Zurich
Riverside Old Town guild houses, Lake Zurich swim clubs, world-class art museums and alpine day-trip rail hub.
Schweiz · Suisse · Svizzera · Start here for your first trip
Your first trip to Switzerland starts here
In-depth city guides, honest practical advice, sample itineraries and free planning tools, written with first-time visitors in mind (and still handy on your second or third trip). Everything links back to official sources so you can double-check the details that matter.
SBB · CHF 2026
SBB Half-Fare (CHF 120) vs. Swiss Travel Pass Calculator
Toggle your trip length and peak excursions to compare live 2026 2nd-class CHF totals:
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0101 / SBB CFF FFS FARE & COST REALITY (2026 CHF)
Swiss Rail Pass Math & Daily Cost Benchmarks
In Switzerland, paying full point-to-point fare is an expensive mistake. Compare official 2026 SBB pass rules and daily Alpine cost benchmarks before booking:
HALBTAX · 50%
SBB Half-Fare Card (CHF 120)
CHF 120 / 30 days
Cuts almost every SBB train, PostBus, lake boat, AND high-alpine cableway (including Jungfraujoch, Gornergrat, Pilatus, Schilthorn, and Titlis) by 50%. Breaks even on a single Jungfraujoch + Zermatt trip.
STP · ALL-IN-ONE
Swiss Travel Pass (CHF 244–459)
3, 4, 6, 8 or 15 days
100% unlimited travel on SBB trains, boats, PostBuses, 90+ city tram networks, 500+ museums, plus Rigi, Stanserhorn & Stoos included free (50% off most other peaks; 25% off Jungfraujoch above Grindelwald/Wengen).
KINDER · FAMILY
Swiss Family Card (CHF 0 Free)
Ages 6–15 ride 100% free
Children aged 6 to 15 travel completely free across all of Switzerland (including Jungfraujoch and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) when accompanied by a parent holding a Swiss Travel Pass or Half-Fare Card.
MIGROS · COOP · H2O
Supermarket Picnics & Alpine Fountains
CHF 11–16 vs. CHF 42+
Sit-down restaurant entrées average CHF 28–48. Save 60% at Coop or Migros Restaurant hot buffets, and refill bottles for free at 1,200+ municipal village fountains (all tested drinking water unless marked 'Kein Trinkwasser').
0202 / TAKTFAHRPLAN & SCENIC PANORAMA RAILWAYS
Switzerland's 5 Iconic Panorama Trains & Clock-Face Cadence
Switzerland runs on a nationwide clock-face timetable (Taktfahrplan): trains arrive at major hubs just before :00 and :30 and depart minutes later across adjacent platforms (Gleis / Voie / Binario).
SBB CFF FFS TAKTFAHRPLAN · CLOCK-FACE CADENCE REFERENCENational Swiss clock-face schedule (repeating at identical minutes past every hour, 06:00–23:00)
| Cadence | Line / Train | Corridor & Key Hubs | Hub Platform (Gleis/Voie/Binario) | Pass & Tunnel Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| :02 / :32 | IC 1 · InterCity | Genève-Aéroport → Lausanne → Bern (56m) → Zürich HB → St. Gallen | Zürich HB Gleis 31/32 · Bern Gleis 7 | 100% free on STP · Restaurant car |
| :02 / :32 | IC 8 · InterCity | Brig (MGB to Zermatt) → Visp → Spiez → Bern → Zürich HB → Romanshorn | Visp Gleis 4 → Gleis 3 (MGB) | Lötschberg Base Tunnel (34.6 km) |
| :05 / :35 | IC 2 / EC · Gotthard | Zürich HB → Zug → Arth-Goldau → Bellinzona (1h 25m) → Lugano (1h 53m) | Zürich HB Gleis 7/8 · Lugano Binario 2 | 57.1 km Gotthard Base Tunnel (230 km/h) |
