Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
What to Bring
» Sunglasses and hat Needed year-round; all that snow makes for sharp glare.
» Sturdy walking shoes Should be comfortable, broken in and at least water-resistant.
» Warm socks Needed for summer Alpine hikes.
» Jacket Even in summer, glaciers are cold.
» Sweet tooth A love of cheese helps too.
Arriving in Switzerland
» Zürich Airport
SBB TRAINS - Up to nine hourly to Hauptbahnhof from 6am to midnight.
TAXIS - Around Sfr60 to the centre.
COACHES - During winter ski season, to Davos and other key resorts.
» Geneva Airport
SBB TRAINS - At least every 10 minutes to Gare de Cornavin.
TAXIS - Sfr30-50 to the centre.
COACHES & MINIBUSES - In winter to Verbier, Saas Fee, Crans-Montana and French
ski resorts.
Getting Around
» Trains You can use Switzerland's fast, efficient and integrated railway for your entire
trip.
» Boats Use scenic boats to link your journey, especially on Lakes Geneva, Lucerne and
Zürich.
» Bus The postal-bus system goes where trains don't, is efficient and integrated with the
railways.
» Car More hindrance than pleasure. Hard to park in cities, and many resorts such as Zer-
matt and Wengen are car-free.
 
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