Switzerland

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Switzerland offers a wide range of tourism and recreational opportunities, from breathtaking natural landscapes to charming cities and cultural attractions.

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Here are some of the main tourist destinations in Switzerland:

Zurich: As Switzerland’s largest city, Zurich is a vibrant hub of art, culture, and shopping. It boasts a picturesque old town, world-class museums, and a beautiful lakeside setting.

Geneva: Situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, Geneva is known for its international diplomacy and stunning scenery. It offers a mix of historic sites, elegant shopping districts, and access to nearby French ski resorts.

St. Moritz: A world-famous luxury resort town in the Swiss Alps, St. Moritz (map) offers stunning landscapes, glamorous hotels, upscale shopping, and top-notch winter sports facilities.

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Lucerne: Nestled amidst mountains and located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, this charming city is famous for its well-preserved medieval architecture, including the Chapel Bridge (map). It serves as a gateway to the Swiss Alps.

Interlaken: Situated between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, Interlaken (map) is an adventure capital renowned for its stunning alpine scenery. It serves as a popular base for outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, paragliding, and more.

Zermatt: Located at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn, Zermatt (map) is a paradise for mountaineers, skiers, and nature enthusiasts. It offers breathtaking alpine landscapes, world-class skiing, and car-free streets.

Bern: The capital city of Switzerland, Bern, features a well-preserved medieval old town designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its attractions include the Bern Cathedral (map), Clock Tower (Zytglogge, map).

Lausanne: Situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, Lausanne is known for its picturesque setting and vibrant cultural scene. It is home to the Olympic Museum and the historic Lausanne Cathedral (map).

Basel: Located on the Rhine River near the borders of Germany and France, Basel (map) is renowned for its art and architecture. It hosts numerous art fairs, including Art Basel, and offers a variety of museums and galleries.

Lugano: Found in the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland, Lugano (map) boasts a Mediterranean flair. It features beautiful lakeside scenery, charming streets, and a mix of Swiss and Italian influences.

*Lavaux (map) — A region of terraced vineyards on the shore of Lake Geneva and a UNESCO cultural heritage site. St. Moritz (map) — glitzy ski resort in the Engadine valley in south-eastern Switzerland. Zermatt (map) — famous mountain resort at the base of the mighty Matterhorn.

Information for planning your trip around the country.

About Bern

Tourist information to help you get to know the city.

Transport

Information about all types of public transport in the country.

Cities & Regions

Useful info about the regions and cities of the country.

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• Thematic collection.

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Tiqets is an online booking platform for museums and attractions that connects travelers worldwide with more ways to experience culture.

Switzerland is renowned for its stunning alpine landscapes, making it a prime destination for alpine tourism. ⇒ Also сheck оut мore info: Bernese Alps (map), Valais Alps (map), Aletsch Glacier (map).

Grindelwald (map) — the classic resort at the foot of the Eiger. In summer and early fall, is also possible to hike into Grindelwald from well-marked Bernese Oberland trails.

RESORTS OF SWITZERLAND

Region: Valais and Vaud

Champex-Lac: Orsières (map)
Matterhorn ski paradise: Zermatt (map)
Les Portes du Soleil: Morgins, Champéry, Les Crosets (map)
Verbier — Les quatre vallées: Verbier, Nendaz, Veysonnaz
Skiregion Aletsch: Belalp, Bettmeralp, Fiesch, Riederalp (map)
Crans Montana: Crans, Barzettes, Aminona (map)
Sierre-Anniviers: Grimentz, Zinal, Vercorin, Chandolin (map)
Saas Fee: Saas Fee, Saas Balen, Saas Grund (map)
Leysin: Les Mosses, La Lecherette (map)
Les Diablerets (map)
Leukerbad (map)
Lötschental: Wiler (Lötschen) (map)
Anzère: Anzère (map)
Villars-Gryon: Villars-sur-Ollon, Gryon (map)

Bernese Oberland

Gstaad Mountain Rides: Gstaad (map)
Jungfrauregion: Mürren, Wengen, Grindelwald (map)
Adelboden-Lenk: Adelboden, Lenk im Simmental, Frutigen (map)
Alpenregion Meiringen-Hasliberg: Meiringen, Hasliberg (map)

Central Switzerland

Brunni-Alpthal: Brunni, Alpthal (map)
Engelberg Titlis: Engelberg (map)
Gotthard Oberalp Arena: Andermatt, Hospental (map)
Airolo-Pesciüm: Airolo-Pesciüm (map)
Sörenberg: Sörenberg, Flühli (map)
Hoch-Ybrig: Oberiberg, Unteriberg (map)

