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Lonely Planet Switzerland

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Switzerland. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences from climbing Mt Rigi's panorama hiking trail for epic views to puffing up snow-dusted peaks aboard the Brienz Rothorn Bahn, and... Read More
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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Switzerland. Hike through Sierre's vineyards, swim in the Rhine River, visit medieval castles in Bellinzona, with our classic travel guide that's packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps, and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Switzerland.

Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences from climbing Mt Rigi's panorama hiking trail for epic views to puffing up snow-dusted peaks aboard the Brienz Rothorn Bahn, and exploring the medieval Schloss Habsburg, the ancestral home to the Habsburg dynasty.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Switzerland travel guide:

  • Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips.
  • Updated with an all-new structure and design so you can navigate Switzerland and connect experiences together with ease.
  • Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions.
  • Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the First Cliff Walk at Grindelwald; Geneva’s magnificent Château de Chillon; and Zermatt’s Matterhorn.
  • Special features on hiking the Aletsch, Geneva walking tour, family adventure guide.
  • Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more.
  • Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel.
  • Connect with Swiss culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions.
  • Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull-out map of Switzerland.
  • Covers Lake Geneva & Vaud, Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land & the Jura Mountains, Bern & Bernese Oberland, Valais, Ticino, Central Switzerland, Northwest Switzerland, Zurich & Northeastern Switzerland, Graubunden, Liechtenstein.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Switzerland.

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ISBN: 9781838699598

Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 June 2024

Country: Ireland

Imprint: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Edition: 11th edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 327g

Pages: 288

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