The most beautiful places of Switzerland
The most beautiful alpine country
Switzerland is considered the most beautiful alpine country. You will find here the amazing Wallis and Bernese Alps as well as perhaps the most famous mountain in the world – Matterhorn. Let's take a look at the most interesting places you can see here.
Riffelsee
Lake with Matterhorn
Riffelsee is the lake below the famous viewpoint of Gornegrat at an altitude of 2,757m asl. In good and unclouded weather, the lake reflects the most beautiful and most famous mountain in Europe – Matterhorn. continue reading
Lauterbrunnen Valley
The most beautiful valley of Switzerland
The monumental Lauterbrunnen Valley and its surroundings are among the most beautiful places not only of Switzerland but of the whole world. Above the valley there are several hundred meters high mountain walls rise from which fall the highest waterfalls of Europe. continue reading
Grenzgletscher Glacier
A glacier from Monte Rosa
The Grenzgletscher glacier is adjacent to Gornergletscher, Zwillingsgletsher, Schwärzegletscher. Together, it is a massive group of glaciers around the Monte Rosa massif and is one of the largest in the Alps after Grosser Aletschgletscher. With the warming of the globe, however, the glaciers are also dwindling. continue reading
Mittelallalin
Famous view of Allalinhorn
Mittelallalin (3,456 meters above sea level) is a mountain in the Wallis Alps, accessible by an underground cable car from Saas Fee. There is a restaurant and an ice cave and above all a beautiful view of the Allalinhorn (4,027 meters above sea level), which is one of the most easily accessible Alpine four thousanders. From the restaurant you can choose hiking and climbing routes of various lengths. continue reading
Jungfraujoch pass
Pass with the highest train station in Europe
Jungfraujoch (3,471m asl) is a mountain pass in the Bernese Alps between the cantons of Bern and Valais. It is located at the lowest point of the mountain ridge between the mountains Mönch (4,107 m asl) and Jungfrau (4,158 m asl). From the pass rises the Sphinx mountain at the top of which is located a scientific observatory. The Jungfrau-Aletsch-Bietschhorn was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. continue reading
Aletschgletscher Glacier
Europe's largest glacier
Aletschgletscher is the largest glacier in Europe, and in the Alps. It is 23 km long. It is located in the Bernese Alps in Switzerland. There are several cable cars leading to the glacier, which can be enjoyed by magnificent sightseeing routes. In the vicinity of the glacier there is a mountain village where you can stay. continue reading
Faulhorn
Lookout peak over Bachsee
The 2681 meters high Faulhorn mountain is located in the Bernese Oberland between Lake Brienz and the town of Grindelwald. There are several hiking trails to ascend to the summit with spectacular panoramic views of the surroundings. Since 1830, the Berghotel Faulhorn has been just below the summit. continue reading
The Great St. Bernard Pass
Famous Bernardin Pass
One of the most beautiful and even the highest alpine road passes is the Great St. Bernard Pass (2,473m asl). The pass was made famous by Saint Bernard dogs. The beauty of the pass gives him not only a large lake practically right in the pass, but also a very pointed mountain Grand Golliat (3,238 meters above sea level). The state border between Switzerland and Italy also passes through the pass. continue reading
Rhonegletscher Glacier
Famous glacier under Furka Pass
Thanks to its good availability, the Rhonegletscher glacier is among the most visited glaciers. Here you will see how the glaciers disappear when you take a look at the photos from 1900s. In addition to beautiful views, you can also visit the local ice cave. continue reading
Morteratsch Glacier
The largest glacier of the Bernina massif
Glacier Morteratsch is the largest glacier of the Bernina massif, located in the area of Sv. Moritz in the Swiss Alps. The path to it is gentle and pleasant, suitable for even less fit pedestrians. Along the way are made individual stops with educational boards, which shows the retreat of the glacier since 1900. continue reading
Gornergratbahn
Cog railway on Gornergrat
