What to do in Swiss Alps

Activities, attractions and tours

Valais
Valais
Gstaad Ski Resort showing snow, mountains and a small town or village
Gstaad Ski Resort featuring mountains and snow
Lauterbrunnen which includes landscape views and farmland

Places to Visit in Swiss Alps

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Top places to visit

1. Lake Lugano

Straddling the border between Switzerland and Italy, Lake Lugano offers the best of both countries. Enjoy its year-round Mediterranean climate and sparkling blue waters while majestic snowcapped mountains beckon in the distance.
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Lake Lugano, panoramic view from the top, switzerland

2. Matterhorn

The Matterhorn is among Switzerland’s most iconic landmarks. The imposing Alpine mountain on the Swiss-Italian border is a snow-capped pyramidal peak reaching 14,692 feet (4,478 meters) of elevation. Visit the quaint village of Zermatt and capture photos of this famous emblem of the Swiss Alps.
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Matterhorn which includes a lake or waterhole, mountains and snow

3. Jungfraujoch

Ride on a mountain train past a glacial world of snowcapped peaks to the Jungfraujoch. Known as the Top of Europe, this glacier pass sits between the mighty Jungfrau and Monch mountains at a height of 11,371 feet (3,466 meters).
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Jungfraujoch showing mountains and snow

4. Engelberg-Titlis Ski Resort

The Engelberg-Titlis Ski Resort is home to Central Switzerland’s tallest mountain, 10,626-foot (3,239-meter) Mount Titlis. Ride the world’s first revolving cable car to the mountain summit where you can dine at one of several scenic restaurants or explore an eerie ice cave. Glide down the slopes and take advantage of the resort’s excellent backcountry terrain. Tour the town’s historic monastery.
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Engelberg-Titlis Ski Resort featuring mountains and snow

5. Verbier Ski Resort

Experience a vacation of outdoor adventures against a backdrop of mountain scenery at Verbier Ski Resort. Ride mellow or thrilling descents in winter. Hike and bike along mountain trails in summer. Admire panoramic views from one of Europe’s highest igloo bars.
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Verbier Ski Resort featuring mountains, landscape views and snow

6. Lake St. Moritz

Lake St. Moritz is an enchanting basin in the heart of a picturesque valley. Green hillsides overlook the placid water, which is known for its connection to the traditional equestrian sport of polo. Admire the spectacular sporting displays on the ice in winter, with a stunning backdrop of white mountains.
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St. Moritz

What to do in Swiss Alps


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Small towns in Europe. Brunnen. Switzerland. Panorama of the town of Brunnen. Traditional Alpine meadows with luscious bright grass. Travel to Europe.

Central Interlaken

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Central Interlaken is known for its captivating mountain views, and you can make a stop by Interlaken Casino and Hoeheweg while in the area.

Central Interlaken
Zermatt, Switzerland street view and snow mountain peaks

Zermatt City Centre

5/5(15 area reviews)

The luxurious spas and stunning ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Zermatt City Centre. A stop by Matterhorn Museum or Zermatt - Furi might round out your trip.

Zermatt City Centre
Lake Lugano Switzerland

Lugano City-Centre

5/5(5 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Lugano City-Centre for its lake views, but many stay to explore sights like Lake Lugano and Via Nassa. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Lugano Funicular Station.

Lugano City-Centre
Near the Château de Chillon

Montreux City Centre

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Montreux City Centre is known for its panoramic lake views, and with sights like Place du Marche and Freddie Mercury Statue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Montreux.

Montreux City Centre
Scenic panorama sunset landscape of Crans-Montana range in Swiss Alps mountains with peak in background, Crans Montana, Switzerland.

Montana

Montana is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Casino de Crans-Montana and Montana - Cry d'Er Gondola.

Montana
Lueur du soir

Randogne

Randogne is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Violettes Express Gondola and Miniature Train Museum.

Randogne

 

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