Holiday destinations

Bettmeralp is an idyllic holiday resort high above the Valais Rhone Valley: No car far and wide, but a far-reaching view from the Aletsch Glacier to the Matterhorn. The Aletsch Arena offers you winter sports from October to April and a variety of activities for families.

La Fouly has everything: alpine scenery, mountain ranges, unspoilt nature and the restful atmosphere of a small, attractive locale.

Chiasso, Pedrinate and Seseglio are at the southern tip of Switzerland. The customs town borders the Italian region of Lombardy and is an important starting point for discovering the variety of experiences in Mendrisiotto. The park of the Breggia Gorges, the Muggio Valley and Monte Generoso are close by.

Baden is a city to feel good and enjoy: Explore the charming old town with the wooden bridge over the Limmat and the ruins of Stein Castle. Experience art and culture in a unique ambience and relax in the spa district with its mineral-rich thermal water.

Located at the foot of the pyramid-shaped Sosto mountain (2221 meters), Olivone is the starting point for excursions and hiking tours to the impressive Greina Plateau, to the untouched Val di Campo or to the Luzzone Reservoir Lake.

Visp is a “pocket-size Valais”: It is ideally situated between Zermatt, Saas-Fee, Leukerbad and the Aletsch Glacier. Discover the old town and the pedestrian zone with their many shops. Nestled at the foot of the vineyards, Visp looks almost Mediterranean, thanks to the abundant sunshine it enjoys throughout the year.

Romont, a small picturesque town dating back from the 10th century, is located on the main roads and railway lines connecting Lausanne and Fribourg, between the lakes and the mountains.

Due to its wonderful location at the southern slope of the Niederhorn, directly on the right bank of Lake Thun, Merligen enjoys a Mediterranean climate all year round. The lake breeze and the panorama of the Bernese Alps, which seem close enough to touch, put you into a holiday mood.

Weggis, by Lake Lucerne, is a place of indulgence and relaxation. With a Mediterranean climate and fantastic views of the lake and mountains. Let yourself be pampered in a wellness hotel on the Central Swiss Riviera and combine a boat trip with a trip to the Rigi or Lucerne.

Centovalli (Hundred Valleys) owes its name to the countless side valleys on both sides of the central valley. Since time immemorial it has been an important transit region between Switzerland and Italy. Its natural landscape, which is of extraordinary scenic beauty, offers nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts a myriad of recreational opportunities.

The Val d'Anniviers is a Valaisian side-valley defined by a rich cultural tradition. The chain of authentic mountain villages with sun-blackened houses extends from Siere in the Rhone Valley to the climbers’ village of Grimentz.

This Valaisan village, built in the architectural style typical of the Val d'Illiez, will enchant you with its rustic authenticity. The resort is situated at an altitude of 1'600 m in the shadow of the majestic Dents du Midi Mountains.

The small holiday region of Melchsee-Frutt / Melchtal / Kerns lies at the heart of central Switzerland, surrounded by lakes and mountains. The centre for tourism in this expansive region is the high valley of Melchsee-Frutt at an altitude of 2000 metres, with its traffic-free, family-friendly resort on shores of the little mountain lake.

Andermatt impresses with its diversity. In summer, drives over the surrounding Alpine passes and hikes through the Schöllenen Gorge or along the Four Springs Trail beckon. In winter, you can ski from the Gemsstock all the way into Graubünden.

Wiler, 1,419m a.s.l.

Saas-Fee, the car-free village in the Saas Valley, is known for its excellent ski region at 3600 meters above sea level and also for its magnificent mountain scenery and glaciers. Here you can enjoy the Valais mountains while skiing and hiking or simply relax in one of the many spas and wellness baths.

Thurgau, the cyclist's holiday paradise on Lake Constance The Canton of Thurgau extends across undulating countryside along the southern banks of Lake Constance. This area attracts cyclists, families and nature lovers alike. After all, where else is the water so close and the mountains at your fingertips.

