Switzerland
Top Tourist Attractions

You don’t have to look far to get a glimpse of the famous Matterhorn because it’s that famous pyramid-shaped peak on the box of Toblerone. But more than being an icon for chocolate lovers, the Matterhorn is the most famous mountain in Europe for its unique beauty that overlooks the Swiss town of Zermatt. Its summit standing alone at 4,478 meters above the horizon, the mountain has become the symbol of Switzerland and the most famous spot in the Alps and all of Europe.Aside from ... Read More

They say that you have never truly visited Switzerland unless you’ve seen the Jungfraujoch. Known as the top of Europe, the Jungfraujoch is a saddle that connects the peaks of Jungfrau and Monch with an elevation of 3,466 meters above sea level. Part of the Jungfrau-Aletsch area on the Aletsch glacier, the Jungfraujoch has been accessible since 1912 through the Jungfrau train line, which runs from Interlaken and Kleine Scheidegg with a tunnel in the Eiger and Monch. Elevated at 3... Read More

The ninth-largest city in Switzerland, Lugano is located on Lake Lugano in the canton of Ticino, which borders Italy. It has also has the largest-Italian speaking community outside of Italy and it’s most famous for its stunning scenery and for being the home of Nobel Prize winner Hermann Hesse. The lakeside city of Lugano is dubbed as the “Monte Carlo of Switzerland” for its laidback vibe and A-list visitors from around the world.The city’s top attraction would have ... Read More

Perhaps one of the most magical cities in Switzerland, Lucerne is perfectly situated on the shores of Lake Lucerne, the river Reuss and surrounded by the mountains of Rigi and Pilatus in the Swiss Alps. Lucerne has been a top tourist destination in the country for many years because of its close proximity to the Zurich airport where it’s reachable through a 45-minute train ride.Walking around Lucerne will instantly take you back in time with its traditional frescoed buildings and picturesq... Read More

Located between the lakes Brienz and Thun, Interlaken doesn’t disappoint when it comes to its beauty and top attractions. In fact, it has everything that you could ever hope for in a Swiss holiday—tantalizing views, incredible outdoor activities and of course, the most sumptuous chocolates. But Interlaken is best known for the many adventures that it offers for those who seek some adrenaline rush where activities can range from paragliding to skydiving. But if you’re not o... Read More

No visit to Switzerland will ever be complete without seeing the majestic Rhine Falls, the most powerful waterfall in all of Europe and a top attraction in Switzerland. Located on the High Rhine between the municipalities of Laufen-Uhwiesen/Dachsen and Neuhausen am Rheinfall, the Rhine Falls once recorded a flow of 1,250 cubic meters per second. In fact, the falls is so powerful that no fish can climb it expect for eels that worm their way up through the rocks.If admiring the Rhine from afa... Read More

One look and it’s easy to know why Zurich is a dream destination for many travelers. It is perfectly set where the river meets the lake and it has seen history unfold after more than 2,000 years of settlement. Zurich is Switzerland’s largest city and perhaps it’s the most beautiful. It is a metropolis bustling with roads, buildings and the largest and busiest airport and railway station in the country. Zurich is also a financial powerhouse but it still manages to keep that... Read More

Being the home of the United Nations and other international organizations, Geneva plays an important role in shaping the world that we live in. But more than being a humanitarian hub, Geneva is also as beautiful as its neighboring cities.It is the second-most populous city in Switzerland, after all, and it is located where the Rhone exits Lake Geneva, offering unparalleled views of the water and the mountains surrounding it.One of the biggest lakes in Western Europe, Lake Geneva is a favorite a... Read More

When you think about Switzerland, skiing is the first thing that usually comes to mind. And if you’re looking for the best place to enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the country, you only need to go to St. Moritz. Located in the beautiful Engadin valley, St. Moritz is one of Switzerland’s most popular ski resorts were the 2003 Skiing World Championships and the 1928 and 1948 Winter Olympics have been held.The high alpine resort towers at 1,800 meters above sea level where it overlooks... Read More

Perhaps one of the best ways to see Switzerland’s unparalleled beauty is through the windows of a train. The Albula/Bernina Railway Line brings together two iconic lines crossing the Swiss Alps where you get to see some of the country’s most stunning landscapes.The 67-kilometer long Albula line was opened in 1904 where it features 42 tunnels and 144 bridges and viaducts. The 61-kilometer Bernina pass, on the other hand, boasts of 13 tunnels and 52 bridges and viaducts. The UNESCO lis... Read More

Located on the Uri Alps between the cantons of Bern and Obwalden, Titlis is one of Central Switzerland’s top attractions for its stunning views and wide range of activities for travelers of all ages to enjoy. The journey to Titlis is already an adventure in itself where you get to ride the first rotating cable car in the world from Engelberg to the summit of Klein Titlis where you get stunning views of snow-capped mountains.If you want to get closer to the glaciers, take the “Ice Fly... Read More

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