10 AMAZING PLACES TO SEE IN SWITZERLAND

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Switzerland is a land of great alpine landscapes, green meadows, crystalline lakes, medieval cities and fairytale towns, where in addition to enjoying nature to the fullest, visiting castles and palaces, you can not miss trying its delicious cuisine, which include its famous chocolates and cheeses.
We have made a list of 10 amazing places to see in Switzerland, based on the experience of our trip to Switzerland in 5 days. We start!

1. Lucerne

Lucerne, bathed by the Lake of the Four Cantons is one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Europe. The most prominent place in the city is the Kapellbrücke, the chapel bridge, a beautiful wooden bridge of the fourteenth century, which you can not miss and that next to the Lucerne Cathedral and the monument to the dying lion, are some of the visits that you can't stop doing in the city.
Although the best way to get to know Lucerne always happens to lose yourself aimlessly through its historic center, full of alleys, charming squares and buildings with beautiful facades.
A good way to not miss anything important about the city is to follow this list of places to see in Lucerne.

Lucerne

2. Interlaken

In this valley surrounded by large alpine mountains, such as the spectacular Jungfrau, is Interlaken, the city between lakes and one of the places to see in Switzerland. More than visiting the city, what is really worth it is the natural environment that surrounds it, with the Thun and Brienz lakes at the head. Taking a boat trip on the lakes, hiking or biking trails, are just some of the most popular activities in this area.
And if you have an extra day, you can not miss the beautiful villages of Brienz and Thun, on the banks of their respective lakes.

Interlaken

3. Bern

Bern, besides being the capital, is for us the Switzerland's prettiest city. Starting the visit to the city through the Rosengarten viewpoint is the best way to enjoy this medieval wonder that borders the Aare River.
The old part of Bern, which retains its medieval architecture, is a World Heritage Site and therefore, one of those places that is worth visiting and you should not miss out on anything in the world. In addition, this area is full of magnificent fountains, sandstone buildings, towers and churches such as the Bern Cathedral, one of the many wonders of the city.
To make a route through the city you can follow this list of places to see in Bern essential.

Bern

4. Chillon Castle

Chillon Castle was our first visit of the trip and without any doubt, it is one of the most essential places to see in Switzerland. Built on the shores of the spectacular Alpine Lake Geneva, we assure you that you will not be able to take pictures of all perspectives.
Its origins date back to the 10th century and it is worth spending at least two hours to visit its interior on a route that will take you to many of its rooms, its prison and defense sites, in which the entire interior is in a magnificent state of conservation. In addition, from the castle towers, the views of the lake are spectacular, giving you the best end of the visit, without a doubt.

Chillon Castle

5. Lauterbrunnen Valley, one of the essential places to see in Switzerland

If we had to stay with a swiss landscape, we would choose the Lauterbrunnen Valley with its 72 waterfalls, among which the Trümmelbach Falls, the largest underground waterfall in Europe.
In this valley there are many activities related to nature, among which it is famous to take the funicular and go up to the beautiful village of Murren, full of wooden houses overlooking the Alps and places full of charm, which will make you believe that At any time you will meet Heidi in a corner.

Lauerbrunnen Valley, one of the essential places to see in Switzerland

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6. Freiburg

Located on a rocky mountain and surrounded by cliffs, this medieval city is another jewel that there is what to see in Switzerland. This city that crosses the Sarine River and divides the upper and lower part, stands out for an old town full of Gothic facades from the 15th century, in which the cathedral of San Nicolás stands out. In addition to the 15 bridges that cross the river, including the beautiful Pont du Milieu and Pont du Berne, its medieval fountains stand out in many of its squares. A walk along the lower part overlooking the river and the beautiful houses on the shore is one of the things you can't do in Switzerland.

Freiburg

7. Zermatt

Everything in Zermatt revolves around one of the most famous mountains in the world, the Matterhorn or the Matterhorn. Paradise for mountaineers, hikers and skiers worldwide, with the highest ski resort in Europe, Zermatt, free of motor vehicles, has a wide range of excursions and activities thanks to its trains and cable cars.
The route of the 5 lakes overlooking the Matterhorn, is one of the most famous and recommended, in addition to that of the rack railway, which climbs to the top of the Gornegrat overlooking the great Alpine peaks.
A convenient way to visit all these places is to make a route through Switzerland by train with the Swiss Travel Pass.

Zermatt

8. Gruyères

Gruyères, famous for Gruyère cheese, is a small medieval town full of beautiful corners. It is located on a hill where its thirteenth-century castle stands out and a square that crosses almost the entire town. One of its most amazing places is the H. R. Giger Museum, creator of the Alien movie figures. If you do not want to visit the museum, you can have a drink at the bar, where very alien aesthetic will receive you with open arms.
Of course, after that stop at the bar, do not leave without entering any of the restaurants in the city, it would be a sin to leave Gruyères without eating a raclette or a fondue. We went to the Chalet Gruyères restaurant and we have to say it was delicious.

Gruyères

9. Zurich

Zurich overlooking the Alps and on the banks of a lake, is the largest city in Switzerland. Multicultural city with a great offer for lovers of art, leisure and good quality of life, where you can take a boat trip on the Limmat river or the lake of Zurich, get lost in the neighborhood of the old town of Niederdorf, enter The Grossmünter with its twin bell towers or visiting one of its many museums and art galleries, are just some of the many things to do in Zurich.

Zurich

10. Rhine Falls

The Rhine Falls, located in northern Switzerland, near the border with Germany, have the largest waterfall in Central Europe. The waterfalls 150 meters wide and 23 high are surrounded by viewpoints that will allow you to see them up close and hear the deafening roar of the water. In the middle of the waterfall there is a huge rock that has resisted the great erosion of water, where you can access by boat and from above, feel the full force of nature.