Top short trip destinations in Switzerland

Switzerland borders Germany directly to the south and is therefore ideal for a short vacation. And despite its small size, the Alpine country really has a lot to offer as a holiday destination: a breathtaking mountain world, huge lake landscapes and numerous historically intact cities and towns.

With its international airport, Zurich can be easily reached from all parts of Germany within an hour and a half by plane. Due to the proximity to the German border, a short trip to Switzerland's largest city from southern Germany is also possible by car.

Zurich is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The picturesque location on the Limmat River and at the northern end of Lake Zurich make Zurich one of the most livable cities in Europe. Zurich is also an extremely beautiful city. A large part of the old town is still preserved in its historical condition.

Located directly behind the German-Swiss border, Basel is ideal for a short trip. Basel is also one of the most beautiful historical cities in Europe. Highlights among the sights of the city on the Rhine are the 800-year-old Basel Cathedral and the Red Town Hall from the 16th century.

But Basel is also a city of modern architecture. Numerous modern buildings stand in interesting contrast to the historical buildings. The border town is worth a trip, especially for art lovers. Here world-famous art museums meet a young and dynamic art scene.

With an area of ​​114 square kilometers, Lake Lucerne is not the largest lake in Switzerland, but perhaps the most beautiful and interesting. The location of the lake in central Switzerland is spectacular. It is surrounded by numerous mountains, some of which are among the most famous in the country. Accordingly, in many places Lake Lucerne seems more like a fjord than an Alpine lake.

A boat trip on the lake is one of the most beautiful experiences in Switzerland. Five historic paddle steamers and 15 saloon motor ships take you to all the places on the lake at any time of the year. You should definitely see picturesque Lucerne, which is one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland with its old squares, churches and bridges.

Lake Geneva is the largest and most water-rich lake in Central Europe and definitely one of the most beautiful. Its location against the backdrop of the high peaks of the Western Alps is spectacular. A boat trip on the lake is therefore one of the most scenic experiences in Switzerland.

The shores of Lake Geneva are also wonderfully beautiful. Here, picturesque places alternate with vineyards and castles. The city that gives the lake its name: Geneva is definitely worth a visit. Geneva is not only a charming city, but is also known as the “smallest metropolis in the world” as the headquarters of numerous international organizations.

The Engadin high valley, located in the canton of Graubünden, has always been one of the most famous holiday regions in Europe. As early as the 19th century, the rich and famous from all over Europe came here to enjoy the wonderful nature of the Eastern Swiss Alps.

It's not for nothing that the small town of St. Moritz is considered the cradle of winter sports. The Engadine is still one of the most popular ski areas in Switzerland today. But even in summer, the high valley with its breathtaking mountains is a paradise for hikers, mountain bikers and many other athletes.