| :05 | IR · Luzern–Interlaken | Luzern → Sarnen → Meiringen (Brünig Pass 1,002 m) → Brienz → Interlaken Ost | Luzern Gleis 12 · Interlaken Ost Gleis 4 | 100% free on STP · CHF 0 reservation |
| :08 / :38 | GoldenPass Express | Montreux → Zweisimmen (variable-gauge bogie change) → Spiez → Interlaken Ost | Montreux Voie 5 · Interlaken Ost Gleis 5 | 100% free on STP (CHF 20 seat res. optional) |
| 08:52 / 09:52 | Glacier Express (PE) | Zermatt (1,608 m) → Brig → Andermatt → Oberalp Pass (2,033 m) → Chur → St. Moritz | Zermatt Gleis 1/2 · St. Moritz Gleis 3 | STP covers fare · Mandatory CHF 49 seat res. |
| 08:28 / 13:34 | Bernina Express & RhB IR | Chur / St. Moritz → Ospizio Bernina (2,253 m) → Alp Grüm → Brusio Spiral → Tirano | Chur Gleis 10 · St. Moritz Gleis 3 | Tip: Hourly RhB regional train = CHF 0 res.! |
| Panorama Train / Route | Terminals & Key Engineering | Duration & Elevation | Seat Reservation Fee | Pass Coverage (STP / Half-Fare) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glacier Express PE · ZERMATT ↔ ST. MORITZ | Zermatt – Brig – Andermatt – Oberalp Pass – Chur – Filisur (Landwasser Viaduct) – St. Moritz | 8h 00m · Max 2,033 m | CHF 49 (Mandatory) | Ticket 100% covered by STP (50% w/ Half-Fare); pay seat reservation separately. |
| Bernina Express PE · CHUR / ST. MORITZ ↔ TIRANO | Chur / St. Moritz – UNESCO Albula & Bernina Line – Ospizio Bernina – Brusio Spiral Viaduct – Tirano | 4h 15m · Max 2,253 m | CHF 26–36 (Panorama cars) | Ticket 100% covered by STP (50% w/ Half-Fare). Hint: regular hourly RhB regional trains on the exact same tracks require CHF 0 reservation! |
| GoldenPass Express GPX · INTERLAKEN ↔ MONTREUX | Interlaken Ost – Spiez – Zweisimmen (variable-gauge bogie change) – Gstaad – Montreux Riviera | 3h 15m · Max 1,274 m | CHF 20 (Optional in 1st/2nd; CHF 49 Prestige) | 100% covered by STP; 50% off with Half-Fare Card. |
| Gotthard Panorama Express GPE · LUCERNE ↔ LUGANO | Lake Lucerne paddle steamer (Luzern–Flüelen) + 1882 historic Gotthard crest railway to Bellinzona/Lugano | 5h 30m · Max 1,100 m | CHF 24 surcharge | Boat + train covered by STP (plus CHF 24 panoramic rail supplement). |
| Luzern–Interlaken Express ZB · LUCERNE ↔ INTERLAKEN OST | Luzern – Sarnen – Lungern – Brünig Pass cogwheel climb – Meiringen – Lake Brienz shore – Interlaken Ost | 1h 50m · Max 1,002 m | CHF 0 (No reservation needed) | 100% free with STP & Berner Oberland Pass; 50% off with Half-Fare Card. |
0303 / SWISSTOPO HIGH-ALPINE CABLEWAYS & COGWHEEL RAILWAYS
Peak Excursions: Elevation (m ü. M.) & 2026 CHF Pass Discounts
Mountain railways above inhabited villages charge separate peak tariffs. Use this matrix to see where the Half-Fare Card (50% off) beats the Swiss Travel Pass (25%–50% off):
| Alpine Peak & Cantonal Code | Valley Base → Summit (m ü. M.) | 2026 Full Return | With Half-Fare (50%) | With Swiss Travel Pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe (BE/VS) | Interlaken Ost (567 m) → Eigergletscher (2,320 m) → 3,454 m | CHF 224–249 | CHF 112–124.50 (50% off) | CHF 149–165 (Free to Grindelwald/Wengen, 25% off above) |
| Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (VS) | Zermatt (1,608 m) → Trockener Steg (2,939 m) → 3,883 m | CHF 114–138 | CHF 57–69 (50% off) | CHF 57–69 (50% off) |
| Gornergrat Cogwheel Railway (VS) | Zermatt Bahnhof (1,608 m) → Riffelalp (2,211 m) → 3,089 m | CHF 92–132 | CHF 46–66 (50% off) | CHF 46–66 (50% off) |
| Schilthorn – Piz Gloria (BE) | Lauterbrunnen (795 m) → Mürren (1,638 m) → 2,970 m | CHF 108 | CHF 54 (50% off) | CHF 54 (Free to Mürren, 50% off Mürren–Summit) |
| Mount Pilatus – 48% Cogwheel (LU/OW) | Alpnachstad (436 m) / Kriens → Pilatus Kulm 2,128 m | CHF 78–96 | CHF 39–48 (50% off) | CHF 39–48 (50% off) |
| Mount Titlis Rotair (OW) | Engelberg (1,000 m) → Stand (2,428 m) → 3,020 m | CHF 96–102 | CHF 48–51 (50% off) | CHF 48–51 (50% off; train to Engelberg 100% free) |
| Rigi Kulm, Stanserhorn & Stoos (SZ/LU/NW) | Vitznau / Stans / Schwyz → 1,797 m / 1,898 m / 1,300 m | CHF 78 / CHF 78 / CHF 56 | CHF 39 / CHF 39 / CHF 28 | CHF 0 (100% INCLUDED FREE on Swiss Travel Pass!) |
0505 / FOUR OFFICIAL LINGUISTIC & CULTURAL ZONES
4 Languages, 26 Cantons: How Switzerland Changes Across the Röstigraben & Gotthard
Crossing a mountain pass or rail tunnel in Switzerland switches the station signage, architecture, dining hours, and spoken language within minutes:
DE · DEUTSCHSCHWEIZ (62%)
German-Speaking Plateau & Northern Alps
Grüezi / En Guete
Timber-framed guild houses, punctual IC1/IC8 rail corridors, summer river swimming (Zürich Limmat, Bern Aare, Basel Rhine), and iconic Bernese Oberland peaks.
FR · ROMANDIE / SUISSE ROMANDE (23%)
French-Speaking Lake Geneva, Lavaux & Jura
Bonjour / Bon appétit
Terraced UNESCO Chasselas vineyards tumbling into Lake Geneva, watchmaking valleys in Neuchâtel & Jura, Belle Époque lakeside promenades in Montreux, and international Geneva.
IT · SVIZZERA ITALIANA (8%)
Italian-Speaking Southern Alps & Palm Lakes
Buongiorno / Buon appetito
Just 20 minutes south through the 57 km Gotthard Base Tunnel: palm-fringed piazzas in Lugano and Ascona, emerald stone bridges in Valle Verzasca, and Bellinzona's three UNESCO castles.
RM · RUMANTSCH / GRISCHUN (0.5%)
Romansh Engadin Valleys & High Rhine (Graubünden)
Allegra / Bun appetit
Sgraffito-decorated stone chalets in Guarda and Scuol, larch forests turning gold in October, Swiss National Park in Zernez, and the UNESCO Rhaetian Railway (RhB) viaducts.
0808 / SWISS FIELD MANUAL: ETIQUETTE, RUHEZEIT & TRAIL SIGNALS
6 Unwritten Swiss Rules Every First-Time Visitor Needs to Know
SBB RAIL & LUGGAGE
No Ticket Barriers — 100% Proof-of-Payment & SBB EasyRide
Swiss stations have no turnstiles, but SBB inspectors check tickets on every intercity train. Buy tickets or swipe 'EasyRide' inside the SBB Mobile app BEFORE stepping onto the train (boarding 10 seconds after departure triggers a CHF 90+ surcharge).
CANTONAL GUEST CARDS
Free City Transit & Discounts Included With Your Hotel Night
Overnight guests at hotels, hostels, and campsites receive a free digital Guest Card (Bern Ticket, BaselCard, Geneva Transport Card, Montreux Riviera Card, Lucerne Guest Card, or the canton-wide Ticino Ticket) covering local trams/buses from check-in day.
