Switzerland Travel Guide

Landlocked Switzerland is most famous for the Swiss Alps in winter. In addition, the iconic ascending snow-capped mountain as a backdrop over a peaceful lake can be viewed in many places. It is a must for any traveler to take in the panoramic view of the Swiss countryside dotted with mountains, lakes and most interestingly, quaint houses.

Switzerland’s Attractions

Swiss Alps

The main attractions in Switzerland are the various mountain ranges, ski resorts and large lakes in the countryside. The Jungfrau-Aletsch-Bietschhorn area of the eastern Bernese Alps was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. Tourists flock to the Jungfrau in winter where at the base; there is a funicular tram that takes visitors to a scenic viewing spot on the mountain.

The city of Interlaken is located nearby. A known tourist hotspot, this city, as its name suggests, is bounded by 2 lakes: Brienz and Thun. It’ll be a good experience for you to rent a car and drive around the lakes to visit the small settlements and towns. At the same time, there will be many opportunities to find scenic spots for a great photo. The best time to visit would definitely be in December, when the mountain tops are snow-capped. Furthermore, the temperature rarely goes below 0 degrees Celsius, making for a comfortable scenic vacation.

An alternative would be to visit the city of Lucerne, famous for the 1st wooden bridge built in the 14th century, the Chapel Bridge. This bridge, together with an octagonal water tower is the landmark of the city. For those seeking respite from the breathtaking sceneries, why not visit the Swiss Transport Museum in Lucerne featuring all types of transport both old and modern. This is certainly an unconventional museum.

Jungfrau-Aletsch-Bietschhorn

After enjoying the scenic countryside, city lovers could choose to visit Zurich, the largest city in the country. The city is offers great variety when it comes to the night scene. The world-famous Street Parade is held in August annually. The Niederdorf district in the Zurich old town plays host to an array of bars, lounges, clubs and restaurants where the young could enjoy a night out. Therefore, Switzerland is not only a mountainous and dull country. When it comes to city and night life, the city of Zurich is as good as any other in the world.

Switzerland, as most are familiar, is well-known for her chocolates, cheese, immaculately crafted watches and Swiss army all-purpose knives. Hence, it would be a sin not to take home with you something distinctly Swiss.