Holiday destinations: Villages

The village of Täsch is 1,449 metres above sea level and is home to around 998 people. It is situated 6 km from the world-famous tourist region of Zermatt and its majestic landmark - the Matterhorn. Täsch is effectively the gateway to this huge and amazing mountain range.

Meride is located at the foot of Monte San Giorgio, which is particularly famous for its fossil finds. The village, which follows a winding path along the main street, lies amidst a landscape defined by viticulture.

Arth-Goldau, the Schwyz twin locality located between Lakes Zug and Lauerz, is the starting point for the trip up the Rigi, as well as a Lake Zug boat cruise. The alluvial fan of the huge avalanche is now home to the renowned Goldau Zoo. Last but not least, Arth-Goldau is an important railway node along the Gotthard line.

The quaint mountain village of Unterbäch, with its panoramic views of the Bietschhorn, is a relaxing, family-friendly place. Thanks to its first-class location atop a sunny high plateau, the hamlet basks in over 2,000 hours of sunshine each year.

Nestled between the mighty Säntis massif and the seven Churfirsten peaks, the resorts of Alt St. Johann, Unterwasser and Wildhaus are among the highest-lying municipalities in Toggenburg. Eastern Switzerland's largest winter sports area is just one hour from the airport and Zurich.

Bad Ragaz in the St. Gallen Rhine Valley at the foot of the Pizol has a long tradition as a health spa. Today it is a wellness resort with top-class hotels, thermal baths and golf courses. The warm (37°C) healing waters bubble up from inside the mountain in the deep, mysterious Tamina Gorge in nearby Pfäfers.

Giornico is located in the middle of the Leventina region. The village was once an important waypoint for pilgrims and travellers negotiating the historic Gotthard route.

The Principality of Liechtenstein has an area of 160 square kilometers, which makes it one of the smallest states in Europe. The princely residence presides high above the little town of Vaduz, which is the capital of the principality and has about 5,000 inhabitants. The medieval castle was upgraded in the 16th and 17th centuries.

Vals - the small and quiet vacation resort in Graubünden is known for its award-winning thermal spa and pristine nature. Between mountains and streams, you will find relaxation and adventure in equal measure. Ideal for those seeking relaxation and nature lovers.

Little is known about the origins of the settlement on the southern bridgehead of the Rhine crossing at Rötteln (Rotwasserstelz) Castle. The first recorded mention of Keiserstuol dates back to 1227,

Romainmôtier is a charming village in a secluded location on the Nozon river and is home to what is probably the oldest monastery in Switzerland. It can be found between two forested hills and gently nestled into the surroundings.

Lenzburg is located in Central Switzerland, around 25-kilometers west of Zurich, by the A1 Motorway. And thanks to numerous fast train connections, Lenzburg is also easily reached with public transport.

Zweisimmen is part of the holiday region of Gstaad, famous as a hiking and winter sports paradise. The chalet village on the Rinderberg is known for alpine farms and mountain cheese, as well as its Simmental cows fed on lush pastures. Make sure to take a trip on the GoldenPass panoramic train to Montreux.

Saas-Grund, the “Hiking Pearl”, has guaranteed snow in winter and a host of activities in summer. This pleasant holiday destination offers a huge range of exciting experiences for all ages. The inspiring mountain surroundings provide an ideal setting for quality time with the whole family.

Chamoson covers 3,500 hectares of orchards, vineyards, mountain pastures, meadows and rocks. Its surprisingly diverse terrain stretches from the banks of the Rhone to the rugged peaks of the Haut de Cry.

The small medieval city of Saint-Maurice is located at the entrance of the Upper Rhône Valley, between a rock face and the river. It is home to the renowned abbey as well as a castle.

The name Bivio means "parting of the ways" and is inseparably bound up with two ancient Roman passes, the Septimer and the Julier. The highest village in Surses with just 260 souls to its name, Bivio has what must be the most extraordinary linguistic make-up in all of Europe, or so one scholar of note has concluded.

Saint-Ursanne spreads out in a forested valley and fascinates visitors with its medieval centre. The town is located on the River Doubs and can be reached via a charming bridge.

Brienz looks like it could have been lifted straight out of a picture book. Be enchanted by the richly decorated wooden chalets in the village centre, by the glacier-blue lake and by the beautiful mountain backdrop. Discover Lake Brienz along with the Giessbach Falls and the Brienzer Rothorn.

Just by Basel, at the start of the navigable Rhine, lies the charming little "Zähringer" town of Rheinfelden. The historic town centre with its typical wide market street and delightful side lanes is an inviting area in which to wander, explore and do some shopping.

Falera is the oldest municipality in the destination of Flims Laax Falera and the smallest in terms of area. Thanks to its altitude it offers a clear and unique view over the Rhine Valley to Chur and from the Lugnez towards Obersaxen.

Today, the former trading and fishing town is best known for the “Battle of Sempach”. The town impresses with its historic old town and beautiful location on the shores of Lake Sempach.

The sunny Walser village lies at an altitude of 1450 meters roughly 15 km from Klosters in pretty Prättigau and is known to be a most popular climbing and ski-tours paradise. Small and original with oodles of charm.

In Porrentruy you will find an old town with baroque town houses and a castle with a view. You’ll love the city’s museums, such as the Hôtel-Dieu or the Jurassica. Discover the Uhrenweg and the Botanical Garden, or explore the Ajoie region and trace the footsteps of the dinosaurs.

The Sedrun region is the cradle of the Rhine. At 2,345m above sea level, the Tomasee near the Oberalp Pass is the source of Europe’s most important river.

The tranquil central Swiss holiday and excursion region around Küssnacht am Rigi lies where Tell once felled his adversary, Gessler. The Seebodenalp is a vista-rich plateau half-way up the “queen of the mountains”, the Rigi.

This charming Valaisan village is situated at the mouth of the Rhone where it feeds into Lake Geneva. It is known for its beautiful beach and its amusement parks, the Aquaparc and the Swiss Vapeur Parc.

The village of Lessoc in the Alpine foothills is located on the right bank of the Saane river in the Gruyère region. This small village is nestled in the well-maintained agricultural land of the Intyamon Valley, at the foot of the peak of Les Millets.

Located in the huge skiing area of "Les Portes du Soleil", the resort of Champéry in the Val d'Illiez in the Lower Valais has still managed to preserve much its traditional charm.

The unspoilt countryside of Visperterminen, the Heida wine village at the entrance to the Visper valley, which lies 1,378m above sea level, is a paradise for walkers and offers a fantastic view of the gleaming white 4,000m peaks of the Valais and Bernese Alps.

Splügen is a typical pass village with well preserved architecture, impressive palazzi and sun-browned wooden Walser houses.

Well-preserved traditional village at the gateway to the Lower Engadine, with a terraced landscape and a brewery.

The relaxed holiday resort in the middle of the Bernese Alps is characterised by its village atmosphere. In winter the idyllic chalet village and hikers' paradise turns into a winter sports paradise.

Klosters, the Graubünden mountain village, is known for wonderful nature, first-class winter sports regions and many activities for families. Here you can enjoy the mountains while skiing, hiking or biking and go on excursions to neighbouring Davos or the Engadine.

As small as Flüeli-Ranft in the canton of Obwalden may seem, it actually enjoys great fame. The place of pilgrimage of the Swiss national saint, Nicholas of Flüe, invites you to visit the chapel – and take a trip to the Ranft Gorge.