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Grand Tour of Switzerland Natural wonders. Tradition and cuisine. Art and culture. Water experiences. Mother Nature has pulled out all the stops in Switzer- Switzerland brims with unique, unusual and amazing The Grand Tour bombards you with the splendour Refreshing, invigorating and as pretty as a picture, Switzer- land – a country blessed with natural wonders that traditions. Four languages and remote valleys have given of its rich, diverse and impressive culture – from architec- land’s 122 glaciers, 6,750 lakes and more than 65,000 km captivate with their pure beauty, sheer power rise to an incredibly diverse array of customs and tradi- tural highlights to outstanding museums of international of rivers and streams make the country a veritable water and grand scale. Many of them are located directly tions. The Grand Tour takes you on a fascinating journey importance and towns steeped in history. wonderland. The Grand Tour makes a splash revealing on the Grand Tour or just a short detour away. through the quirks that make this country tick. waterways from their most spectacular angles. 34 Château de Prangins Nyon 41 Tinguely Museum Basel 47 Rhine Falls Set in romantic parkland and over- Located right on the Rhine, the Europe’s largest plain waterfall is a thunderous, totally captivating looking Lake Geneva, the historic museum shelters the world’s spectacle, with a width of 150 m and a height of 23 m. castle presents Swiss history from largest collection of works by Webcode: 36187 1750 to 1920 in some 40 rooms. Jean Tinguely, one of the most innovative Swiss artists of the Webcode: 36094 20th century. Webcode: 36087 48 Schönenbodensee 53 Jet d’eau 35 Abbey of Saint-Maurice Wildhaus Geneva’s The basilica of the Abbey of Saint- Nestled between the Churfirsten most visible Maurice hides one of Europe’s 42 City of Fribourg and the Alpstein massif, the icon is the richest church treasuries and was More than 200 original gothic heavenly mountain lake is wonder- Jet d’eau, Europe’s UNESCO World Heritage Property 27 Grossmünster church once the spiritual centre of the facades from the 15th century lend fully refreshing on warm summer highest Zurich Burgundy Empire. Fribourg’s Old Town its unique days. charm. fountain Webcode: 36256 Webcode: 204263 1 Zurich spreads out before you at 140 m, Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona 28449 from the tower of the Grossmüns- Webcode: which Visible from afar, the Glarus thrust is defined by a razor-sharp yellow ter. The spectacular view reaches shoots line that slices across the mountain faces of Piz Sardona between Flims across the city rooftops to the water at and Elm. It’s a geological phenomenon of global importance. 56 Water source of Switzerland snow-capped peaks of the Alps. 200 km/h Water, water is everywhere in MySwitzerland.com Webcode: 36517 Webcode: 38276 into the Brugg, situated at the confluence sky. gems. Swiss for search the In of the three rivers that drain 40% The feel of 15 Painted facades Appenzell Webcode: of Switzerland. Tap into the theme 2 7 28 Centre for Photography Switzerland. of Swiss National Park Tremola, old Gotthard Strolling through Appenzell is like stepping into the pages of a picture book. Brightly painted gabled houses 39446 on the refreshing walk from Baden Winterthur touring at home. Beautiful hiking paths and im- Pass road catch the eye, their frescoed facades revealing stories, coats of arms and other motifs. to Brugg. pressive nature trails lead UNESCO Biosphere Classic and contemporary pho- On the southern flank of the Gott- Webcode: 28403 Webcode: 57202 Discover a range of wonderful experiences through pristine wilderness in hard Pass, the cobbled Tremola tography are in the spotlight at this fascinating centre, which along the Grand Tour of Switzerland. Take Tour Grand the Swiss National Park, where road is a serpentine and spec- 12 Entlebuch Biosphere nature always takes centre presents life through the lens. tacular drive. With its breathtaking 57 Hallwyl moated castle a digital drive of the tour for a foretaste stage. With its seemingly never-ending bends, the road is the longest his- 16 Heidi’s village Maienfeld Webcode: 37950 43 moors and rugged karst land- 36 Town of Murten Perched on an island in the River of a packed insight into Switzerland. The torical monument in Switzerland. Fondation Gianadda 49 Ruinaulta Rhine Gorge Webcode: 37658 scapes, the biosphere reserve Bündner Herrschaft is the home The medieval town on the Aabach and looking back on Martigny 54 Bains de la Gruyère e-brochure Swiss Mag allows you to view Webcode: 45836 brims with outstanding natural of the much-loved children’s book German-French linguistic border Sheer limestone cliffs, fir forests almost 1,000 years of history, this 29 Town of Stein am Rhein beauty. character Heidi. The story of This internationally renowned is known for its picturesque and the glittering