Rough Guides Switzerland: Travel Guide with eBook

Ideal for independent travellers, this comprehensive guidebook to Switzerland goes beyond the basics, blending must-see sights with hidden gems and offering unmatched practical guidance for seamless planning and on-the-go exploration. Written by Switzerland experts, it's packed with in-depth advice often missing from other guides, helping you navigate with ease from using public transport to discovering the best dining, accommodations, and local experiences.

Inside you'll find regional deep dives with curated experiences and honest reviews, tailored itinerary samples for different trip lengths and travel styles, and essential practical information on getting there, avoiding crowds, saving time and money, and traveling responsibly. Expert recommendations reveal the best places to eat, drink, stay, and enjoy nightlife or outdoor activities, while seasonal tips help you plan the perfect trip with climate details and festival highlights.

Unmissable highlights handpicked by the authors include hiking the Bernese Oberland, the Matterhorn, Zürich, the Rhine Falls, wines from Lavaux, Lausanne, winter sports in Verbier, Lake Lucerne, the Rhätische Bahn, Carnival, Montreux Jazz Festival, Geneva, Lugano, and much more. Easy-to-use color-coded maps highlight essential spots, while cultural insights offer engaging stories on local history, arts, and traditions. Language essentials cover German, French, Italian and Romansh phrases to help you connect with locals, and stunning full-color photography captures the essence of Switzerland. Complete with a velvet soft-touch cover, premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials, and a bonus eBook included with purchase, this is your trusted companion to Switzerland's must-see sights, hidden gems, and local secrets.