The magic of beautiful places

Bird's eye view of Diessenhofen

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Discover hidden gems? Visit 80 selected villages that represent the cultural and architectural diversity of our country and are included in the Federal Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites (ISOS). These exceptional villages can be found in all cantons and parts of the country and offer wonderful excursion destinations.

Let yourself be inspired! Discover 30 fascinating places and many more unique villages

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The villages along the Grand Tour of Switzerland

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The travel guide with 30 fascinating places

The mini travel guide "30 fascinating places" presents 30 places with unusual stories, thoughtful architecture and soothing spaces. The travel guide is available in German and French.

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The illustrated book with 50 extraordinary places

Discover illustrated portraits of 50 selected places on over 300 pages in a high-quality illustrated book.

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ISOS

ISOS is the Federal Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites of national importance. The inventory is maintained by the Federal Office of Culture (FOC) and lists the most significant settlements in Switzerland. Today, some 1,200 places are included in the inventory, from hamlets right through to cities. The inventory provides information on the development and identity of the settlements listed in it, thereby contributing to the preservation of architectural diversity in Switzerland and promoting both sustainable planning and a high-quality Baukultur.

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