Mountain Day trips

From the city to the peak and back

Intro

Breakfast in town, lunch at 3,000 metres above sea level and visit to the opera in the evening - only in Switzerland. It will take just a few clicks to book your excursion now, enabling you to travel by public transport according to your own individual schedule, taking in our breathtaking world of mountains and glaciers. Where will your Swiss adventure begin? Choose your town now.

Basel

Situated on the banks of the Rhine, the city has 40 museums and is Switzerland’s cultural capital. Basel is also known for its picturesque old town, as well as its modern architecture. If you want to experience world-class culture and breath fresh mountain air, then Basel is the place for you.

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Bern

Federal capital Bern is known for its unique old town: it has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1983. Fed with water by the surrounding glaciers, the turquoise river Aare curls around the historic town centre. The Bernese Alps really aren’t very far away. This makes Bern the ideal starting point for trips into the mountains, particularly the Bernese Oberland.

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Geneva

The French-speaking city with its landmark “Jet d’eau” water spout impresses with its cosmopolitan flair. The European seat of the UNO and headquarters of the Red Cross, it is also known as the “capital of peace”. Visitors to the city will also find peace in the mountains, which are easily accessed from this outer corner of Switzerland.

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Interlaken

Interlaken lies between Lakes Thun and Brienz in the Bernese Oberland. The three gigantic peaks of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau tower majestically over this holiday destination. The town sits among the breathtaking mountains of the Bernese Alps and is the ideal starting point for innumerable mountain excursions in the region.

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Lausanne

Surrounded by vineyards, the university town on the shores of Lake Geneva is a lively place and a popular venue for conferences. Culture and sport are of major importance in this lakeside town: Since 1993, Lausanne has been home to the Olympic Museum, as well as the headquarters of the IOC. From Lausanne there are many experiences of nature to be discovered.

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Lugano

Lugano nestles in a bay on the northern shores of Lake Lugano. The Mediterranean atmosphere of this town of historical buildings, museums and parks makes it the perfect place to take things easy. Having enjoyed an espresso under the palm trees, why not take a trip to one of the nearby panoramic mountain lookouts? Hiking in the extensive woodlands with sweet chestnut and birch trees is a great experience. A spectacular view of the azure blue waters of Lake Lugano can be enjoyed.

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Lucerne

Situated on the shores of Lake Lucerne, this town is known for its picturesque Chapel Bridge. Take a stroll along the lakeshore in Lucerne and be astonished by the incredible mountain landscape. Lucerne is the perfect starting point for experiencing the mountains. Stunning panoramic vista are guaranteed. The cable car stations can also be accessed by boat.

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St Gallen

St Gallen is famous for the Convent of St Gall with its cathedral and library. This has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1983. The town lies between Lake Constance and the Appenzellerland, at the foot of the Pre-Alps. Thanks to its charming location, St Gallen is the perfect starting point for a trip into the mountains.

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Winterthur

The former industrial city of Winterthur is gaining an increasing reputation as the “in” place. As well as the Sulzer Site, a place where creative ideas become a reality, festivals lend vitality to the old town. There are numerous museums to attract culture lovers. It doesn’t take long to get from the galleries to the mountains – numerous mountain excursions to East and Central Switzerland start from Winterthur.

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Zurich

This cosmopolitan city pulsates with life by day and night. Zurich combines creative urban living with unique natural beauty. The city boasts a wide variety of museums and events. Spectacular views of the mountains are guaranteed from Lake Zurich. If you want to experience Switzerland’s mountains up close and personal, you can do so from Zurich in less than one hour.

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