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Lonely Planet Switzerland

Plan the Trip of a Lifetime | Detailed Itineraries & Maps | Insider Tips | Covers Lake Geneva & Vaud, Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land, Jura Mountainsn and more
By Caroline Bishop and Lonely Planet and Nicola Williams and Marc Di Duca and Simon Richmond and Kerry Walker and Anthony Haywood
Series: Travel Guide
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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Switzerland. Discover Switzerland's most popular experiences and best-kept secrets, from following in Mark Twain's footsteps up Mt Rigi for panoramic... Read More
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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Switzerland. Gaze at snow-encrusted mountains, admire masterpieces by Picasso, hike through vineyards, with our classic travel guide that's packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Switzerland.

Discover Switzerland's most popular experiences and best-kept secrets, from following in Mark Twain's footsteps up Mt Rigi for panoramic views to admiring masterpieces by Picasso, Klee, and other modern masters at Sammlung Rosengart; and hiking through vineyards with music, winegrowers, and tasting glass in hand in Sierre.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Switzerland travel guide:

  • Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
  • All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Switzerland effortlessly
  • Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours, and activity-led excursions
  • Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go, and more
  • Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Switzerland
  • Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Lavaux to the Aletsch Glacier
  • Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility, and responsible travel
  • Connect with Swiss culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions

Covers: Lake Geneva & Vaud; Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land & the Jura Mountains; Bern & Bernese Oberland; Valais; Ticino; Central Switzerland; Northwest Switzerland; Zurich & Northeastern Switzerland; Graubunden; Liechtenstein.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Switzerland.

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ISBN: 9781838699604

Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 June 2026

Country: Ireland

Imprint: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Edition: 12th edition

Audience: General / adult

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Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 408g

Pages: 368

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