Located along the Rhine River bordering France and Germany, Basel, Switzerland thrills visitors with its medieval old town, top museums and classic Swiss dining.
Switzerland
Travel in Switzerland
5 Easy Mountains to Climb in the Alps this Summer
With the help of a mountain guide, anyone in good physical shape can summit these five easy mountain climbs in the Alps.
Heart of Switzerland: Alpine Hiking and Adventure
There’s no better way to explore the Swiss Alps than on foot. From hiking in the Lauterbrunnen Valley to the peaks near Interlaken or the alpine meadows of Schynige Platte, hiking in Switzerland is an activity the whole family can enjoy.
Beyond Zürich: A Grand Tour of Switzerland’s Cantons
From rural alpine chalets to the cobblestone streets of Ascona, Switzerland’s varied landscape has plenty to offer travelers who appreciate good food, obscure wine, and a unexpected conglomeration of European culture.
Cruising the Lakes of Switzerland
Sometimes the best way to see Switzerland is from the deck of a boat.
Traveling by Train in Europe
Who needs to rent a car? Traveling by train in Europe is efficient and cost-effective. From Eurail passes to point-to-point tickets, here’s what you need to know about train travel in Europe.
Autumn in Zurich: Travel in Switzerland
Fall is one of the best times to experience Switzerland’s largest city.
Go World Travel Readers’ Tales
From eating mystery meat in China to meeting a new friend, Go World Travel readers share their adventures.
Traveling Off the Beaten Path in Switzerland
We had expected beautiful alpine villages in Switzerland, but also found a land rich with cultural diversity.
More than Swiss Cheese: Travel in La Gruyère, Switzerland
For centuries, the Gruyère region of Switzerland has been honing its craft — and feeding it to the world.
Photo of the Week: La Gruyère, Switzerland
Climbers create a magical string of lights in this unusual event in the Swiss Alps.
