SWITZERLAND TRAVEL TIPS: Top 17 Things To Know Before You Visit Switzerland

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“…you are gonna be looking like a tourist, but it’s ok, you are a tourist.” I love it. So refreshing to hear this. I hear often people say, “don’t do this, don’t do that, you’re gonna look like a tourist.” Well, when I visit other countries, I’m there to explore and enjoy myself. I’m not there to pretend that I’m a local.

As a Swiss I must say, that this is one of the nicest informative vids I've seen on YT. You cover all the basics a tourist needs to know. Thank you :)

I went to Switzerland, Geneva for the first time in 2019, cant wait to go back. One tip I discovered: you can get a free travel pass from your hotel or hostel, which can be used on buses, trains and water taxis, for the whole of your stay :)

Thank you that you bring out country closer to your followers! It’s always a pleasure to welcome tourists from all over the world in Switzerland! Even when the Swiss Franc is stronger than ever…

I'm traveling to Switzerland on a few days, and your video was the most helpful I've seen! not even on my native language! you simply make it look like so easy!

Very nice guide. I have been going to Switzerland once or twice a year since 1999 for work and agree with much of what you have said, particularly about buying chocolate in the supermarket (COOP and Migros). For food you forgot Rosti! Never forget Rosti which you can often get with raclette on top of it. Switzerland is also very seasonal for food. In the spring you will see Spargle, white asparagus, everywhere from salad to soup to main course sides. In the fall you get game season which is a carnivore's delight. Different regions will put their own twists on fondue and some areas have specialties such as the double cream and berries in Gruyeres. I am often near Biel and am a big fan of perch/egli fillets from the lake prepared in a variety of styles. With fondue and raclette you MUST drink wine or something to assist with digestion. Tea also works I am told but I tend to rely on white wine and kirsch. If you do not the oil from the cheese will congeal into a death ball plug in your digestive track leading to an emergency visit to a pharmacist to get something to "release" the blockage after several days. I had a coworker who didn't take the advice and paid for it just as I described. Also, as an American not used to raclette or fondue you should stick to only ONE in a week. True cheese addicts may be fine but most Americans are simply not used to eating that much hot cheese, let alone multiple times in a week. Having raclete on a rosti or burger is one thing, having plates and plates of cheese is another. The best Swiss wines in my experience tend to be whites from near Neuchatel. Excellent reds from across Europe though are always available. Always keep your passport on you. I had to remind a young coworker on his first visit of this and am glad I did as we encountered a police roadblock up in the Jura near the border looking for people moving across Europe from outside Europe. Weather... yes it can get hot in the summer. In addition air conditioning is NOT common there. Our Swiss office was moved into a new building and renovated about 12 years ago and they voted NOT to have AC. Luckily with a new generation in the office they voted again recently and had it installed just before the July 2022 heat wave. Many times I have been there and they just open the windows in offices and in hotels. Big hotels in Zurich and Geneva may have AC but most other ones do not. Windows also have NO SCREENS so be ready for moths to fly into the room. The windows though are excellent and often can both swing or tilt depending on how you turn the handle, try it out. Money, yes the Swiss Franc is the currency. While cards are commonly taken there are still many places where they are not so you should always carry cash on you as well. In addition the largest Swiss coin is 5 Francs. (roughly 5.25 USD). The smallest paper is 10 Francs. This means as an American who never thinks about coins you are going to start building up a couple pounds of change in 1, 2, 5 and smaller factional franc quantities. Make certain to use them but also try to keep some handy as it is not uncommon to encounter a bathroom where you must pay, particularly in larger train stations. You also can use coins for the luggage lockers in train stations which are critical should you be stopping in an area for just a couple hours before heading one elsewhere.

Thank you for doing tips. This list is what I've been searching for all in 1 video. You videos have been super helpful.

In order to make sense of the Swiss transportation pass: it's good on all the public transportation run by the State, be this the train, the yellow coach busses, the ships on the lakes or even the tramways and busses in some cities. What is not included are the numerous privately owned cable cars and some minor local and hence private trains, but with the swiss travel pass you might still get a reduction.

This Video is absolutely great. I am from Switzerland and i have to say... Thank you. You pointed out whats important and nessecary. Again....Thanks

Great video, Guys! Love sitting down and catching up on your videos and taking notes!! Our trip can't come quick enough!!!!

Yay, thanks guys! Going in blind this August, currently but feel better after this video.

Planning our trip this summer! The info about the adapter is very helpful, thanks for this!

Perfect tipps! You can drink water from any tap or fountain unless there is a warning sign. But as a Swiss, I strongly advise you not to drink from waterfalls, creeks, rivers…

what an accurate report about my homeland ... thank you !

thanks for posting this video, Switzerland is a great country to travel in, especially if you're looking for beautiful scenery and plenty of outdoor activities. The Alps cover a large area of the country and offer some of the most stunning mountain views in Europe. My Federer, Thanks Federer, want to see you in Wimbledon 2022 with a trophy, you are the greatest of all the time.

This seems to be a very interesting place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!

Great. Thank you so much... It's really helpful and necessary for all the tourists...

Thank you for posting this video, handy tips covering the most important topics. I´m going to travel to Switzerland in the next few days and the transportation tip helped a lot.

Another fantastic video from you both.... You are now my #1 go to travel experts !!!!. Max. Australia.