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Explore Switzerland

From the best places to see to real hidden gems

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I’ve gathered my top places in one free E-Book for you, some are real hidden gems 😊 It took a lot of work but I hope it will inspire you to explore more of this wonderful country and to experience unforgettable „Moments of Switzerland“!

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The Best of Switzerland

Discover Switzerland like never before. Find on this page the best tips of Switzerland recommended by local experts. From day trips & bucket lists to scenic hikes, beautiful wellness hotels, travel & vacations in Switzerland – and much more.

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The Hoher Kasten with the alpine garden, the view over Sämtisersee as well as the Rhine and Lake Constance is a worthwhile destination. Also perfect for a hike.

Hoher Kasten Hike with mountain panorama

Hoher Kasten: Hike with a far-reaching view in the “Alpstein” area An excursion to the “Hoher Kasten” including a hike

View of the beautiful "Rhine Falls Schaffhausen", Europe's largest waterfall.

Rhine Falls Schaffhausen – TOP hike to Europe’s biggest waterfall

A wonderful hike from Rheinau to the “Rhine Falls Schaffhausen”.

The Lewa Savanna at Zurich Zoo is the largest area in the zoo. It offers people a safari experience.

Zurich Zoo: The 7 top attractions for unforgettable moments (2023)

Learn all about the “Zürich Zoo”, one of the most beautiful zoos in Switzerland.

Yverdon-les-Bains is a Swiss town on Lake Neuchâtel. Not only the old town is beautiful, Yverdon is also known as a health resort for its "Centre Thermal Yverdon", the thermal bath Yverdon as well as the great "Neuenburgersee Camping" at La Plage.

Yverdon-Les-Bains Travel Guide: The 12 BEST Sights & Tips (2023)

Yverdon-les-Bains is a Swiss town on Lake Neuchâtel with many surprises.

There are so many ways to name this city: St Gallen, St. Gallen, Saint Gallen, Sankt Gallen Stadt St. Gallen or those who like it shorter "S t".

St. Gallen: The BEST 11 Sights and Activities 2023

St.Gallen has one of the oldest histories in Switzerland and many historic buildings.

The village of Bad Ragaz with its "Grand Resort Bad Ragaz" as well as the Tamina Therme and the Tamina Gorge is worth a visit.

Bad Ragaz: The 8 BEST Things to Do in 2023

Bad Ragaz is a beautiful village in the canton of St.Gallen and has a lot to offer.

Etang de la Gruère or "Étang de la Gruère" (but not Etang de la Gruyere) is a small Swiss lake in the canton of Jura and is located in the Franches Montagnes.

Étang De La Gruère: 5 TOP activities for an unforgettable excursion (2023)

The “Étang de la Gruère” is the largest peat lake in Switzerland perfect for hiking or relaxing.

: La Chaux de Fonds is the city of Swiss watches and famous designers such as Le Corbusier with his Maison Blanche La Chaux de Fonds. The Swiss city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

La Chaux de Fonds: The 15 BEST Places to Visit (2023)

La-Chaux-de-Fonds is famous for Swiss watches and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The city of Stein am Rhein on the border of Lake Constance and the Rhine. Parking in Stein am Rhein there are various paid places.

Stein am Rhein (2023): 5 TOP Ideas & Activities in the Swiss Town

The „Stein am Rhein“ travel guide reveals everything you need to know about the cute Swiss town.

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