Lonely Planet Switzerland : Detailed Itineraries | Travel Like a Local | Insider Tips | Covers Zurich, Bern, Ticino, Graubunden, and more book cover

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Lonely Planet Switzerland : Detailed Itineraries | Travel Like a Local | Insider Tips | Covers Zurich, Bern, Ticino, Graubunden, and more

by , , Caroline Bishop, , Claire O’Dea, , Michaela Scalisi and

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


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About the book

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. This 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 include hiking the Aletsch, Geneva walking tour, and a family adventure guide. You'll find expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more. The essential information toolkit contains 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 include 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, and Liechtenstein.

Book details

Published by Lonely Planet Global Limited

Paperback ISBN: 9781838699598 14 Jun 2024 196 x 129 x 20 (mm) 334g