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Switzerland
The Alps, blue lakes and scenic rail.
Switzerland is Alpine country: the Jungfraujoch, the Matterhorn above Zermatt, Lake Lucerne, and the Glacier Express and Bernina Express scenic railways.
Best time to visit
Jun – Sep, Dec – Mar
Time zone
GMT +1 / +2 in summer
Currency
CHF (Fr.)
Visa
Schengen visa
Flight time
12 – 14 hrs
via a connection from Vietnam
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Five to seven days suits Switzerland, usually Zurich – Lucerne – Interlaken – Zermatt – Geneva. A Swiss Travel Pass is the most efficient way to move.
Switzerland at a glance
Population
8.8
million people
Area
41,285
km²
Capital
Bern
Currency
CHF (Fr.)
Swiss Franc
Language
German, French, Italian
and Romansh
Climate
Temperate
alpine at altitude
Visa
Schengen type C
apply 3–6 weeks ahead
Driving side
Right
Power socket
Type C, J
230V – 50Hz
Switzerland destination location
6 mapped locations
Jungfraujoch
Europe’s highest railway station at 3,454 m, the "Top of Europe".
Zermatt & the Matterhorn
The car-free town beneath the iconic peak.
Lucerne
The Chapel Bridge, the lake and Mount Pilatus.
Interlaken
Between Lakes Thun and Brienz, the gateway to the Jungfrau region.
Geneva
Lake Geneva, the Jet d’Eau and the United Nations offices.
St. Moritz & the Bernina
The alpine resort and the UNESCO-listed Bernina railway.
Best time to visit Switzerland
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Excellent
Very good
Good
Average
Not ideal
Weather overview
Average temperature
−2°C – 25°C
Far colder at altitude
Rainfall
1,100 mm
Annual average
Humidity
65% – 80%
Average
Sea temperature
No coastline
Landlocked country
Travel styles in Switzerland
Signature experiences
Nature
Up to the Jungfraujoch
Adventure
The Glacier Express
City breaks
Lucerne old town
Photography
The Matterhorn at dawn
Food
Swiss cheese & chocolate
Resorts
Staying in Interlaken
Heritage
The UNESCO Bernina line
Shopping
Swiss watches
Sample itineraries
View allFrequently asked questions
Is the Swiss Travel Pass worth it?
Yes for three or more travel days. It covers national trains, buses and boats, free entry to over 500 museums, and 25–50% off mountain cable cars.
Summer or winter in Switzerland?
Summer (June–September) for hiking, blue lakes and all cable cars open. Winter (December–March) for skiing and snow, though some high routes close.
Is Switzerland expensive?
It is one of Europe’s most expensive countries. The Travel Pass, lunches from bakeries or supermarkets, and staying in towns rather than city centres all help.
How long does the Jungfraujoch take?
About two hours each way by train from Interlaken. Take the earliest departure to beat the cloud, and book ahead — capacity is limited.
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What travellers say about Switzerland
4.9/5
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Quick facts (citation box)
- Destination
- Switzerland
- Region
- Central Europe
- Capital
- Bern
- Currency
- CHF (Fr.) — Swiss Franc
- Language
- German, French, Italian and Romansh
- Best time to visit
- June – September for summer alpine; December – March for skiing
- Visa
- Schengen type C visa for Vietnamese nationals
- Core services
- Europe tours, Transport, Hotels, Guides, Visa
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