The Swiss way to travel better
Hike, bike, and explore with a lighter footprint.
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General information
The iconic natural beauty of Switzerland’s mountains and mirror-clear lakes is legendary. Hike and gaze upon the Matterhorn and the Swiss Alps. Feel the inspiration of Europe’s highest and largest waterfalls. Ride cable cars or cog railways to Switzerland’s peaks. Choose from skis or snowshoes to play in the winter wonderland. Share the day’s pleasures over fondue made of cheese from iconic Swiss cows. Although not a sizeable country by area, Switzerland is huge in terms of diversity. Cultural influences in regards to landscapes, languages, customs, and cuisines abound in the Italian, French, German and Roman parts of Switzerland. From rustic countryside to cosmopolitan cities, sample Europe’s cultural variety in Switzerland without an extended trip across the continent. Discover more about how you can travel sustainably in Switzerland.
Experiences from this destination
Wild Switzerland awaits
Journey to see ibex, marmots, and eagles.
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Historical travel itineraries in Europe
Explore Europe’s legendary past.
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Creative Europe: heritage routes
Where stories and landscapes meet…
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Explore Switzerland the green way
See cities by foot, bike, and waterways.
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Switzerland’s crafts, up close
A hands-on journey through Swiss traditions.
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Choose your interests
Things to do
The TCS Camping Grand Tour of Switzerland
Discover stunning Swiss landscapes!
Hungry for More
Hungry for a fulfilling cultural experience? Europe offers no shortage of delicious choices when it comes to food-centric festivals and gastronomy trails. From a bizarre city-sponsored tomato-throwing event in Buñol, Spain, to a celebration of oysters in Galway, Ireland, there is a food festival that is sure to please any palate.
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Switzerland’s ultimate cycling tour
Explore alpine vineyards on two wheels.
View from the Top
Get your camera ready. Once you’ve laid eyes on Europe’s most charming mountain villages, you may not want to put it down. You also may not ever want to leave. These are the places that fairy tales are made of, only they happen to be real. From medieval villages in Spain to traditional timber chalets in Switzerland, to the towering mountain-side fortresses of San Marino, these small but fully functioning towns are waiting to warmly welcome visitors who appreciate their quaint style of living.