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Vacation in Switzerland : Highlights & Travel Tips
Switzerland is special for travelers because it packs dramatic Alpine scenery, immaculate cities, and seamless transport into a compact, easy-to-explore destination. Snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes, storybook villages, and multilingual cultural influences give each region a distinct feel, whether you are wandering through Zurich’s old town, admiring lakeside Geneva, or taking in mountain views around Interlaken, Zermatt, and Lucerne. The country is especially rewarding for visitors who love both outdoor adventure and polished urban experiences, with world-class hiking, skiing, scenic rail journeys, and excellent museums, food, and hospitality.
Key highlights include riding panoramic trains such as the Glacier Express or Bernina Express, visiting the Matterhorn near Zermatt, exploring Jungfrau Region mountain towns, and cruising on lakes framed by peaks. In summer, travelers can hike alpine meadows, swim in clear lakes, and enjoy festivals; in winter, ski resorts like St. Moritz, Verbier, and Davos draw snow lovers from around the world. Practical tips: Switzerland is expensive, so budget carefully and consider rail passes for good value; book mountain excursions and popular scenic trains in advance during peak season; and pack layers year-round, as weather can shift quickly, especially in the Alps.
Best time to travel Switzerland
The best time to visit Switzerland is June through August, with July standing out as the most popular month thanks to warm weather, long daylight hours, and prime conditions for hiking, lake activities, and scenic rail trips. October is also a strong option for fewer crowds and beautiful autumn scenery, while still offering relatively high travel interest.
All travel reports from Switzerland
On Control with CERTUM
On Monday, January 6, I started my internship at CERTUM. In the coming days, I will go on periodic inspections with a safety consultant. Every electrical installation must be...
Heimreise
Liebes Reisetagebuch Sonntag, 1. August 2021 Ich schlief diese Nacht gefühlt gar nicht. Ständig erwachte ich, träumte ich und fror dazu auch noch. Deshalb war ich auch bereits...
Planlos...XXVII „this is the first end of vanlife“
...was kostet die Welt?
Along Lake Biel from Erlach via Le Landeron to La Neuveville
Along Lake Biel into the old towns of Erlach, Le Landeron, and La Neuveville. My journey started with a boat trip to Erlach, from where it was straight up to the old town. The...
Beyond Neuchâtel
Neuchâtel is known for its lake and the cathedral. And what else? From the train station, it's a 10-minute climb up the stairs; bienvenue encore plus loin! You will find the...
Wet Matters
If it's going to be wet, then let it be proper and a few degrees warmer. Today we went to Bernaqua for a bit more children's program. On the way there, a little sip of 'holiday...
Aperol, Wine, Bike, Pochno & Lausanne
You now need a boat instead of e-bikes
Inspection of a commercial property
On Thursday, I had the opportunity to participate in the inspection of a commercial property in Thurgau. The commercial property consists of several building parts and multiple...
Lake Lucerne & with the funicular to Stanserhorn
05.09.22 Are there experiences that one has, but cannot describe because they are so great that one searches in vain for suitable words? Probably, because today was a day not...
St. Ursanne
Today I took the train to St. Ursanne: the perfect mix of nature, small town charm & culture! Upon arriving at the train station, I am first drawn to the water - the path...
Tuscany Tour 2026
Tuscany Tour Day 4 and 5 (Pictures Part 1) Drive to Tenero and visit to Locarno Actually, about 4 hours of driving time from Freiburg to Tenero was planned, where we want to s
Final Preparations
The day before my departure, it's high time to pack everything. Thanks to Brigitte for her strong support in this process.
NAE ski study trip
On February 9th, a Friday, we traveled to Sedrun in Switzerland to go skiing or snowboarding of course. The BBS Emden and Aurich were also there. The departure was actually...
Gruyere
An evening walk to Gruyère Castle. Funnily enough, there was no free cheese to try anywhere.
Bern to Climb
It was a bear experience in Bern and at the World Climbing Championships!
Zermatt & Gornergrat
03.09.22 We take one of the many trains to Visp (7 minutes ride) and travel very comfortably in second class. All trains are clean, have toilets (also clean) and are super...
Mountains of Memory
Fortunately, we can remember things. For example, where our friends live and what we have experienced together. But also where we left our shampoo.
Krattigen, Switzerland
We arrived in Krattigen, above Lake Thun, in dreary weather. The view compensates for the arduous journey on a Pentecost Saturday. We were lucky to be able to enjoy the lake,...
Control SASAG Distribution
On Thursday afternoon, we inspected a new Sasag distribution cabinet in Stein am Rhein. It's actually a small matter, as there is only a fuse and a socket installed in the...
Conclusion of our great journey
Today we completed the last leg of our journey from Nottwil through France, Spain, and the Algarve back to Portugal and home. From Geneva to Nottwil From Geneva to Nottwil, we...
Arosa & Glacier Express into Valais
Today we have a divided day. Until the afternoon, we want to take the train to Arosa and back and also walk around a bit in Chur, which we haven't seen yet. In the afternoon, a...
Mountain days in Fribourg with Roman & Tiziana
Hello everyone! Once again, we had a wonderful extended weekend with our friends Roman & Tiziana. This time, the destination was Moléson-sur-Gruyères in the canton of...
Two days of hiking in Engelberg with mom - in sunshine and thunderstorm
Hello dear ones! This time I went on a trip with mom and gave Kevin a few days for himself and the boys :). For a change, we didn't go to Ticino, but to Central Switzerland. Our...
Ein Wochenende zu viert im Tessin mit Motorrad, Zelt und einer Suite
Hey hey zusammen! Wir hatten erneut ein herrliches Wochenende im wunderschönen Tessin! Dieses Mal machten wir mit unseren Freunden Roman und Tiziana eine Motorrad-Tour in...
July 2019 - Active Seniors in Davos
Hello active seniors, I have a really great tip for you: A hiking week for fit pensioners with the staff of Hotel Sunstar Davos Platz. I'm not being ironic. We just went on this...
Planless...I "words become deeds"
Time to leave the pattern and change the algorithm
We introduce ourselves
Hello everyone :) We are Kevin (27) and Nadia (28) and we plan to travel together through Europe for a year. We met a little over two years ago at work and quickly bonded over...
Preparation is everything!
An influencer who just wants to say she's been there without really enjoying it!
Tuscany Tour 2026
San Bernardino Pass
Day 1 - Munich-Stuttgart-Lake Constance
Munich, May 1st, 8:20 AM, 10 degrees, sunny, light wind: the hairstyle is on point! 😅 Vally is ready for the big outing. First, we hit the highway towards Stuttgart to visit...