Summer destinations

Let yourself be enchanted by the charming town of Murten. Discover the old town with its picturesque alleys and arcades. Enjoy the view of the town and lake from the fortified wall. Enjoy a stroll along the lakeside promenade to the harbour, where your Lake Murten tour begins.

This family-oriented village at 1'668m altitude is the ideal jumping off point for anyone who wants to explore the Portes du Soleil.

Giovanni Segantini was almost certainly sitting in the garden of the Palazzo Salis when he claimed that Soglio was "the gateway to paradise". Soglio is an enchanting village of 300 souls in the Bergell region, also famous for its flowers. What could be more romantic?

The picture-book landscape of the Seetal (Lake Valley), with its castles and palaces, romantic villages and the pristine shorelines of Lake Hallwiler and Lake Baldegger, is a singularly beautiful excursion destination for sports-minded visitors and families.

Gersau occupies a romantic location on the southern slopes of the Rigi by Lake Lucerne, on what is sometimes called the "Riviera of Central Switzerland". High above Gersau is the Rigi-Scheidegg area, both a paradise for walkers and a small winter sports area, with excellent views.

Vully is the sun-kissed riviera of Lake Murten, opposite the town of Murten. At just 653m, Mont Vully is a fantastic panoramic peak. From its summit, visitors can gaze across vineyards and lakes to the snowy mountains of the Bernese Alps.

Brigerbad and its surroundings offer a wide variety of activities for hiking enthusiasts. The village is situated at the south ramp of the Lötschberg railway and connects directly with the BLS high trail.

Located at the foot of the Schilthorn, Mürren is considered one of the most beautiful mountain villages in Switzerland. The area around the car-free village boasts excellent hiking and winter sports opportunities, impressive waterfalls and an incomparable view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

The historic little town of Moudon lies in privileged position at the heart of stunning landscapes, halfway between the Jorat-Plateau and Broye-Tal valley. And surely nothing could be more attractive than the picturesque alleyways of this delightful spot.

The gate to the romantic Fex Valley is idyllically embedded between Lake Sils and Lake Silvaplana. With only 700 inhabitants, Sils presents itself in an introspective, familiar and inviting manner. Besides the tremendous natural experience, the cultural offerings are also exquisite.

Altstätten is situated in the Rhine Valley of St. Gallen, at the foot of the hills of the Appenzellerland. As a market town with a long tradition, it boasts one of the loveliest historical town centres in Eastern Switzerland.

Carì is situated on the southern slope of the Leventina Valley above Faido at 1,650m above sea level: an ideal place for sports and nature enthusiasts.

With 235 kilometres of pistes stretching across 100+ square kilometres of snow-assured slopes around the 'Crap Sogn Gion', the ski region of the Flims, Laax and Falera resorts constitutes one of Switzerland's very large, connected winter sports regions. In summer, Flims Laax Falera becomes one enormous outdoor 'playground' for active guests.

Gandria is a picturesque village on Lake Lugano with narrow streets, colorful houses and traditional grottos. Here you can enjoy Mediterranean flair, surrounded by lush nature and with views of the mountains and the water.

The fine farming village and service centre of Erlenbach is nestled among the delightful Simmental landscape in the foothills of the Alps at the feet of the Stockhorn, from where you can enjoy an impressive view of 200 mountain peaks.

Discover Brig in sunny Valais. Stroll through the car-free old town, marvel at the Stockalper Castle and let yourself be pampered in the Brigerbad thermal baths. As a transport hub, Brig is ideal when it comes to excursions to the Aletsch region, the Matterhorn or the Saas Valley.

This peaceful village, situated at 950 m altitude is the ideal spot for a relaxing visit.

The Bündner Herrschaft, located in the northernmost corner of Graubünden, is the gateway to the canton. Its excellent Blauburgunder wines made the region famous as a winegrowing region. The fairly small vacation region has at its center the town of Maienfeld, home of Heidi - the world-famous children’s book character.

