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This page was last updated by Annika on 29 June 2026.

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The must-knows before you start planning

We can plan & book for you, or we advise while you plan & book.
June-August and late December-February are popular times to visit, but any season can be good.
The weather and temperatures vary greatly by season, altitude, and location.
We recommend getting around by train. It’s much better than driving in most cases.

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Itineraries

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Places

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Practical planning guide

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Page author: AnnikaSince early childhood I've been visiting Switzerland during my holidays and I just fell in love with the country. I spent many summers in the Bernese Oberland, which still feels like my second home, and then started to explore other areas. Traveling, hiking and photographing in the Swiss Alps are my absolute favorite activities.