Travel to Switzerland

Is it possible to see the best of this beautiful country in the heart of Europe, in 4 days? If you're adventurous and have a reasonable level of fitness, it can be done. Read on to discover how.

Your time in Europe is limited and there's so much to see. However to miss this tiny country would be a great pity. The people are courteous and friendly, the lakes breathtaking and the mountain scenery the most spectacular in Europe.

The booking clerk at the Zurich Bahnhoff looked at me with surprise when I presented him with my 4 day Swiss Pass and told him of my travel plans.
"I hope you are fit ", he said. Fortunately Switzerland is compact and its travel system is smooth, punctual and efficient.
Zurich is an ideal starting point because of its transport access to the rest of Europe. Most international airlines fly to Zurich and travelers from London can go by Eurostar to Paris and then by express from Paris to Zurich. Lausanne, just east of the border with France, is a convenient finishing point with its TGV high speed rail connection with Paris. I chose a Swiss pass (which must be purchased before you leave) because it offers cheap unlimited travel on all trains, buses and ferries and discounts on most mountain railways and cable cars.

DAY ONE. ZURICH TO SPIETZ.
An early morning departure (7.30AM) from the Zurich Bahnhoff was followed by a short ride south through undulating countryside to Lucerne and the first change of trains. Because of the regularity of trains, it is worthwhile taking a 2 hour stop at this beautiful little city on Lake Lucerne. If you have time, four optional excursions spaced over 2 days are worthwhile.

A steamer trip to the eastern end of Lake Lucerne alighting at Fluelen is recommended. The mountain scenery on the south side of the lake is breathtaking. A quick train journey back to Lucerne completes this half-day excursion.
Two mountain trips are within easy reach of Lucerne. The closest is Mt Pilatus, and my suggestion is to take the cog railway up the south face and return on the cable car as you descend the north face. The views north to Lucerne are some of the finest in Europe. Further afield is Mt Titlis. This requires a bus journey to Engelburg, then a series of cable car rides to the summit with its permanent snow cover. Spectacular views of the main mountain peaks in Switzerland await you. The fourth major attraction in Lucerne is the transport museum: reputed to be the finest in Europe.

The next part of the journey is over the top of the Brunig pass. A cog railway is necessary because of the steep gradients ascending and descending these mountain passes. It is worth taking an hour's stop at the pretty village of Brienz on the north shore of Lake Brienz, before continuing on to Interlaken and the next change of trains.
Interlaken is an ideal base to explore the magnificent mountain scenery of the Bernese Oberland including Jungfrau, one of the highest peaks in Switzerland. A rapid train journey to Thun is followed by a walk down to the harbour to join the ferry for a 1-hour voyage to Spietz, the overnight stop. I would strongly recommend this late afternoon ferry journey on one of the prettiest lakes in Europe.

DAY TWO. BRIENZ to LOCARNO.
This spectacular journey includes 2 of Europe's major tunnels: Lotschberg and Simplon and travels south through high alpine scenery to Ticino, the southernmost and warmest canton in Switzerland. The descent to Brig with views of the Rhone Valley on the right is particularly spectacular. At Brig, following another train change, we travel through the Simplon tunnel into Italy.

Leaving the train at Domodossola, the journey continues on a quaint little privately owned railway to the overnight stop at Locarno. This journey on the Centovalli railway is strongly recommended because of the spectacular gorges and ravines en route. Sit on the right side of the train for the best views.
Locarno has a beautiful location at the top end of Lake Maggiore and a visit to the Madonna Del Sasso church, a short funicular journey from the heart of town, will reward you with magnificent views over the lake.

DAY THREE. LOCARNO to St MORITZ.
An early morning train journey to Lugano will be necessary for a connection to the Palm Express: a bus trip over the Majola pass to St Moritz. These Swiss postal buses negotiate terrain which is too steep for trains and the winding journey to the top of the pass is breathtaking. To my surprise, particularly as I was told that bookings were essential, I was the only passenger. The joys of off season traveling resulted in the driver stopping at my whims. He even asked where I wanted to stop for coffee!

St Moritz is the starting point for two of the most outstanding train journeys in Europe: the Bernina Express and the Glacier Express. Most overseas travelers board the Bernina Express and travel to Tirano in Italy but as my time was short and acting on advice from the station master at St Moritz, I left the train at Alp Grum (the top of the Bernina Pass), enjoyed a coffee and the spectacular Alpine views at the summit, before boarding another train an hour later for the return trip to St Moritz.
The Bernina Express journey is on the highest non cog railway in Europe and the high alpine glaciers and snow-capped peaks viewed on both sides of the train completed a memorable day.