SAC TRAIL BLAZES
Yellow vs. White-Red-White vs. White-Blue-White Trail Signs
Yellow diamond signs mark easy walking paths (Wanderwege). White-Red-White painted blazes mark Mountain Trails (Bergwanderwege) requiring lugged hiking boots and sure-footedness. White-Blue-White marks technical Alpine Routes crossing glaciers or cables.
RUHEZEIT & SUNDAYS
Sunday Closures, Quiet Hours (22:00–07:00) & Bahnhof Shops
Almost all high-street shops and supermarkets close on Sundays and by 19:00–20:00 on weekdays. Need groceries on Sunday? SBB RailCity stations (Zürich HB, Bern, Geneva Airport, Basel SBB, Lucerne) keep Coop/Migros open until 21:00–22:00 365 days a year.
REGA 1414 RESCUE
Emergency Numbers (112 / 144 / 1414) & Alpine Helicopter Rescue
Dial 144 for medical ambulance, 117 for police, 112 for general European emergency, and 1414 for REGA Swiss Air-Rescue in the Alps. Becoming a CHF 40/year REGA patron or carrying mountain-rescue travel insurance is strongly advised for hikers.
TIPPING & PAYMENTS
Round Up 5–10% at Restaurants · Choose CHF on Card Terminals
Service is legally included in Swiss menus. Round a CHF 46.50 bill to CHF 50 (or add 5–10% for attentive table service) by telling the server the total BEFORE they tap your card. Always select CHF (never USD/EUR/GBP) to avoid 4–7% DCC markups.
0909 / OFFICIAL DIRECTORY: ALL 26 CANTONS & 2,113 MUNICIPALITIES
All 26 Swiss Cantons & 2,113 Municipalities
Complete geographic & SBB rail registry of all 26 Swiss cantons (ZH–JU) and 2,113 municipalities across Switzerland's 4 official linguistic regions.
ZH 408 m → 1,291 m
Canton of Zurich
Zürcher Geschnetzeltes with Rösti, Luxemburgerli, Tirggel honey biscuits
Explore Canton & Municipalities →BE 542 m → 4,274 m
Canton of Bern
Berner Platte, Berner Rösti, Emmentaler AOP, Meiringen Meringues
Explore Canton & Municipalities →VD 372 m → 3,210 m
Canton of Vaud
Papet Vaudois with Saucisse aux Choux IGP, Malakoffs, Vacherin Mont-d'Or AOP
Explore Canton & Municipalities →AG 330 m → 908 m
Canton of Aargau
Aargauer Rüeblitorte (Carrot & Hazelnut Cake), Aargauer Braten
Explore Canton & Municipalities →SG 395 m → 3,247 m
Canton of St. Gallen
OLMA St. Galler Bratwurst IGP (eaten strictly without mustard!) & Bürli roll, St. Galler Biber
Explore Canton & Municipalities →GE 375 m → 516 m
Canton of Geneva
Filets de Perche Meunière, Longeole IGP sausage & Cardons Genevois AOP
Explore Canton & Municipalities →LU 436 m → 2,350 m
Canton of Lucerne
Luzerner Chügelipastete, Luzerner Lebkuchen & Birnenweggen
Explore Canton & Municipalities →VS 372 m → 4,634 m
Canton of Valais
Raclette du Valais AOP, Walliser Trockenfleisch IGP, Cholera pie & Petite Arvine wine
Explore Canton & Municipalities →TI 193 m → 3,402 m
Canton of Ticino
Polenta & Brasato al Merlot in stone grotti, Porcini Risotto, White Merlot DOC
Explore Canton & Municipalities →FR 430 m → 2,389 m
Canton of Fribourg
Fondue Moitié-Moitié (50% Gruyère AOP / 50% Vacherin Fribourgeois AOP) & Meringues with Gruyère double cream
Explore Canton & Municipalities →BL 246 m → 1,169 m
Canton of Basel-Landschaft
Baselbieter Cherries, Kirschtorte & Ziibelewaije (Onion Tart)
Explore Canton & Municipalities →TG 395 m → 991 m
Canton of Thurgau
