like a Patagonia down, that's what I did. Had merino clothing, lightweight and perfect for either hotter midday temps and cooler evening temps. When it cools at night up in the mountains, the huts themselves are comfortable and I was never cold.

What hiking gear are you taking? I buy cheap hiking poles from Decathlon upon arrival and leave them behind at the last hotel when leaving the mountains. Know of too many people who lost or had stolen expensive hiking poles and the cheap poles are perfectly fine for two weeks of hiking. And you're not allowed to take poles as carry on.

Don't overpack if carrying everything on your back. The trains are fine, all are equipped to handle large luggage for hiking and skiing. Especially designed to do this! Another comment re shoes. If you're not doing high apline rocky trails you probably don't need serious hiking boots but strong walking shoes. [/quote]

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