DAY FOUR. St MORITZ to LAUSANNE.
The final day of my Swiss pass took me on a 7 hour journey through some of the most breathtaking scenery in Europe. The Glacier Express journey from St Moritz to Zermatt is one of the most popular in Europe and is almost always fully booked. For the first time, I did not have to change trains, enabling me to sit back and enjoy the high alpine scenery of rural Switzerland with its meadows, tiny villages, the sound of cowbells, the distant sound of church bells and the brilliant clear bracing mountain air. Every bend and every tunnel exit presented different vistas, but probably the most spectacular was the descent from Oberalp Pass to Andermatt. The views were unforgettable. The Glacier Express arrived in Zermatt in the late afternoon and unfortunately the Matterhorn was covered in cloud. I reluctantly had to cancel a cog railway ascent to Gornergrat, a high plateau just below the summit of this spectacular mountain. It was here that I wished I had more time. The mountain walks around Zermatt are some of the finest in Europe. Another day perhaps!

So it was down the mountain to Visp to join a mainline express through the Rhone Valley for an overnight stop at Lausanne. Sadly most of this journey was at night. It did however give me peace of mind knowing that I would not miss my early morning TGV connection from Lausanne to Paris. Maybe next time, I'll take the 8-day pass!

A Swiss Pass for 4 consecutive days first class costs US$278. Longer travel days are available. If you wish to combine travel in Switzerland with a number of other countries, a Eurail Pass gives you a number of flexible options.

Switzerland is one of the most attractive countries in the world for moving and settling. People around the world want to move to Swiss. One can also enjoy its top banking facilities as well as excellent health care system and infrastructure. People from all around the world make Switzerland the residence of choice. They enjoy lump-sum taxation, low inheritance taxes, personal security, the high degree of privacy and personal security. Moreover, people tend to make Switzerland their preferred location of residence due to its political stability and economical coherence.

For a wealthy person there are many options to choose from. While all the locations are either famous for one thing or the other, but the fact remains: Switzerland is the perfect place to be. It's what a wealthy person could possibly ask for; wonderful locations, favorable tax laws and accommodating and welcoming culture. Swiss culture is highly pleasing and well-equipped with a sense of discretion and mutual respectability that individuals seek while moving to Switzerland. Besides, the Swiss tax and immigration law allows people to keep a large share of their own money while experiencing joys of relocating to Switzerland. Switzerland is a land where people have what they most basically wish for; beautiful countryside, sophisticated cities, many number of sport and recreation activities, political and economic stability, a pleasant and conservative culture, a very low crime rate, excellent public services and a centuries-long tradition of hospitality.

There are many firms in the private sector that are eager to provide their services for relocating. One can get all sorts of help from relocation agency Geneva to any part of Swiss. Other services are as wide as car rental Geneva, real estate Geneva and movers Geneva. Their assistance can be a testimony of your fine relocation.

It's prudent to gather few important tips before relocating to any part of Swiss like moving to Lausanne, Vaud or Geneva. Adjusting to the new location can be a daunting task after your moving Swiss. For crossing the language barrier, learning the particular language can be beneficiary. A little bit of socializing can also be really helpful. It is not very uncommon that the relocation has its own stress involved and is capable of disturbing your poise. Simply getting out and visiting places while meeting new people is enough to get back on track. Then you can really benefit from your moving to Swiss.

Rehabilitating with the newly found home or the relocation Switzerland cannot be easy; not without your efforts to break the ice of a new culture and people. It's advisable to prepare well before the move. On the other hand, socializing and networking is simple and is worth trying and equally rewarding.

Geneva - Monteux - Lausanne Arrive in Geneva by air or train. Enjoy sightseeing in Geneva city as you take a tour of Lake Geneva, see the Old Town and go shopping in its exclusive boutiques. Visit the famous building in Geneva such as the United Nations head office and the Red Cross/Red Crescent Museum. Travel to Lausanne to see the Olympic museum, or the Nestle Food museum at Montreux.

