Road trip 101

The best time for the Grand Tour of Switzerland is between April and October. In spring when the snow slowly melts and the passes open up, the mild weather and the road beckon. The months of April and May are perfect for a city break. The summer months are high season for taking the Grand Tour. The best way to experience it is to combine the drive with a hike and then a refreshing dip in one of Switzerland’s numerous lakes. As the days start to take on a slight chill and the leaves turn, autumnal outings and cosy wellness hotels are the way to bask in the season.

On the Grand Tour of Switzerland, obviously. By following the route clockwise the 650 signposts will guide you around the whole of Switzerland. You can use our GPS or offline road maps to guide you. We also have additional information about the sights along the way and the individual segments of the route, and we have tips for excursions as well.

Hop in your car or get on your motorcycle. Don’t have one? Then simply hire one. Prefer green holidays? The Grand Tour of Switzerland is the world’s first road trip for electric vehicles. A dense network of charging stations supplies the entire route, guaranteeing over 1,600km of relaxing, eco-friendly driving pleasure.

The car is ready and your bags are packed? To make sure your trip is enjoyable, you want to stay overnight in places that are right for you. If you like things a little rustic, then Switzerland has a great many campsites and youth hostels. We’ve also put together an overview of all the best places to stay along the Grand Tour of Switzerland. Too many to choose from? Then book one of our packages and we’ll take care of the rest.

In addition to accommodations, meals are the other planning priority. With so many restaurants in Switzerland, you’ll never go hungry.

If you’re taking a road trip for the first time, then you should know that planning is somewhat different from other kinds of trips. In addition to a reliable vehicle, you also need the right gear. We have put together a packing list so you don’t have to stress.

You also need the right tunes for your trip. Find the perfect playlist for each segment, or just listen to our songs the whole way.

Excursions are the perfect way to round off your road trip. Find loads of ideas and choose the ones that speak to you – outdoors, sports, culture, culinary or adventures.

Visit all of our photo spots and share your experience with us on Instagram.

Why take a road trip? Why should you go now? Why Switzerland? We have answers for any questions and seven good reasons why you should do the Grand Tour of Switzerland.