blue and tur- Take the waters and unwind with is one of Switzerland’s most the highlights on your iPad even before 3 Albula/Bernina the little orphan girl is brought to cultural foundation enthralls with quoise hues of the snaking Rhine Webcode: 36514 This charming little town is Old Town alleyways and relaxed tremendous views of the sur- beautiful moated castles. you set out on the road trip. railway line 8 Matterhorn life in Heidi’s village. famous for its well-preserved its eclectic collection, which arcade strolls. combine to create one of the rounding mountains. This is the ranges from a sculpture park Webcode: 64764 One of the world’s most spec- Shaped like a pyramid and no- Webcode: 45944 Old Town, with beautifully most spectacular landscapes in perfect place for spa time. frescoed facades and half- to archaeological exhibits and Webcode: 28455 the Alps. tacular train rides, the Rhaetian toriously hard to climb, the mighty Webcode: 36994 timbered houses. vintage cars. Railway Albula/Bernina line, is Matterhorn is the world’s most Webcode: 157336 an epic 122-km journey through photographed mountain. Mat- 17 Mountain village of Guarda Webcode: 36240 Webcode: 36108 44 Old Town of Bern magnificent landscapes. terhorn glacier paradise grants 55 Lake Brienz cruises This quintessential Graubünden Few cities have preserved their the most spectacular view of the 50 Ascona lake promenade Swiss Mag. Webcode: 36516 mountain village was awarded the history as well as Bern. With 6 km Natural wonders drift into view Swiss icon. 30 Abbey of St.Gallen 37 Laténium: archaeological MySwitzerland.com/ipad Wakker Prize by the Swiss Heri- of arcades, the city boasts one of Mediterranean flair awaits on the on a relaxed boat ride across museum and park Webcode: 45830 tage Society and has received the Crowned by its baroque cathe- Europe’s longest weather-proof lakefront promenade, which is one the turquoise-green Lake Brienz, “national importance” distinction. dral, the St.Gallen Abbey District Located on the shores of Lake shopping promenades. of the most photographed spots framed by imposing mountains. harbours one of the most beauti- Neuchâtel, the Laténium presents in Switzerland with its brightly Webcode: 36225 Webcode: 39783 ful libraries in the world. reconstructions of submerged Webcode: 36509 painted facades and view of the 20 Absinthe Val de Travers pile-dwellings, and is Switzer- Brissago Islands. Webcode: 36510 land’s most important archaeo- You’ll soon be away with the green fairies at the Maison de l’Absinthe, Webcode: 28462 103_14d_08_ins_app_sommer_15.indd 1 18/12/14 10:33 which gives insight into the once-banned medicinal elixir made from logical museum. UNESCO World Heritage Property wormwood, anise and herbs. Webcode: 37966 51 13 Jungfraujoch Webcode: 143219 Verzasca Valley Well planned, twice as nice. Like liquid jade, the crystal- 4 Muottas Muragl At the highest railway station in 38 La Chaux-de-Fonds / Grand Tour Package UNESCO World Heritage Property Europe, the big three of Eiger, clear green Verzasca river flows The Upper Engadine spreads Le Locle Town Planning & So you want to discover the Grand Tour in nine days? Book the Mönch and Jungfrau seem close peacefully over smoothly pol- Join us on a picturesquely at your feet from the 21 25 Museum of the Swiss enough to touch and a breath- Gruyères town and Watchmaking ished rocks and boulders. It’s package with or without car hire and all accommodation in your chosen summit of Muottas Muragl. The 9 Aletsch Glacier taking view of the Aletsch Glacier show dairy Charters of Confederation La Chaux-de-Fonds was once the a beautiful sight to behold. view of five lakes and imposing hotel category. Find information on the offer with the Webcode 213022. With a staggering 27 billion tons awaits. Near the medieval heart of town, Schwyz world capital of the watchmak- Webcode: 45813 grand tour of Switzerland. mountains is simply breathtaking. of ice, the Aletsch Glacier is the the show dairy reveals the secrets The museum brings the history ing industry. Today, the UNESCO mightiest ice flow in the Alps and Webcode: 42577 Any questions? An unforgettable grand tour of Switzerland starts en route to the Alps. Simply sit Webcode: 41424 in the making of Le Gruyère AOP of the Swiss Confederation and World Heritage Property also the centrepiece of the Swiss Alps UNESCO World Heritage Property back and enjoy a taste of what’s to come at your destination: discreet service, cheese. its myths to life, showcasing the impresses with its unique chess- 52 Château de Chillon Our Switzerland experts are on hand with invaluable advice to help Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World reliability and typical Swiss hospitality. Find out more at swiss.com most important documents from board design cityscape. Montreux you plan your Grand Tour of Switzerland. Contact them from 8am–6pm Heritage Site.
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