Visit the renowned Chillon castle made famous by the poet Lord Byron. Stay overnight in Geneva, Lausanne or Montreux. Crans Montana - Leukerbad - Saas Fee - Zermatt Tour the Swiss Alps, make snowmen, take pleasure in a increase fight, ride a cable car to the snow clad Alpine slopes, go skiing or spoil yourself at a spa. Stay overnight at your chosen destination. Interlaken Travel by train from Zermatt to Interlaken. Enjoy a day's sightseeing around Interlaken. Tour the Hoheweg - an avenue with cafes, hotels and stores selling designer jewellery and watches. Take a tour of Lake Brienz or Lake Thun. Stay overnight in Interlaken.

Beautiful Beaches in Switzerland

Lake Geneva

Among the beaches, Lake Geneva is the largest lake in Westerner Europe filled with natural freshwater. The beach was formed by a glacier and has Grand Lac and Petit Lac to its east and west in that order. In the Lake Geneva region, there are a number of beaches.

1.    People have free access to the beach at Lakeshore d'Avenches and Plage d'Avenches.

2.    These have sandy beaches and one can enjoy many water sports.

3.    A lakeside swimming area is available in Nyon Plage. Entrance is free.

4.    Campsite VD 8 Pointe D'Yvonand has little sandy bays with a campsite.

Nouvelle Lake

The Fribourg region is host to Nouvelle lakeshore. It has a beach with a bar, a water ski lift and a campsite. The flat sandy beach stretch over than a kilometer at Plage Salavaux. The Fribourg region is host to Nouvelle lakeshore. It has a beach with a bar, a water ski lift and a campsite. The flat sandy beach stretches over than a kilometer at Plage Salavaux.

Mythenquai Beach

Zurich has the Strandbad Zug and Strandbad Wollishofen, both of which are lakeside swimming areas. The Mythenquai beach has a five meter high diving tower.

Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore is the second largest beach in Switzerland after Lake Geneva. The lake is about 53 kms long and covers about 213 square kms. The lake attracts a large number of surfers and swimmers due to the good-looking mild climate it enjoys all through the summer and winter.

Mythenquai Beach

Zurich has the Strand bad Zug and Strand bad Wollishofen, both of which are lakeside swimming areas. The Mythenquai beach has a five meter high diving tower.

Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore is the second largest beach in Switzerland after Lake Geneva. he lake is about 53 kms long and covers about 213 square kms. The lake attracts a large number of surfers and swimmers due to the beautiful mild type of weather it enjoys throughout the summer and winter.

Yummy-milky chocolaty droplets on tongue and delicious morsels melting in mouth are amazingly remembering nothing but the tiny European place-Switzerland. Prosperous with chocolates, gorgeous holiday spots and lavish hotels Switzerland is the ultimate name of retreat. If you are longing to spend your holiday with an utmost pleasure and adventure, Switzerland satisfies all your desires. This extremely celebrated spot of honeymooners is blessed with some splendid scenic beauties of the world. The country offers an endless variety of attractive places to travel. The countryside of the place is like a magnet that attracts billions of travelers for a cool drive.

Switzerland is the magnificent souvenir of nature, rich with some stylish cities and busy with highly urban lifestyle. Lucerne, Interlaken, Lausanne, Lugano, St. Moritz, Basel and Geneva are some places able to give its visitors the feeling a paradise while staying on earth. It’s an ideal spot of adventure gifted with skiing, hiking, mountain trekking and lots more activities. The cultural and lingual multiplicity of the landlocked mountainous country is the essence of Switzerland responsible for its exclusive identity. It’s the best known financial institution of the world is successfully tempting newly wed couples to experience its fine cheeses and chocolates, watch making industry, beautiful landscapes and the brilliant public network.

Glacier Express in Winter, practice excursions in the Peaks, the Special Tours of Switzerland undergone by Switzerland Rail Adventure, staying at some of the best hotels in Switzerland are the wholesome brief of major Switzerland tours. To explore this majestic experience needs a wonderful stay in a desired location. All the hotels are centrally located provides the mostly required facilities to offer the tourist a superb meaning of accommodation. You are also offered to unfold the historic old cities, beautiful Lake of Geneva, traditions and accounts of Switzerland. A pinnacle of the Alps - the world illustrious Matterhorn - reaching high into the crisp-the Alpine sky is also included within your trip.