The timbered track opened in 1898 leading from Zermatt 1602m to Gornergrat 3100m with a length of 9.3km is a great tourist attraction, where you can see 29 alpine giants to the Monte Rosa massif with glacier. Other hikes can be made from here. It is advisable to leave by 8 am. continue reading
Bern
The capital of Switzerland
The capital of Switzerland is located in the bend of the River Aare and is the gateway to the Swiss Alps. It has roughly 123,500 inhabitants and the center of the Old Town, nestled on a small area, is listed on the UNESCO list. The city is also known as an alternative artistic scene, and the locals tastefully switch from their singing and slow dialect to English. continue reading
Via Mala Gorge
A place that humbles the power of the wa
Via Mala is located near the town of Zillis. In earlier times, it served as an access road to the Alps. Her name – Via mala („The Bad Way“) – testifies to the fact that this was a very dangerous stretch of travel. The gorge is created by the Hinterrhein River, which is one of the two main tributaries of the Rhine. continue reading
Sion
City of castles and wine
The French-speaking town, surrounded on all sides by hills with terraced vineyards, rising from the Rhone Valley is simply enchanting. From the two rocky peaks, the town is guarded by a pair of 13th-century castles, the Château de Tourbillon and the Château de Valére, with a fortified basilica inside which are the oldest functioning church organs in the world. continue reading
Hoher Kasten
View for gods
Hoher Kasten is a mountain in the Swiss Alps in the Appenzell region. The mountain rises above the river Rhine. From here you can see Liechtenstein, Lake Constance, inland Switzerland (Appenzell, Sankt Gallen) and the Austrian Alps. continue reading
Aareschlucht gorge
The most visited gorge in Switzerland
The Aareschlucht gorge is located in eastern Berner Oberland and connects the towns of Meiringen and Innertkirchen. A roughly 1.4 km long trail crosses the gorge along the wild, milky white waters of the River Aare, and passes tunnels and ledges below the limestone overhangs. The gorge is 180 meters deep and at the narrowest point less than one meter wide. The Aare River flows at a rate of up to 12 km per hour. In the summer, the canyon is splendidly lit on Thursday evening. continue reading
Giessbachfall waterfall
Famous waterfall over Lake Brienz
The Giessbachfall Waterfall became famous due to its connection with Sherlock Holmes. Even without him, this is a very interesting cascade worth visiting. Resistant hikers can also go high up into the mountains, but the difference of elevation is enormous (Brienz Lake is only 565m asl) continue reading
Mürrenbachfall Waterfall
The highest waterfall of Switzerland
The most significant waterfall in the Lauterbrunnen valley is the Mürrenbachfall waterfall. It is mainly thanks to its height of 417 meters, which puts it in the first place in Switzerland. From the waterfall there is also a magnificent view of the entire valley continue reading
Lake Brienz
Lake between the mountains
Lake Brienz is one of the most beautiful lakes in Switzerland. It is also a great starting point for the Bernese Alps or the famous Giesbach Waterfall. continue reading
Trümmelbachfälle Waterfalls
A waterfall trapped in a rock
Among the interesting Swiss waterfalls is definitely the waterfall Trümmelbachfälle, which is basically a cascade of 10 waterfalls leading directly in the rock. The lift takes you to the upper floor and then you can see the dark corners where every year the water takes over twenty thousand tons of rock. continue reading
Reichenbachfall Waterfall
Sherlock Holmes Waterfalls
Reichenbachfall is a seven step cascade on the River Reichenbach (the tributary of the Aare River), about 2 km south of Meiringen. Totally they are 250 meters high and their 90 meters high upper cataract is one of the highest in the Alps. Waterfalls are world-renowned thanks to the fictional event, the Sherlock Holmes fight for life and death with Professor Moriarty. continue reading
Gemmi pass
Pass with a beautiful lake
Gemmi pass is a mountain pass that near above the spa town of Leukerbad. From Leukerbad you can take the cable car to Lake Daubensee, around which you can take a round trip. continue reading
Lucerne
City of the Chapel Bridge
Lucerne is famous for its beautiful Kapellbrücke, the oldest roofed wooden bridge in the world. The whole city is picturesquely laid between the mountains and the lake. continue reading
