List of Swiss medium and large cities

Swiss Cosiness and Spectacular Landscapes

Switzerland is a mountainous country in the middle of Europe. About eight million people live in the Alpine Republic. It is known worldwide not only for its chocolate, but also for Swiss watches. But it is above all the beauty of its landscape, its snow-covered peaks and picturesque meadows, which are synonymous with Switzerland. As is well known, the clocks in Switzerland tick a little slower. A holiday in Switzerland promises relaxing, quiet days in the great outdoors without stress. The most popular holiday regions include the Canton of Ticino, the Valais, Grisons, the Bernese Oberland, Lake Lucerne, Eastern Switzerland, Lake Thun and the Saas-Fee region. Due to the high mountains and mountain ranges, mountain hikers and mountain bikers find ideal conditions. The highest mountain is the Dufourspitze in Valais at 4634 metres. Switzerland also has over 1500 lakes, which invite you to relax and unwind. Let your soul dangle and enjoy the picturesque view of the beautiful mountain and lake country.

Mountains, Lakes and Traditions

The Matterhorn with 4478 metres is one of the most famous mountains in Switzerland and this is not only due to its unique peak. For an exploration of the small Matterhorn, you can take the cable car up to about 3100 meters and enjoy the fantastic view of the mountain landscape. Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau are also among the most famous mountains in Switzerland and attract winter sports enthusiasts from all over the world. Another highlight in the region is the highest railway station in Europe. The train ride on the traditional Jungfrau Railway takes you past mighty mountain landscapes. At the top, you will be rewarded with a view over the 23-kilometer-long, deep blue Aletsch Glacier. Not far from Lake Constance is the Rhine Falls. With a height of 23 metres and a width of 150 metres it is one of the largest waterfalls in Europe. If you have a little more time, you can book a round trip by boat and experience the waterfall at close quarters. Besides the beautiful mountain landscape, Switzerland also has many picturesque lake areas to offer. One of these is Lake Geneva. Around the lake there are slopes planted with vines. Culture and adventure are not neglected on a tour along the lake. You can stroll along lakeside paths, hike in the mountains and pass the cities of Montreux, Lausanne and Geneva.

Cultural Sights

Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and also the city with the highest quality of life in the world. Idyllically situated on Lake Zurich, the city not only offers a wealth of recreational opportunities, but also numerous museums, shopping facilities and a wide range of gastronomic offerings. The Renaissance town hall, Münsterhof square, the Botanical Garden and the Zürichhorn are among the sights to see. Berne, the capital of Switzerland, is known above all for its medieval old town and its art collection with works by Paul Klee. The city of Geneva also impresses with its dreamlike location on Lake Geneva and its cosmopolitan character. More than 200 international organisations have their headquarters here. These include the Red Cross, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations. Enjoy Switzerland with all your senses. This includes a traditional Swiss cheese fondue. You can enjoy culinary delights and local cuisine in the numerous restaurants, bars and cafés.