The small resort villages of Wilderswil and Gsteigwiler are situated in the immediate vicinity of Interlaken. They are the ideal starting points for excursions to the highlights of the Bernese Oberland.

Villars-sur-Ollon offers you alpine ambience, outdoor sports and experiences in the heart of nature. From Lake Geneva, you can reach the friendly chalet village, which is situated 1,300 meters up, in no time at all. Have fun hiking, golfing, visiting thermal baths or enjoying the extensive winter sports area of Villars-Gryon-Les-Diablerets.

The peaceful holiday region of Elm / Sernftal is surrounded by the mountain scenery of the Glarus peaks. The Tschingelhörner and Martin’s Hole are natural monuments of national significance. Twice a year, the sun shines directly through the 16-metre hole in the rocks on to the church tower of Elm.

Spiez is situated between hills and vineyards on Lake Thun in the most beautiful bay in Europe. Especially the castle of Spiez invites you to explore. Due to its location, the town is also the starting point for excursions into the Bernese Oberland.

A community of ten villages close to Grand Saint Bernard, Liddes boasts a vast, mountainous landscape and a huge variety of hiking trails and sites.

Located in the heart of Central Switzerland, between Schwyz and Einsiedeln, the Mythenregion may be quickly and easily reached from all directions. From Zürich in about 45 minutes and from Lucerne/Zug in 30 minutes.

The Mediterranean lifestyle in an alpine setting. The whole little town is under special protection because of its historic importance. Poschiavo is also famous for its culinary delicacies and cultural heritage. Experience both on a tour of the village passing through narrow alleyways and across beautiful squares, or in the interesting Museum of Art.

Wellness, nature and tradition can all be found in Charmey: allow yourself a spot of pampering in “Les Bains de la Gruyère”, explore the La Montsalvens man-made lake or the Vounetz leisure mountain, and marvel at living customs – from alpine descents to the production of the famous Gruyère cheese.

Vevey – the charming town by Lake Geneva will capture your heart. Stroll along the lakeside promenade with a view of the Alps, past the statue of Charlie Chaplin. Discover the old town or the Alimentarium food museum and explore the UNESCO-listed Lavaux vineyards.

A car-free mountain village featuring wooden chalets and plenty of sun: this is Wengen, at the foot of the Jungfrau. It serves as the ideal starting point for your excursions to Grindelwald, the Kleine Scheidegg and the Jungfraujoch. The view of the Bernese Alps and Lauterbrunnen is sure to inspire you.

In Zurich, find yourself marvelling at the historic buildings in the old town, strolling through the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse and enjoying Lake Zurich. Zurich offers you a mix like no other: a metropolis offering many sights meets water, nature and mountains. Simply spectacular!

The Leventina is mostly known as a transit axis leading from the Gotthard Mountain to the south. At certain points in the partially narrow valley, where trains, roads and super highway emerge, one does not expect to find scenic beauty and cultural and historic sights - but this assumption is unfair.

Geneva is international. The European headquarters of the UN or the ICRC are located here. The city on Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) has a picturesque old town with many sights and beautiful parks. The fantastic mountain panorama around Geneva will amaze you.

One of the most beautiful views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains awaits you on the Bürgenstock. See it from the spectacular cliff path or from the Hammetschwand lift. The journey is also thrilling: travel from Lucerne by catamaran and cable car.

Surprisingly versatile: Surselva is located in the heart of the Alps, between the source of the Rhine and the Rhine Gorge. One can find ideal conditions for active and passive leisure enjoyment in and around the cozy mountain villages.

Even small towns have a lot to offer. The historical town of Klingnau is home to many a fine wine grown in the vineyards on the far side of the old town, while its reservoir and nature reserve attract guests from around the world every year.

Habkern, a small, pretty mountain village, is situated seven kilometers from the international resort town of Interlaken. A stress-free sojourn in a traditional atmosphere and in the midst of a breath-taking natural world is guaranteed here.