Regions | Switzerland Tourism (2024)

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Few other country bring together so many different types of terrain in such a small area. Switzerland is a fascinating destination with plenty of Mediterranean flair, impressive alpine mountain ranges, idyllic countryside, magnificent lakes and rivers, urban regions and big city attractions.

Zurich Region Zurich is top for leisure and pleasure. Gentle hills, peaceful woods, the unpolluted lakes and rivers, picturesque villages - and all just a stone's throw from the Alps. Zurich is the ideal starting point for all kinds of varied excursions.More information Common.Of Zurich Region

Bern Region Simply grand. A slight haze tints quiet rivers with subtle pastel hues. Impressively vast roofs shelter prosperous Emmental farmhouses. Or a stroll through Bern along six kilometres of arcades lining the streets of the old city. Busy market stalls liven up squares, and pubs and restaurants with plenty of character serve wholesome food under ancient arched ceilings, while small theatres in cellars below the arcades offer stimulating entertainment.More information Common.Of Bern Region

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Valais With its unique and diverse landscape, the Valais is a land of contrasts: In the mountains majestic four-thousand-meter-high peaks and fascinating glaciers in the valley along the Rhone – along with sprawling vineyards and unspoilt side valleys.More information Common.Of Valais

Lucerne – Lake Lucerne Region Unlimited freedom. Switzerland was born when the good people of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden formed an alliance at the Rütli. Here, in Central Switzerland, is the Schöllenen Bridge which made north-south travel across the Gotthard range possible, and here, in 1871, Europe's first cog railroad up to Rigi marked the beginning of tourism as we know it.More information Common.Of Lucerne – Lake Lucerne Region

Geneva Geneva is Switzerland’s most cosmopolitan city. Here is where the United Nations European headquarters and the Red Cross are based. The city on Lake Geneva is also the cradle of watchmaking and home to many chocolatiers. Geneva has many sights, including the Jet d’Eau fountain, the flower clock L’horloge fleurie, the old town with the St. Pierre Cathedral and the Place du Bourg-de-Four. More information Common.Of Geneva

Canton of Vaud Canton Vaud, situated in the Lake Geneva Region, extends from the peaceful Jura Mountains up to the fascinating Vaudoise Alps and along crystal–clear and majestic lakes that blend into the authentic charm of the landscape.More information Common.Of Canton of Vaud

Ticino The Italian flair of Switzerland. The Mediterranean region seems to begin on the southern side of the Alps. There is a feel of Italy, with palm trees at clean beaches and lanes and alleyways leading to piazzas and churches.More information Common.Of Ticino

Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein Eastern Switzerland stretches from the shimmering waters of Lake Constance across the hilly Appenzellerland to the Alpine landscapes of Toggenburg, the Heidiland holiday region and the Glarnerland. Far off in the Rhine Valley is Vaduz with its princes' castle.More information Common.Of Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein

Basel Region Describing Basel in one word is far from simple. Labels such as Cultural Capital of Switzerland or University City can only be seen as an attempt to give the city, with its wealth of cultural, historical, leisure and enjoyment experiences, a single overarching name.More information Common.Of Basel Region

Aargau – Solothurn region Off the beaten track? A far cry from mass tourism? And still breathtakingly beautiful? The incredible becomes credible in the Aargau-Solothurn region. Every time. And everywhere. Idyllic, untouched landscapes, small towns with urban attractions and sports facilities that will get you up to speed quickly. Aargau-Solothurn is a region of great diversity, constant surprises and endless beauty. From national cultural events and wellness oases that are second to none to internationally-renowned jewels of the baroque – this region has it all. Just a little more personal and beautiful. Now let’s get going before everyone discovers the Aargau-Solothurn region.More information Common.Of Aargau – Solothurn region

Region of Fribourg The Region of Fribourg is somewhat a world turned upside down: cold, limestone summits are found in the south and mild, even Mediterranean-like lakesides in the north. On its small territory, two languages coexist and three very distinct holiday regions overlap: the Pre-Alps, the city of Fribourg and the Three-Lakes Region.More information Common.Of Region of Fribourg

Principality of Liechtenstein Whoever travels to Liechtenstein will immediately notice the very special atmosphere that pervades this endearing small and sovereign state between Switzerland and Austria. The 160 square kilometres of the Principality constitute a wonderfully beautiful spot on the Earth that stretches from the fascinating world of the Rhine valley up to the healthimbuing mountainscapes of the alpine region at 2 500 metres asl. Culturally rich with unspoilt nature and culinaryromantic highlights: Liechtenstein promises moments of pure bliss for body and soul.More information Common.Of Principality of Liechtenstein

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