The name of Swiss Alps Resort quite obviously comes in your uncovering of Switzerland. It offers an amazing range of holidays and some of the most celebrated scenery of the world. From mountains and lakes, from sunshine and snowcaps, a peaceful traffic-free village, an Inghams summer holiday, the busy social holidays in cosmopolitan towns, and walking holidays are all obtainable during your Switzerland travel. 

The organized, just-so precision of Swiss towns is raged by the lofty grandeur of the landscapes. Switzerland may be neutral but definitely not tasteless at all. Now a days the intermingling of German, French and Italian elements has created a vigorous national culture, and the country's alpine landscapes have enough zing to refresh the most cynical traveler.

A trip to Switzerland is no more an expensive and pricey one. Several tour operator feature unique opportunities pertaining to Switzerland tourism, that you are not likely to find anywhere else. International flights are there in every now and then in your hospitality and service. The representatives of hotels in Switzerland are available at the airport to guide you with great meekness and generosity.

Switzerland is perfectly described as Paradise on Earth. Well if you won't believe, visit this country in Europe and you will be spell bound with its mesmerizing beauty that seems as if the Paradise has landed here. The cool breeze blowing from the Snowy Alps, scintillating surrounding, picturesque villages, serene and pristine lakes, musical rivers, magnificent sightseeing spots, gorgeous valley, adventurous landscape and the trekking trails make Switzerland the most fascinating country ideal for all types of vacations. Thousands and hundreds of tourists, nature lovers, holiday seekers and honeymooners come from the entire globe come to Switzerland lovingly called Paradise on Earth.

Switzerland is gifted with extra-ordinary fascinating holiday destinations and each place in this country is unique having its own true beauty and charm. Most of the tourists who come for Switzerland tour love to visit some of the below mentioned scintillating destination that are gifted with extra-ordinary beauty and charm.

Some of the most visited tourism destinations in Switzerland are listed below:

Zermatt

It is one of the few places in Switzerland that display the breathtakingly beautiful view of the snow capped Alps and the serenity of the nature at its best. It is the hot spot of the nature lover as well as adventure enthusiasts and so this beautiful Zermatt is visited by good number of adventure enthusiasts from across the nook and corner of the world. Come and visit to this beautiful Zermatt and enjoy vacation experiencing the thrilling activities in a delightful and memorable way. Matterhorn, Gorner Georges, Findeln Glacier, Bahnhofstrasse Street, Mountain Railroads, Market Square Zermatt are some of the worth to visit attraction in Zermatt during Switzerland tour.

The Chillon Castle

Located on the shore of Lake Geneva, the Chillon Castle is one of the most famous castles in Switzerland. Consisting of 100 buildings, it dates back to the 11th century and is the former residence of the Savoy nobility. It also has three courtyards and four great halls which offer magnificent views of the lake beyond.

Zurich

Zurich is arguably one of the best cities in the world which is deemed to give the best life to its citizens. It is one of the few places where you are sure to get awe-struck with its mesmerizing and fascinating attractions that is casting magical spell on all the tourists who have visited Zurich. Once it was the known as the Financial Standing but today is also known for its exciting tourism attractions which magnets huge number of tourists from across the globe.

Lausanne

Lausanne is one of the most fascinating cities in Switzerland that is visited by great number of tourists all the year round. It is one city whose enigmatic charm and splendor is hard to describe with words as it seems the nature has poured all the expression here in Lausanne. Well organised parks, scenic lakes, snow capped mountains, cool amiable climatic conditions and the scintillating surrounding fascinates tourists from the entire globe to Lausanne. Apart from the scintillating natural beauty tourists can also enjoy visit to Cathedrale de Lausanne, Orange Cinema, Lausanne, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Musee de Design ET d'Arts Appliques Contemporains, etc. These are some of the famous attractions that are worth to visit and explore on Lausanne tour on visit to Switzerland.

Swiss boat cruises on the icy cold lakes which is surrounded on all sides by the beautiful snow capped mountains is a memory that is cherished by all the tourists. It gives them the feeling of having been transported into some dream world! Chur can be rightly called as one of the oldest cities in Switzerland. This enchanting city is dotted with mountains and valleys and it also has the Rhine River to its credit. This city has many world famous ski resorts and the Romantik Hotel Stern gives a memorable and visual treat to its guests by organizing rides in old coaches and wonderful sleighs. No visit of Switzerland is complete without travelling to the cities like Neuchatel, Grindelwald, Lucerne, Zermatt, Interlaken, etc.