10 Inspirational Places To Visit In Switzerland
10 Places For Your Swiss Bucket List
We all know that Switzerland is famous for its stunning natural beauty, picturesque towns and rich cultural heritage. From breathtaking mountain ranges to sparkling lakes and charming villages, Switzerland is home to some of the most inspiring places on earth. So how to choose where to go when you fancy exploring?
Well hopefully you get quite a lot of inspiration from @newinzurich but I also checked out the @visitswitzerland App and discovered 10 inspirational places to visit in Switzerland that I’d like to share with you. The Visit Switzerland App brings together beautiful pictures and video scenes and locates them on a map of Switzerland so that you can easily find them. You can find the link on @VisitSwitzerland Instagram.
1 – First Cliff Walk at Grindelwald First
Grindelwald First is a stunning mountain peak in the Bernese Alps which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. It is home to the First Cliff Walk, a suspension bridge that you can walk on and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding snow-capped peaks, valleys, and glaciers. To get there you can take a cable car to the top and there are plenty of activities to enjoy like hiking, zip-lining, mountain carting and even paragliding. You can read all about the First Cliff Walk at Grindelwald First here.
Take a look at this Instagram photo by @wirth.a.trip here:
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2 – Bachalpsee
If you take the cable car up to Grindelwald First, another place to visit is the stunning alpine lake in the Bernese Oberland. You can hike to this lake with its crystal-clear waters which is surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. It is a popular spot for hiking, fishing, and picnicking. You can read all about the Bachlapersee Lake here.
Take a look at this Instagram photo by @kaegiroam below:
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3 – Lavertezzo Ticino
This picturesque village in the Ticino region of Switzerland is famous for its crystal-clear river and its famous Roman stone bridge. It is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing. You can read all about Lavertezzo here. Take a look at this Instagram photo by @tomjordi76 here:
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4 – Blausee
This stunning lake in the Bernese Oberland region of Switzerland is known for its vibrant turquoise coloured waters. It is surrounded by a nature reserve with woods and is home to a variety of wildlife. It’s a great place to go for a stroll around the lake, take a boat trip on the water, enjoy lunch in the on site restaurant, or simply relax and take in the view. You can read all about Lake Blausee here.
Take a look at this Instagram photo by @justmovedtoswitzerland here:
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5 – Pilatus
This majestic mountain peak in central Switzerland offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. It is home to the Pilatusbahn, the steepest cogwheel railway in the world. It is a popular spot for sightseers and for hikers. From the peak you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Alps and Lake Lucerne. You can read all about a trip to Pilatus here. Take a look at this Instagram photo by @miss_tonija here:
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6 – Vineyards in Lavaux
Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, the terraced vineyards in Lavaux are world famous. In fact they are even a UNESCO World Heritage site. They offer stunning views of the lake and the surrounding mountains and are home to some of the best wines in Switzerland. There are plenty of different trails you can take through the vineyards and you can also sample local wines and produce along the way. A couple of charming nearby villages you can visit include St-Saphorin and Lutry. You can read all about the UNESCO World Heritage Vineyards in Lavaux here.
Take a look at this Instagram photo by @agu_photo.ch here:
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7 – The UNESCO World Heritage Viadukt Filisur
This iconic railway viaduct in the Graubünden region of Switzerland is a masterpiece of engineering. It is a popular spot for photography and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
Take a look at this Instagram photo by @dullo_drones here
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8 – Lej Nair near the Bernina Pass
Located in the Engadin region of Switzerland, Lej Nair is a glacial lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains. It is a popular spot for hiking, biking and fishing. If you’re brave you can also go swimming in the lake. Lej Nair is located near Scuol close to the Bernina Pass. You can read all about Lej Nair here.
You can see this Instagram photo of Lej Nair by @cile_68 here:
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9 – The Gorner Glacier near Zermatt
The Gorner Glacier near Zermatt is a the third longest glacier in Switzerland. This stunning glacier in the Valais region, surrounded by snow-capped peaks. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. You can read all about it here.
Take a look at this Instagram photo of the Gorner Glacier by @carim_jost & @aure_fit_mountain here:
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You can see the location of the photo on the map here.
10 – The Rhone Glacier in Valais
This glacier in the Valais region of Switzerland is one of the most accessible in the country. It is a popular spot for skiing and snowboarding and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. It is one of the largest in the Swiss Alps and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. You can take a hike on the glacier or visit the nearby ice cave to experience the beauty of this natural wonder up close.
See this photo of the Rhone Glacier by @theaussieyoko
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You can see the location of the photo on the map here.
So whether you are a nature lover, an adventure seeker, or a culture enthusiast, hopefully you will want to add these 10 inspirational places to your Swiss bucket list!
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