Thurgauer Süssmost (Apple Cider), Öpfelchüechli (Apple Fritters) & Lake Constance Felchen
Explore Canton & Municipalities →SO 430 m → 1,445 m
Canton of Solothurn
Solothurner Wysuppe (White Wine Cream Soup) & Solothurner Torte (Hazelnut Meringue Cake)
Explore Canton & Municipalities →GR 560 m → 4,049 m
Canton of Graubünden
Capuns, Pizzoccheri, Maluns, Bündnerfleisch IGP, Bündner Gerstensuppe & Engadiner Nusstorte
Explore Canton & Municipalities →BS 245 m → 522 m
Canton of Basel-Stadt
Basler Läckerli, Basler Mehlsuppe & Suuri Läberli with Rösti
Explore Canton & Municipalities →NE 429 m → 1,552 m
Canton of Neuchâtel
Fondue Neuchâteloise, Saucisson Neuchâtelois IGP, Trout au Bleu & Val-de-Travers Absinthe
Explore Canton & Municipalities →SZ 406 m → 2,802 m
Canton of Schwyz
Schwyzer Chäshörnli, Einsiedler Schafböcke biscuits & Muotathaler Alpkäse
Explore Canton & Municipalities →ZG 413 m → 1,580 m
Canton of Zug
Zuger Kirschtorte IGP (Cherry-Brandy Sponge Cake, since 1915) & Zuger Rötel (Lake Char)
Explore Canton & Municipalities →SH 344 m → 912 m
Canton of Schaffhausen
Schaffhauser Bölletünne (Savory Onion Tart),Munot-Chügeli & Blauburgunder Pinot Noir
Explore Canton & Municipalities →JU 364 m → 1,302 m
Canton of Jura
Tête de Moine AOP (rosette-shaved abbey cheese), Damassine AOP plum brandy & Toétché sour-cream tart
Explore Canton & Municipalities →AR 440 m → 2,502 m
Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Appenzeller Cheese, Appenzeller Biberli & Chäshörnli with roasted onions
Explore Canton & Municipalities →NW 434 m → 2,901 m
Canton of Nidwalden
Nidwaldner Ofetori (Potato & Pork Belly Bake) & Stanser Fladen
Explore Canton & Municipalities →GL 414 m → 3,614 m
Canton of Glarus
Glarner Schabziger (Switzerland's oldest branded green herb cheese, 1463), Zigerbrüt & Glarner Pastete
Explore Canton & Municipalities →OW 434 m → 3,238 m
Canton of Obwalden
Engelberger Klosterglocke cheese, Obwaldner Bratkäse & Älplermagronen
Explore Canton & Municipalities →UR 434 m → 3,630 m
Canton of Uri
Urner Häfelichabis (Slow-Braised Cabbage & Lamb/Pork Stew) & Urner Pastetli
Explore Canton & Municipalities →AI 780 m → 2,502 m
Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden
Appenzeller Siedwurst, Appenzeller Biberli, Landsgemeindekrapfen & Appenzeller Alpenbitter
Explore Canton & Municipalities →Where to go in Switzerland
All 10 destinations →Lucerne
Timber Chapel Bridge, frescoed Old Town squares, Lake Lucerne paddle steamers and Mount Pilatus & Rigi.
Interlaken, Grindelwald & Jungfrau Region
Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau peaks, Lauterbrunnen's 72 waterfalls, Wengen, Mürren and Lake Thun & Brienz.
Zermatt & The Matterhorn
Car-free alpine village beneath the iconic Matterhorn pyramid, Gornergrat cogwheel railway and glacier trails.
Bern
UNESCO sandstone arcades, medieval Zytglogge astronomical clock, Rose Garden views and Aare river swims.
Geneva
Jet d'Eau fountain, UN district, CERN Science Gateway, Vieille Ville and Lake Geneva cruises.
Lausanne, Montreux & Lavaux
Château de Chillon, UNESCO terraced Lavaux vineyards, Olympic Museum and GoldenPass Express.
St. Moritz & Engadin Valley
High-alpine lakes, Bernina & Glacier Express UNESCO rail lines, sgraffito villages and sunny trails.
