Bradt - Switzerland

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Discover Switzerland through its exceptional public transport system with this thoroughly updated seventh edition of Bradt's guide. Experience the country’s mountains, cities, and culture without needing a car, thanks to its efficient network of trains, buses, boats, and cable cars.

A comprehensive guide to exploring Switzerland by public transport, highlighting its scenic beauty, cultural richness, and eco-friendly travel options.

This guide reveals how Switzerland’s world-class public transport network makes car-free travel not just possible but truly enjoyable. With trains, buses, boats, and cable cars running frequently and comfortably, many locals don’t even own cars. The Swiss Travel System continues to improve, especially around areas like Geneva, making it easier than ever to explore.

Many stunning Swiss sights are inaccessible by road, so using public transport is essential. Over a dozen car-free resorts offer visitors peaceful mountain retreats with fresh air, while walkers and cyclists benefit from nearly 64,000km of footpaths and gentle cycle routes along lakes and rivers.

Written by a railway expert familiar with Switzerland since childhood, this guide is unique in its focus on public transport as the best, most responsible, and most enjoyable way to travel around the country. It also covers culture, architecture, landscapes, walking and cycling opportunities, plus interesting railway facts, money-saving tips for a famously pricey destination, and plenty of advice for food lovers.

Switzerland’s breathtaking landscapes go beyond mountains and lakes, featuring unique attractions like the world’s smallest vineyard, owned by the Dalai Lama. With four official languages enriching its cultural diversity, the country’s cities rank among the most beautiful, safest, and pedestrian-friendly in the world.

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