Staubbachfall Waterfall
Waterfall from postage stamp
In the Lauterbrunnen Valley you will find a number of interesting waterfalls thanks to the high cliffs. One of them is the 297 meter high Staubbach waterfall. Its spell you can enjoy the most after big rains or in spring when is snow melting. The scenery with this waterfall became the motif of one Swiss postage stamp. continue reading
Montreux
Oasis on the shore of Lake Geneva
Montreux is a town on the northeast coast of Lake Geneva. The city is unique for its location and climate. It is located under the mountains, but it is so warm that palm trees grow there. We can visit the colonnade share of the lake shore or Chion Castle. There are many famous personalities in Montreux, including Freddie Mercury, whose statue can be found here. continue reading
Lausanne
Seat of the International Olympic Committee
Lausanne is a town on the northern shore of Lake Geneva. The city has an ancient atmosphere. The city's landmark is the Notre-Damme Cathedral. We can also visit the Olympic Museum, where we find, among other things, a statue of Emil Zatopek. continue reading
Rheinfall waterfall
The largest waterfalls in Europe
Rhine Falls (German Rheinfall) are the largest waterfalls in Europe (the largest in terms of watery). It lies on the Upper Rhine between Neuhausen am Rheinfall and Laufen-Uhwiesen, near the town of Schaffhausen in the northern part of Switzerland. They are 150 m wide and 23 m tall. In winter months, the average water flow is only 250 m³ / s, while in the summer it increases up to 700 m³ / s. The maximum flow rate of 1250 m³ / s was measured in 1965. continue reading
Charles Kuonen Hängebrücke
The longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the wo
Charles Kuonen Hängebrücke is a suspension rope bridge on the famous Europaweg hiking trail, on the eastern side of Mattertal in Switzerland. It was opened in July 2017. With a length of 494 meters, it is the longest suspension pedestrian bridge in the world. The bridge suspended 85 meters above the valley significantly shortens the route between the tourist resorts Grächen and Zermatt. The path from Randa leads to the Europahütte. From the bridge is a magnificent view of the four thousanders continue reading
Geneva
A city with a unique fountain
Geneva is the center of the French-speaking part of Switzerland. It is a town on the shores of Lake Geneva. The dominant feature of the city is a 140 meter high fountain gushing directly from the lake. Other attractions include the flower clock, the UN headquarters and the Notre Damme basilica. continue reading
Aarburg
A town with an interesting castle
The historic city of Aarburg boasts with an interesting castle standing on a promontory over the river Aar. continue reading
Appenzell
Cheese town
Appenzell is a small town in the canton of the same name. It is famous for its unique architecture and cheese production. continue reading
CERN
European Organization for Nuclear Research
CERN is an international organization based in Geneva, founded in 1954. Its objective is cooperation between Member States in the field of purely scientific and basic research, in particular research into elementary particle physics. Electrons and positrons are accelerating here in the 27 km long circular Hadronic Accelerator, the world's largest instrument. The results of the experiments (eg the formation of a new form of matter after particle collision) are evaluated in particle detectors. continue reading
Glacier cave
Interesting point in Little Matterhorn
The Little Matterhorn can be reached only by cable car, which can lead tourists and skiers to the highest point of the area and to a height of 3883 m asl. There you get the lift. In the caves are corridors and several domes created where you can sit and there is one slide. The cave is created artificially. continue reading
Chalet Mönchsjochhütte
Starting point for climbing to Mönch
The alpine hut Mönchsjochhütte stands on a rock, southeast of the foot of Mönch, at an altitude of 3657 meters above sea level. It is one of the highest alpine huts used all year round. Its terrace offers spectacular views of the UNESCO-protected Jungfrau-Aletsch area. The hut is accessible by a marked trail from the Jungfraujoch pass. continue reading
