Discover stunning Swiss landscapes
Switzerland offers a spectacular backdrop for camping and caravanning enthusiasts. The TCS Camping Grand Tour of Switzerland invites adventurers to experience the country’s breathtaking landscapes through a meticulously designed road trip. This eight-stage journey encompasses Switzerland’s most scenic routes, providing opportunities to visit both famous landmarks and hidden treasures. Whether taken by van, motorhome, or caravan, this tour ensures a comprehensive exploration of Switzerland’s natural beauty.
The full eight-stage route takes about 21 days. If you prefer shorter trips, each stage is perfect for a two to three-day excursion. Check out the full list of all TCS campsites, Switzerland’s largest campsite network.
The TCS Camping Grand Tour of Switzerland detailed itinerary
Stage 1: Neuchâtel–Bern
Begin in Neuchâtel, making stops at Murten, Fribourg, Gruyère before reaching Gstaad and Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland. Highlights include the Laténium Museum, Gruyère cheese factory, and Tropenhaus Frutigen, concluding in Bern, the Swiss capital.
TCS Camping Sites: Salavaux Plage, Interlaken.
Stage 2: Bern–Lucerne
Travel from Bern through its UNESCO World Heritage Old City and the Entlebuch Biosphere, with stops in Emmental and Sempach, ending in Lucerne. Discover Burgdorf Castle and the Kambly biscuit factory enroute.
TCS Camping Sites: Sempach, Luzern-Horw.
Stage 3: Lucerne–Zurich
Journey from Lucerne to Zurich, passing through Stans, Mythen, and Rapperswil. Options include riding the Cabrio cable car to Stanserhorn, visiting the Rigi, or exploring Einsiedeln Monastery.
TCS Camping Sites: Flaach am Rhein.
Stage 4: Zurich–Maienfeld
Explore northeastern Switzerland with stops at the Rhine Falls, UNESCO-listed St. Gallen Abbey, and Maienfeld, Heidi’s village. Visit Werdenberg, Europe’s smallest town, and make a detour to Vaduz, Liechtenstein’s capital.
Stage 5: Maienfeld–Locarno
Travel through Graubünden, experiencing the Vereina Tunnel, Guarda, Upper Engadine, St. Moritz, and the Julier Pass, concluding in Locarno on Lake Maggiore’s shores.
TCS Camping Sites: Samedan, Thusis Viamala.
Stage 6: Locarno–Zermatt
Have an alpine adventure crossing the Gotthard and Furka Passes, visiting the Rhone Glacier Ice Grotto and stopping in Zermatt, home of the Matterhorn.
TCS Camping Sites: Gordevio Valle Maggia.
Stage 7: Zermatt–Lac de Joux
Travel from the Valais Alps through Leuk, seeing the castles of Sion and the Lavaux vineyards, and ending at the tranquil Lac de Joux in the Jura.
TCS Camping Sites: Martigny, Morges.
Stage 8: Lac de Joux–Geneva
Conclude the tour going from Lac de Joux to Geneva, visiting the Vallorbe caves, Creux du Van, and concluding at Geneva with its iconic Jet d’Eau.
TCS Camping Sites: La Tène Lake Neuchâtel, Geneva-Vésenaz.
The TCS Camping Grand Tour of Switzerland is an exceptional way to experience the beauty of Switzerland. Whether for two days or 20, your tour promises an unforgettable outdoor adventure!
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Morges
Morges is a town and a region in the canton of Vaud, offering diverse landscapes, cultural riches and local delicacies.
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Interlaken
Interlaken is your starting point for unforgettable excursions to the Bernese Oberland and a world leader in adventure sports.
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Rapperswil, Lake Zurich
Rapperswil-Jona, town of roses located on the upper end of Lake Zurich, combines sights, cultural life, hiking and sports possibilities with a Mediterranean holiday atmosphere.
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Furka Pass
The Furka Pass links Andermatt in the Canton of Uri with Gletsch in the Canton of Valais.
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Salavaux
Nestled along the tranquil shores of Lake Murten, Salavaux is a hidden gem in the heart of Switzerland. This charming village offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and local charm, with its expansive vineyards, sun-kissed beaches, and inviting waters.
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