Summer mountain tips

800 hectares of vineyards make Lavaux Switzerland's largest wine-producing area.
And a wonderful area for cycling.

Try reaching the castle in the picturesque village of Gruyères without succumbing to the temptation of the wonderful restaurants along the way. It's not easy!

The Freiberge region of Canton Jura is paradise for horses, and its gently rolling hills are a paradise for riders, hikers and bikers too.

The Jungfraujoch is Switzerland's most famous day trip. Travel up to Europe's highest railway station - you won't believe your eyes!

From the cool north to the warm south in four days - the "Via Spluga" is a long-distance and cultural route leading through stunning countryside.

Giovanni Segantini was almost certainly sitting in the garden of the Palazzo Salis when he claimed that Soglio was "the gateway to paradise".

The Rhaetian railway line between Chur and Tirano is truly a technical marvel, particularly impressive when viewed from the panorama car.

You want to see goats? Then visit the "Golden Goats Bridge"! Children can slide from floor to floor and listen to evening stories read to them by the hotel director.

In Appenzellerland, the tranquil Ebenalp is in complete contrast to the summit and dramatic Wildkirchli.

Well away from busy roads, the villages of Val d'Anniviers have retained their traditional charm, and the Hotel Bella Tola has done so particularly well.