The most enchanting cities in Switzerland that you can visit in one trip | EF Go Ahead Tours (2024)

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Jungfraujoch

The Jungfraujoch is an Alpine wonderland that fully deserves its nickname of the Top of Europe. Technically a glacier saddle between two mountains, the Jungfraujoch is one the best – and highest – attractions in Switzerland.

Jungfraujoch

The Jungfraujoch is an Alpine wonderland that fully deserves its nickname of the Top of Europe. Technically a glacier saddle between two mountains, the Jungfraujoch is one the best – and highest – attractions in Switzerland.

Zermatt is more touristy than Lucerne and is popular for its skiing, hiking, winter sports, and stunning views of Matterhorn. Also, Zermatt is famous for The Matterhorn. Lucerne is well known for it's wooden bridge, its waterfront setting, and the many nearby alpine day trips.

Train – Train is the best way to travel in Switzerland and is the most preferred method for locals. It's economical and efficient. Bern to Geneva (a two-hour ride) costs 50-95 CHF. The two-hour trip from Zurich to Interlaken is 54-96 CHF, while a one-hour trip from Zurich to Bern is 40-75 CHF.

Säntis is among the most prominent summits in the Alps and the most prominent summit in Europe with an observation deck on the top. The panorama from the summit is spectacular. Six countries can be seen if the weather allows: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France, and Italy.

The best time to visit Switzerland is between April and October, though winter sports enthusiasts may prefer December to March. The country has four distinct seasons, each with its own attractions. The spring months of March to May bring Alpine blooms, flowering trees and cows heading out to pasture.

A five to seven-day trip will let you see a broader mix of city and countryside attractions. And with 10 or 14 days, you will be able to get properly off the beaten track if you choose. Read on for itinerary options that will show you the very best of this small country.

Lucerne is roughly 55 km (roughly 35 miles) from Zurich. It's about a 45 minute train ride (beautiful ride).

Why is Interlaken so famous? ›

It is an important and well-known tourist destination in the Bernese Oberland region of the Swiss Alps, and the main transport gateway to the mountains and lakes of that region.

Zermatt is most famous for the Matterhorn and, in particular, its historic first summit by Edward Whymper on the 14th of July 1865. The race to become the first to climb the pyramidal peak gave the small farming town global recognition and slowly it developed into the town we know today.

Matterhorn, one of the best-known mountains (14,692 feet [4,478 metres]) in the Alps, straddling the frontier between Switzerland and Italy, 6 miles (10 km) southwest of the village of Zermatt, Switzerland.

The best way to get around: Fast, reliable, clean, and efficient, the Swiss Travel System comprises trains, buses, and even boats, all with a single ticket. Some train routes, like the Glacier Express, provide such gorgeous views of the Alps that they're among the best things to do in Switzerland.

In the country, taking trains is the norm. Consult the concierge at your hotel for advice on how to get from the airport to the hotel, navigate the city, etc. With the Swiss Rail Pass, travelling throughout Switzerland is made simple. Most buses and trains are included with this ticket.

Regarded as the cultural, financial, and historic center of the country, Zurich ranks top among Switzerland's places to visit. One may even say that your Swiss vacation isn't complete without exploring the city, with its large selection of outstanding museums and art galleries.

Bernese Alps

The Bernese Alps, or Bernese Oberland, are a region of the wider Swiss Alps. One of the stand-out places you'll want to see here is the Jungfrau region. It spans two valleys that connect the town of Interlaken with the mountain villages of Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald.

Lauterbrunnen is positioned along a crystal river in the center of a U-shaped valley with the mighty Alps raising dramatically on all sides.

And when it comes to travelling beyond Swiss borders, the most popular destinations are its immediate neighbours. France is in first place with 7.3% of the transaction volume, followed by Germany (7.1%). Italy, the UK, Spain and the US, the first non-European destination, followed in seventh place.