A visual guide to Switzerland's alpine villages, crystal-clear lakes, historic cities, legendary rail journeys and places worth taking the long way to reach.
From urban lakeside cities to high Alpine valleys, Switzerland packs remarkably different landscapes into a compact country.
Gateway to lakes, peaks and the Bernese Oberland.
Matterhorn country.
Lake, old town and mountains.
Waterfalls beneath towering cliffs.
Urban energy beside the lake.
A sample journey combining city streets, lake views, mountain villages and some of the country's most spectacular scenery.
Start beside Lake Zurich, then head south to Lucerne. Walk the old town and finish beside Lake Lucerne.
Take the scenic route toward Interlaken and discover the landscapes around Lake Brienz and Lake Thun.
Travel deeper into the Alps and arrive beneath the Matterhorn in the evening.
Slow down and let the landscape become the journey. Mountain valleys, bridges and panoramic windows.
Historic old towns, lake promenades, museums and mountain views are often only minutes apart.
A lively mix of old town streets, lakefront walks, design, culture and modern city life.
Arcades, fountains, sandstone architecture and the historic old town at the heart of Switzerland.
Lake Geneva, international institutions, parks and a distinctly French-speaking atmosphere.
Palm trees, Italian-speaking Switzerland, lake views and Mediterranean energy.
In Switzerland, getting there can be part of the trip. Panoramic routes cross lakes, valleys and high mountain passes, turning the journey itself into an experience.
Swiss cuisine changes from region to region, from fondue and rösti to Ticino's Italian influence and specialities from Graubünden.
Warm, simple and made for long evenings.
Crispy potatoes with endless regional variations.