The must-knows before you start planning
- Late June to August and late December to March are popular times to visit. The best time for you might be different.
- The weather varies a lot by the season, altitude, and location. Bring multiple thinner layers of clothing to be prepared for any temperature.
- The only official currency is the Swiss franc.
- Getting around by train is recommended and often easier than driving.
- Switzerland has 4 official languages: German, French, Italian, and Rhaeto-Romanic. You can mostly get around with English.
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