{"id":8174,"date":"2019-05-18T10:45:31","date_gmt":"2019-05-18T10:45:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/switzerland-in-a-week\/"},"modified":"2022-07-11T20:36:41","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T20:36:41","slug":"switzerland-in-a-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/europe\/switzerland-in-a-week\/","title":{"rendered":"Experience the Best of Switzerland in a Week"},"content":{"rendered":"

Switzerland<\/a> is packed with a diverse landscape – soaring Alps, breathtaking mountains and glaciers, clear turquoise lakes, picturesque countryside, and endless green fields. Sandwiched between other big European nations, Switzerland tends to live in the shadow of its neighbours. However, that intrigued me to see some of the best places to visit in Switzerland with my own eyes. Here\u2019s a Switzerland\u00a0itinerary to help you experience the best of the country in just one week.<\/p>\n

A Week-Long Switzerland Itinerary<\/h2>\n

\"\"See the Matterhorn by cable car<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"MatterhornNo Switzerland itinerary is complete without seeing the famous Alpine peak, the Matterhorn. Standing at 4,478 metres high, the Matterhorn attracts keen mountaineers from around the world to ascend to its summit. Non-mountaineers or amateurs like I can still enjoy the view from viewpoints in Klein Matterhorn in Zermatt<\/a>.\"KleinKlein Matterhorn means \u2018Little Matterhorn\u2019. It is a 3,883-metre ridge in between the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa massif. It comes with an outdoor viewing platform as well as an indoor panoramic window to view many peaks of the Swiss and Italian Alps. You can also find a cross on Klein Matterhorn \u2014 sometimes covered in frost.\"CrossKlein Matterhorn\/CC by 3.0\/<\/span><\/em>Jean-Marc Bolfing<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Klein Matterhorn is the highest cable car station in the Swiss Alps. The cable cars take skiers and snowboarders to the surrounding mountains during winter and hikers during spring and summer. I didn’t get a chance to ski when visiting Matterhorn because I preferred to spend more time exploring the old towns. However, skiing is possible throughout the entire year. In summer, you just have to wake up earlier because ski resorts usually close mid-day. Hotel J\u00e4gerhof<\/a> in Zermatt is highly recommended if you want to stay close to the Matterhorn \u2014 it’s only five minutes away!\"A\"Klein<\/p>\n

Experience Jungfrau by cogwheel train<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Situated in between the mountains of M\u00f6nch and Jungfrau is another Alpine attraction and viewpoint \u2013 the Jungfraujoch. From Jungfraujoch, I could enjoy the panoramic views of the \u2018Big Three\u2019 – Jungfrau, M\u00f6nch, and Eiger \u2013 dominating over rolling green meadows and steep mountain trails. Apart from the viewing point, Jungfraujoch has a weather station called Sphinx which has restaurants, souvenir shops, and indoor viewing terraces. Perhaps the most notable and famous is their ice palace, carved entirely by hand. This definitely deserves a place on your Switzerland itinerary.\"Ice\"HandcarvedThe views from Jungfraujoch are spectacular, but the trip from and to Jungfraujoch on a cogwheel train is just as stunning. Jungfraujoch is the highest train station in Europe, and the rail tracks leading up to the station pass through the snow-capped mountains and some green and flowers in spring.\"CogwheelSet amidst these towering mountains lies Interlaken, a rustic town that has become a popular base to visit Jungfraujoch and its neighbouring towns such as Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. Because of the encircling mountains, Interlaken is also known as one of the thrill-seeking capitals of the world where paragliding and skydiving are offered as alternative activities on your Switzerland itinerary to experience the magnificent scenery of Jungfraujoch.\"Interlaken,<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Explore historical Lucerne <\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"DinersBesides Alpine mountainous scenery and rides, there’s also plenty of postcard-perfect historical towns and cities in Switzerland \u2014 one being the charming Lucerne<\/a>. I really like Lucerne for its rustic Medieval charm. One of my favourite attractions in Lucerne is the 14th<\/sup>-century wooden bridge Kapellbr\u00fccke, also known as the Chapel Bridge. Since I went in spring, the bridge was covered in blooming flowers. If you are headed for Lucerne in winter, the bridge will be covered in thick snow, making it look magical!\"TheThe bridge is connected to a fortified water tower, Wasserturm. Both Chapel Bridge and Wasserturm are the icons of Lucerne. Hanging from the roof rafters inside the covered bridge are the 17th-century pictures of the town\u2019s history and patron saints.\"AI love how sweet and small Lucerne is. It was very easy to explore the old quarter and main sights of Lucerne as they were all within walking distance of the railway station. I also recommend you make space for a cruise on the scenic Lake Lucerne as part of your Switzerland itinerary. I didn’t have the chance to take one myself but I have heard raving reviews.\"LakeLake Lucerne \/CC by 3.0 \/<\/span><\/em>Bob Israel<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Drive around Lake Geneva<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Lake Geneva<\/a>\u00a0is shared between Switzerland and France. One of the ways to explore it is to hop on a cruise that stops at all the major towns on the lake: Geneva, Nyon, Lausanne, Vevey, Montreux and the castle of Chillon. The locals advised me to drive around the lake instead, crossing the borders of Switzerland and France.\"JetOne of the highlights of my trip around Lake Geneva was the Jet d’Eau \u2014 a famous large fountain located near the southernmost tip of the lake. Jet d’Eau projects 500 litres of water into the air every second. At night, you can see the fountain blasting water, coloured by vibrant reflections from the lights nearby.<\/p>\n

One of the cities around Lake Geneva, Vevey, was the final home of Charlie Chaplin. I went all the way to Vevey because I wanted to see the famous Fork of Vevey on the shores of Lake Geneva. Nestle’s Headquarters also reside here, and the giant stainless-steel fork is part of Nestle’s Alimentarium Museum\u2019s permanent exhibition.\"Fork<\/strong><\/p>\n

Eat fondue and r\u00f6sti<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Switzerland tourism may be best known for its snow sports but it also boasts some warming culinary dishes that you won’t want to leave without trying. If you\u2019re skiing in Switzerland, don’t forget to order cheese fondue at the ski resorts or alpine chalets. This iconic Swiss dish consists of a big communal pot of melted cheese, wine and garlic of which people dip bread into. After surviving harsh cold weather, some warm, savoury cheese is all you really need.\"SwissAnother iconic dish in Switzerland is r\u00f6sti, thinly-grated potatoes fritter, pan-fried until crisp and golden. It used to be the staple food for farmers in Bern as a breakfast dish but r\u00f6sti is now commonly available in Swiss restaurants as a side dish.<\/p>\n

\"\"Where to stay in Switzerland<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You can stay in Zermatt to see the Matterhorn and to explore the ski town, or stay in Lucerne to explore the old town and travel to nearby Interlaken to experience the Jungfrau region.<\/p>\n

Switzerland may be rated the most expensive country in the world, but with a bit of thorough research on the accommodation options, you will be able to find one that suits your budget and style.<\/p>\n

I stayed in Le-Petit CHARME INN<\/a>\u00a0during my stay in Zermatt for its friendly room rate. I also rather enjoyed my stay with The Tourist City & River Hotel<\/a> in Lucerne as it has a strategic location, surrounded by plenty of the best things to do in Switzerland, and yet remains affordable.\"Le-Petit\"The<\/p>\n

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