Region: Graubünden

Davos-Klosters: Davos, Klosters (map)
Lenzerheide-Valbella: Lenzerheide, Valbella, Parpan, Churwalden, Lenz (Vaz/Obervaz) (map)
Engadin-St. Moritz: St. Moritz, Silvaplana, Sils Maria, Pontresina, Celerina, Zuoz (map)
LAAX: Flims, Laax, Falera (map)
Silvretta Arena: Samnaun, Ischgl (A) (map)
Gotthard Oberalp Arena: Disentis, Sedrun, Dieni (map)
Savognin: Savognin (map)
Engadin-Scuol: Scuol (map)
Arosa (map)
Breil/Brigels, Waltensburg/Vuorz, Andiast (map)
Splügen (map)
Vals3000: Vals (map)

Eastern Switzerland

Flumserberg: Flumserberg, Unterterzen (map)
Toggenburg: — Wildhaus, Unterwasser, Alt St. Johann (map)
Pizol: Bad Ragaz, Vilters-Wangs (map)
Braunwald: Braunwald (map)

Switzerland has a rich cultural heritage showcased in its historical towns, museums, art galleries, and architectural landmarks. Cultural tourism enthusiasts can explore the old towns of cities like Zurich, Geneva, and Bern, and visit museums and heritage sites.

Switzerland’s efficient and scenic train network provides an excellent opportunity for tourists to embark on picturesque rail journeys. The Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and GoldenPass Line are some popular routes that offer breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps and scenic landscapes.

#1 Visit Bern

Bern is renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture, charming old town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and rich cultural heritage.

#2 Visit Zurich

Known for its picturesque setting, vibrant cultural scene, and high quality of life, Zurich offers a range of attractions and activities for tourists.

#3 Paleo Festival

In 45 years, the Paléo Festival in Nyon has become the biggest festival in Switzerland, without losing its warmth, or sense of fun.

• Public Transport.

Guide to traveling to and getting around in Switzerland.

Swiss Pass – The “Swiss Pass” is now called the “Swiss Travel Pass.”

⇒ Also сheck оut мore info: Arrival and entry / Tickets public transport / Swiss public transportation (myswitzerland.com)

BUS: Swiss PostAuto bus network / + Eurolines • Flixbus

TRAIN: SBB-CFF-FFS. + TGV Lyria • InterCity Express (*Rail travel in Switzerland)

AIRPORT: Major international airports: Genève Aéroport • Zurich Airport • EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg.

FERRY: Association of Swiss Navigation Companies

More about transport

The magic of beautiful places | Switzerland Tourism.

Discover hidden gems? Visit 50 selected villages that represent the cultural and architectural diversity of our country and are included in the Federal Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites (ISOS). These exceptional villages can be found in all cantons and parts of the country and wonderfully explored along the Grand Tour of Switzerland.

⇒ video source: MySwitzerland / youtube.com /

Book accommodation in advance!

• Useful websites.

Links to additional resources with useful information for planning your trip.

VISAS & IMMIGRATION.

You can visit this website to find comprehensive and up-to-date information on visa requirements, application procedures, forms, fees.

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Switzerland Mobility.

Switzerland Mobility is provides information on cycling, mountain biking, rollerblading, and other outdoor activities in Switzerland.

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Swiss Museums.

The Swiss Museums Association website provides a directory of museums in Switzerland, allowing you to explore collections and exhibitions.

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More Helpful Resources

Welcome to the Swiss Alps! | MySwissAlps.com

Map of Switzerland with points of interest | map.search.ch

Swiss Alpine Club | www.sac-cas.ch

The MySwitzerland app is available for both iOS and Android devices. It offers a wealth of information about Switzerland, including destination guides, maps, event listings, and personalized trip planning features.

Switzerland Mobility is another website that focuses on outdoor activities and recreational routes. It provides information on cycling, mountain biking, rollerblading, and other outdoor activities in Switzerland.

The Swiss Parks website offers insights into Switzerland’s national parks and nature reserves. It provides information on the parks’ landscapes, wildlife, hiking trails, and conservation efforts.

Swiss Food and Culinary Traditions (patrimoineculinaire.ch): To explore the culinary traditions of Switzerland, the Swiss Culinary Heritage Foundation website provides information on traditional Swiss dishes, regional specialties, and food-related events.