Dramatic snow capped peaks are mirrored in idyllic crystal clear lakes whilst the pretty villages and towns offer plenty of sights and a warm Swiss welcome. Each region has a distinct cultural flavour, which is reflected in the variety of food, drink and customs.
The superb Swiss transport system runs as smoothly as Swiss clocks, giving you the opportunity to experience all that Switzerland has to offer!
Switzerland fact file
General
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Currency
Euros
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Passports and visas
- You will require a full British passport valid for the length of your stay. EU citizens can travel up to the expiry date of their passports.
- No visa is required.
- Please check this information as requirements are liable to change.
Travel
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Flight time
Approx. 1.5-2hrs -
Fly from
Birmingham, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Manchester, Edinburgh
Weather
| daily temperature | daily sunshine | monthly rainfall | |
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| May | 19°C | 8hrs | 6.8cm |
| Jun | 23°C | 9hrs | 8.9cm |
| Jul | 25°C | 10hrs | 6.4cm |
| Aug | 24°C | 9hrs | 9.4cm |
| Sep | 21°C | 7hrs | 9.9cm |
| Oct | 14°C | 4hrs | 7.2cm |
Best of Switzerland holidays
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Interlaken
Set against the backdrop of the magnificent peaks of the Bernese Oberland and the pearlescent lakes it sits between, Interlaken is an unbeatable location for exploring this stunning area with a fabulous...
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Zermatt
The majestic Matterhorn dominates this attractive town and gives Zermatt one of the most impressive resort locations in the world. Wooden Valaisan farmhouses, narrow streets decked with colourful flowers,...