In the heart of Europe lies surreal Switzerland—a mesmerizing and mountainous country of breathtaking beauty. Alpine villages neighbour crystalline lakes, bordered by snow-capped peaks of epic proportions. Outdoor lovers, look to winter for hitting some of the world’s best ski slopes and save summer to journey through romantic meadows. Take a nature break in cozy towns, or explore cosmopolitan, multilingual cities.
Visit Switzerland: get started
See Switzerland in all its glory, from the sublime scenery of the Aletsch Glacier to the capital city of Bern. Go to top places to visit in Switzerland: Geneva for the best Swiss food, Zurich for fascinating history, and the ski resort towns of Interlaken and St. Moritz. Book the best hotels in Switzerland and packages that include rail tours of Switzerland’s top attractions.
Switzerland travel guide
Destination facts
Language
Swiss German, French, Italian and Romansh
What to bring back
Swiss cuckoo clocks, Swiss chocolate (Toblerone, anybody?), a decorative cow bell (the sound of the Alps) and stylish ski gear.
What to eat
Lots of cheese (Vacherin, Appenzeller, Sbrinz, Emmentaler, etc.), chocolate, fondue and dishes influenced by the country’s neighbours (France, Italy and Germany).
Fun fact
The sounds of Switzerland are legendary, defined by romantic mountain folk music composed of accordion tunes, a strange wooden instrument called the alphorn (kind of like a Swiss didgeridoo) and, of course, yodelling. The unique singing style started as a way for shepherds to summon their herds and to call out to neighbouring villages.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
