Lonely Planet Switzerland

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.