Before you fly: essential guides
All guides →First-Time in Switzerland Checklist: Step-by-Step Trip Planner
Everything to prepare 3 months, 1 month, and 1 week before your first trip to Switzerland.
Switzerland Visa, Passport & Entry Requirements
Passport validity, visa-free stays, electronic travel authorization, and arrival procedures for Switzerland.
Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card & SBB Rail Guide for Switzerland
How high-speed and regional trains work in Switzerland, seat reservations, and when a rail pass saves money.
Swiss City Transit, SBB EasyRide & Free Hotel Guest Cards
Using contactless bank cards, mobile wallets, and city transit passes across Zurich, Lucerne, and the Interlaken–Jungfrau Region.
Airport to City Center Transfers in Switzerland
Fastest express trains, airport buses, and luggage tips on arrival in Zurich and Lucerne.
Luggage Rules on Trains & Station Lockers in Switzerland
Where to store bags on SBB CFF FFS & Panoramic Alpine Railways trains, station left-luggage counters, and automated locker sizes.
Renting a Car & Driving in Switzerland: Permits, Tolls & Parking
When renting a car makes sense in Switzerland, International Driving Permits, highway tolls, and city parking zones.
Money, ATMs & Credit Cards in Switzerland (Swiss Franc · CHF)
Paying with contactless cards vs cash in Switzerland, avoiding dynamic currency conversion, and reliable bank ATMs.
How Much Does a Trip to Switzerland Cost? Daily Budgets
Realistic daily costs in CHF (Swiss Francs) for backpackers, mid-range travelers, and luxury trips across Switzerland.
Things to do by interest
All interests →History & UNESCO Landmarks
Where to experience Switzerland's iconic UNESCO Old Towns, medieval castles, abbey libraries, cathedrals, and guild quarters.
Food, Markets & Regional Cuisine
Where to eat regional specialties, visit morning food markets, and book memorable meals across Switzerland.
Alpine Peaks, Lakes & Scenic Trains
Panoramic train routes, high-altitude trails, glacial lakes, and lakeside villages easily reached by SBB rail and boat.
Art, Design & Museums
World-class galleries, contemporary design districts, and architectural icons across Switzerland.
Ready-made itineraries
All itineraries →7 Days in Switzerland: Zurich & Lucerne Express Itinerary
The classic one-week first-timer route linking Zurich and Lucerne by SBB CFF FFS & Panoramic Alpine Railways, with easy day trips.
10 Days in Switzerland: Zurich, Lucerne & the Jungfrau Region
Ten well-paced days across Switzerland's top three bases (Zurich, Lucerne, and the Interlaken–Jungfrau Region) with regional food and scenic day trips.
14 Days in Switzerland: The Classic Two-Week Grand Route
Our flagship two-week itinerary through Zurich, Lucerne, the Interlaken–Jungfrau Region, Zermatt, and Bern.
Switzerland with Kids: 10-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary
An easy-paced 10-day family route through Zurich, Lucerne, and the Interlaken–Jungfrau Region with interactive museums, parks, and minimal hotel changes.
Switzerland on a Budget: 10-Day Smart Value Route
How to see Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Grindelwald & Jungfrau Region, and Zermatt & The Matterhorn using advance train fares, market lunches, and well-located budget stays.
14 free trip-planning tools
Interactive calculators and planners—see all 14 tools or browse our 800+ Switzerland City Directory.
Trip budget calculator
Estimate a daily and total budget in Swiss francs (CHF) and your home currency by travel style.
Rail Pass value helper
Add up the long-distance rides on your route and compare against the pass price.
Seasonal calendar
Month-by-month weather, blossoms, foliage, festivals and crowd periods.
Packing list generator
A printable checklist tailored to your season, trip length and activities.
Swiss Franc (CHF) converter
Convert Swiss francs (CHF) to your currency at a rate you set, with typical Switzerland prices.
Which region suits me?
Six quick questions to find the part of Switzerland that matches your style.
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How we write our guides
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We focus on the questions visitors actually face: which ticket to buy, how to get from the airport, what to do when a restaurant has a ticket machine.
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