Experiences: Relax

The San Michele Park sits high above Lugano and offers spectacular views of the city, the lake and the mountains. The typically southern vegetation is sure to thrill many of its visitors too.

Get away from it all and visit the sandy beaches at Yvonand. When the sun is shining on Lake Neuchâtel and the waves are lapping softly, it is almost like being at the seaside.

Rosengarten, the rose garden, is situated next to the entrance of the Munot Fortress and covers an area of about 2,000 sq.m. In 1981 the town nursery together with the Swiss association of rose lovers designed it in the French Renaissance garden-style.

The history of the botanical garden of the University of Basel goes as far back as the 16th century, making it one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world. It also offers an exciting variety of plants in a well-maintained haven of peace right in the heart of the city.

Bathe and dine like the ancient Romans. Embark on a journey back in time to the heyday of the Roman Empire. The Roman-Irish Bath is the backdrop for a sumptuous bathing ritual as once observed in ancient Rome.

The Mouettes (seagulls) are the small yellow water taxis that facilitate easy transport around Geneva. Throughout the year, four lines offer return trips linking both banks of Lake Geneva.

Half boat, half bathtub: that’s the Hot Tug. Sitting comfortably in 38-degree water, gliding across Lake Brienz while snowflakes melt on your forehead. Winter bathing has never been cooler.

Planted by the lake in 1854 to visually improve the wooden harbour, this was the first English-style park in Geneva. In the heart of the English Garden, you’ll find the famous Flower Clock, made up of 12,000 kinds of flowers, and the National Monument commemorating Geneva’s integration into the Swiss Confederation.

The La Grange Park sits right next to the Eaux-Vives Park and offers a unique view of the lake basin. The wonderful flower garden stretches out over 12,000 square metres and delights its guests with more than 200 varieties of roses.

The park surrounding the Villa dei Cedri, which today is home to the Municipal Museum for Modern and Contemporary Art, is a living example of an English-style park of the 19th century. A further attraction is the vineyard behind the villa, whose grapes are used to produce the popular Merlot.

Inspired by the Niagara Falls and created over seven years of painstaking manual labour: the rock gallery of the Roffla Gorge.

Immerse yourself in the hottest thermal water in Switzerland. In the thermal bath Les Bains de Lavey you can bathe in the 33 to 36 degree warm water, relax in saunas and steam baths and enjoy the view of the Vaud Alps.

Experience the new mineral baths & spa at Samedan and let yourself be spirited away to another world by the uniquely mystical atmosphere.

In just ten minutes, the panorama funicular takes guests from Interlaken up to its local mountain Harder Kulm.

Enjoy a summer's day in the Dolder Wellenbad on the Zürichberg in Zurich. Swim laps in the 50-metre pool or spend time with the family in the children's and paddling area with slide tower – surrounded by greenery.

The most popular open air bathing spot in Bern. As with all other public baths in the town of Bern, the Marzilibad is completely free. The separate “Paradiesli” and “Männerbad” areas allow men and women to sunbathe unclothed.

The pool and spa in the middle of the mountains offers the latest indoor and outdoor pool technology, pure relaxation and fun for the little ones.

The Swiss have known and loved him from their childhood: the blue children’s book character Globi. Even on the road he is part of the party – on the Globi-Express of the Zentralbahn route from Lucerne to Engelberg.

The sanctuary of Madonna del Sasso in Orselina above Locarno is the most famous place of pilgrimage in the Italian part of Switzerland. It is rooted in the ancient tradition of votive gifts.

Great things sometimes come in small packages – the Zernez Family Baths have attractive, family-friendly facilities and an outdoor bubble pool.

Located between Monte San Salvatore and Monte Arbostora at an altitude of just under 700 metres, the botanical gardens are a mecca for park visitors and plant lovers – particularly in April and May, when the azaleas and rhododendrons form a fragrant carpet.

Relax, enjoy and recharge your batteries in one of the largest wellness facilities in Valais within the walls of the Olympica wellness and sports hotel in Brig.

The park is located in the heart of the city and offers a breathtaking view of Lausanne and of the lake.

Children from all over the world play, mums and dads chat away to one another and students read here at the City Park Biel. The large park with playground and lawned areas provides a peaceful spot for people to gather in the heart of the city.

Experience pure relaxation in what is probably the most diverse water-based attraction in Switzerland. Enjoy the revitalizing power of water and spend a relaxing time at Aquabasilea.

This elegant city park with its majestic trees, carefully placed sculptures and beautifully cultivated flowers acts as a green lung in the centre of the city.

Lake Murten truly is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. Due to its relatively shallow depth, Lake Murten warms up relatively quickly, so it reaches pleasant bathing temperatures earlier than elsewhere.

Ibex, chamois, lynx, wildcat, deer and wild boar are among the native Swiss animals at the Peter and Paul wildlife park on the scenic St. Gallen-Rotmonten hilltop.

Thanks to natural barriers, the Tropiquarium permits you safely getting close to creatures from all around the world. It’s also home to several endangered species such as the Siamese crocodile, the African penguin and the Galapagos tortoise.

VerticAlp Emosson, these are 3 historic mountain railways that take you to the second largest reservoir in Switzerland. Around the lake, hiking trails await you with views of Mont Blanc and 250-million-year-old dinosaur tracks.

This wellness complex is both a place for coming together and a place of rest and relaxation. The complex is known in particular for its unique lakeside location as well as its architecture.

Located in Rathvel, near Les Paccots, this mini-zoo is especially attractive for families with young children.

Switch off and relax – exclusively on Lake Lucerne!

On the hills above Lausanne, Sauvabelin Park is a popular destination with families and nature lovers. Anyone who scales the 302 steps up to the platform of the Tower of Sauvabelin will be rewarded with stunning panoramic views.

Had enough of walking? Hop on board of the small train and explore Morges, jewel of Lake Geneva.

Fontana Park is set in the heart of Chur. It is the perfect place to escape the bustle of the city, to enjoy the atmosphere, or to read a book.