Europe
Switzerland
Alps, lakes, chocolate and trains on time to the second. Say grüezi, bonjour or buongiorno, and enjoy!
- Local time
- 22:50
- Currency
- CHF
- Calling code
- +41
- Capital
- Bern
- Languages spoken
- French, GSW, Italian, RM
Eco-friendly travel
- Tap water is safe to drink. Bring a refillable bottle.
- Take the train, bus and boats: the Swiss Travel System goes everywhere.
- Sort your waste carefully: Swiss recycling is strict, and rubbish bags are often taxed.
- Stay on marked trails and respect wildlife rest zones in winter.
- Close gates in pastures and leave cows in peace.
- Take your rubbish back down the mountain.
The Zzz blog
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