Located at the heart of Zurich's wine country, the pretty village of Marthalen is known for its intact townscape and most attractive red and white half-timbered houses. Particularly impressive houses are the "Untere" and "Obere Hirschen", the "Alte Wirtshaus” tavern and "Schutzenhaus".

Hermance is considered a real jewel on the shores of Lake Geneva. The small medieval town is located on a sunny slope and, in addition to a ruined castle and a lakeside promenade with a lido and camp site, also has a grand villa district.

Zermatt, the enchanting mountain village in Valais, is synonymous with the Matterhorn, probably the most famous mountain in the world. Zermatt will amaze you with its beauty in summer and winter. You will also be stunned by the idyllic charm that the village radiates.

Located high above Lake Thun, this sun terrace offers a unique panorama of the Alpine peaks of the Bernese Oberland including the famous threesome, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Away from the main tourist streams, the village is particularly popular with nature-lovers and families.

Leave your everyday cares behind you and treat yourself to something really nice. At Sempachersee Lake and throughout the surrounding region, you can experience nature at its most pristine, discover cultural treasures, enjoy excellent cuisine, engage in sports, and much more besides.

The serene, sunny high valley in the Goms region, in Upper Valais, is famous for its authentic villages with wooden houses and whitewashed churches. Obergoms is an attractive cross-country paradise in winter and a popular and far-flung hiking region in summer.

The idyllic mountain village of Ernen lies on the left side of the valley of Goms, above Fiesch. The village is part of Binntal Nature Park and is also well-known as a musical village, acting as the venue for an annual musical festival with international artists.

Halfway between the alpine glacier environment of the Bernina region and the Mediterranean-style winegrowing terraces of Valtellina you’ll find the little village of Le Prese, on a plain north of Lake Poschiavo.

Although the pretty village of Büsingen is part of the Federal Republic of Germany, it sits like an island surrounded by the canton of Schaffhausen. Many special circumstances govern the community’s life. The Exclave Trail offers insights into this unusual case.

The historical bridging point of Andelfingen lies above the Thur river and is nestled amid the unspoilt landscape of the Zürcher Weinland winegrowing region.

The town of Willisau has been in existence for over 700 years. Noteworthy sights include the town hall, the city layout with the gates, the heptagonal fountain or the governor's castle. An international jazz festival has been taking place here every year since 1970.

From Leysin, you can look out over the Vaud and Valais Alps to Lake Geneva. The holiday resort spoils visitors with ample sun and attractive outdoor adventures. Enjoy the excursions on the mountain of Berneuse, with its half pipe, snow tubing and bike parks.

The saffron village of Mund is located on a sunny hillside at 1200 m above sea level, on the right side of the Vallée du Rhône, within the Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.

Mendrisio blends old-town charm, vineyards and two local mountains: Monte Generoso and the UNESCO-listed Monte San Giorgio. Grotti, museums and panoramic trails sit close together—ideal for food, culture and nature in Switzerland’s far south.

The Werdenberg region is situated in the St. Gallen Rhine Valley on Switzerland’s eastern border. It encompasses the administrative communes of Sennwald (Frümsen, Haag, Salez, Sax and Sennwald), Gams, Grabs, Buchs, Sevelen and Wartau (Azmoos, Trübbach, Weite, Oberschan and Malans) and borders on the Principality of Liechtenstein, Heidiland, Toggenburg and the St. Gallen Rhine Valley.

Winterthur inspires you with diversity: The old town with shops and cafés, right next to it industrial history in old factory halls, villas, parks and gardens. First-class museums, the Technorama as an interactive experience centre and the Casino Theatre round off the offer.

The small town of Martigny located on the Rhone elbow in the Lower Valais is the hub of the pass routes across the Simplon, Great St. Bernard and Forclaz. Its cultural-historical heritage, Mediterranean flair and tasty gastronomy are its winning features.