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Switzerland is very unusual because it has four official languages: German (the most used, in 2/3 the nation), French, Italian, and Romansch. Expect those languages spoken mostly near the borders of those countries and [[Switzerland]], except Romansch, an isolated tongue used in Graubunden in eastern [[Switzerland]] | Switzerland is very unusual because it has four official languages: German (the most used, in 2/3 the nation), French, Italian, and Romansch. Expect those languages spoken mostly near the borders of those countries and [[Switzerland]], except Romansch, an isolated tongue used in Graubunden in eastern [[Switzerland]] | ||
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Highways go in through twisting mountain passes, from those countries as well. | Highways go in through twisting mountain passes, from those countries as well. | ||
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Rail is probably the best way to get around. With the awesome scenery, you'll probably rather concentrate on it rather than driving, but driving will work fine too, but prepare for some steep roads and tight curves in some areas. | Rail is probably the best way to get around. With the awesome scenery, you'll probably rather concentrate on it rather than driving, but driving will work fine too, but prepare for some steep roads and tight curves in some areas. | ||
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* The Pre-historic pile dwellings of the Alps are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The UNESCO listing is shared with [[Austria]], [[France]], [[Germany]], [[Italy]] and [[Slovenia]]. | * The Pre-historic pile dwellings of the Alps are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The UNESCO listing is shared with [[Austria]], [[France]], [[Germany]], [[Italy]] and [[Slovenia]]. | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:34, 19 September 2024
The Swiss Alps are in Switzerland, stretching over several regions.
[[4940 - Mürren-Gimmelwald - The view of the Eiger and Jungfrau from Gimmelwald. Zermatt view of the matterhorn-1- - View of the Matterhorn from town during the summer
Contents
Regions of Swiss Alps
Bernese Highlands Central Switzerland Graubünden|Graubünden Alps Valais }}
Cities
- Thun
- Davos
- Chur
- Interlaken
- Lucerne
- Brig
- St. Moritz
More Destinations
- Gimmelwald
Swiss Alps Halal Travel Guide
Local Languages
Switzerland is very unusual because it has four official languages: German (the most used, in 2/3 the nation), French, Italian, and Romansch. Expect those languages spoken mostly near the borders of those countries and Switzerland, except Romansch, an isolated tongue used in Graubunden in eastern Switzerland
Travel to Swiss Alps
Trains run to the three biggest cities: Geneva, Berne, and Zurich many times a day from big cities in neighboring countries (Paris, Milan, Venice, Frankfurt, Munich and Vienna)
Highways go in through twisting mountain passes, from those countries as well.
Get Around
- See also: Driving in Switzerland
Rail is probably the best way to get around. With the awesome scenery, you'll probably rather concentrate on it rather than driving, but driving will work fine too, but prepare for some steep roads and tight curves in some areas.
What to See
- The above-mentioned cities
- Bernese Highlands, many would consider the best of the Alps, with the towns of Interlaken, Murren, and Gimmelwald
- The Matterhorn near Zermatt
- The Pre-historic pile dwellings of the Alps are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The UNESCO listing is shared with Austria, France, Germany, Italy and Slovenia.
What to Do
- Winter sports in Switzerland
- Hiking, mountain biking, mountaineering
Halal Restaurants in Swiss Alps
- Traditional fondue
Stay Safe
News & References
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- Geneva
- Basel
- Lugano
- Schaffhausen