[orangej]

15 April 2023 at 15:31:13 #829579

Hi everyone,

I heard that some public washrooms have fees – how much does it usually cost if you need to use a washroom? Do they only take cash and if so how much (just to know what kind of change to prepare)?

Are there washrooms available in most places including hiking spots? I’ll be going to places like Mount Rigi, Harder Kulm, Lauterbrunnen Valley, Grindelwald First – so wasn’t sure about the accessibility to washrooms.

Thank you!

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[Anna]

15 April 2023 at 16:34:43 #953349

Hi orangej,

Most washrooms and toilets at train stations charge between CHF0.50 to CHF2. These usually only accept coins.

Tourist destinations such as Grindelwald First, Harder Kulm and Mount Rigi all provide free toilet facilities for visitors. If you plan to hike, be aware that toilet facilities are usually not available along the trail but at the start and end of the trail.

Regards,

Anna

[EASW]

15 April 2023 at 19:01:32 #953350

Hi orangej!

We always made sure to have some coins on us traveling around Switzerland last summer. Fortunately, we only ran across one train station that charged for use of the restrooms. We also made use of restrooms at cable car stations, restaurants, etc–all free. As far as hiking in the mountains, if there is a toilet available at the start of the trail, I would suggest using it. As Anna said, toilet facilities are generally not available on the trail and if they are, they are likely to be what we call in the states Port-A-Potties (ToiToi in Switzerland) and in questionable upkeep. 😨

[Yolanda]

16 April 2023 at 5:11:40 #953351

Thank so much for your input EASW.

Kind regards,

Yolanda

[orangej]

19 April 2023 at 1:24:32 #953352

Thanks everyone for your responses!

[orangej]

20 April 2023 at 2:27:08 #953353

By the way, are there water fountains at all of these tourist attractions? I heard the water is clean and drinkable so I assume it’s safe?

[orangej]

20 April 2023 at 2:28:08 #953354

Hi Yolanda,

Are there water fountains at all of these tourist attractions? I heard the water is clean and drinkable so I assume it’s safe?

[Yolanda]

20 April 2023 at 4:31:39 #953355

Hello orangej,

There are many water fountains in Switzerland. I can not guarantee they are in each and every location but you do see them very frequently. Should you see one in operation, the water is drinkable.

Kind regards,

Yolanda