Switzerland

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Discover lakeside cities, medieval towns, mountain scenery, vineyards and memorable cultural experiences from our travels around Switzerland.

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Practical Switzerland travel tips

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When to visit

Late spring to early autumn is ideal for cities, lakes, vineyards and mountain walks. Winter is popular for skiing and snowy scenery. Conditions can change quickly in mountain areas.

Getting around

Switzerland has an excellent public transport network. Trains connect the main cities, towns and many mountain areas. Local buses, boats and cable cars make it easy to continue your journey.

Driving in Switzerland

Traffic drives on the right. A motorway vignette is normally required when using Swiss motorways. Some mountain roads are seasonal, so check road conditions before travelling.

Money and language

Switzerland uses the Swiss franc. Cards are widely accepted, but some cash can be useful. German, French, Italian and Romansh are spoken in different parts of the country.