Alpine Peaks and Lakes

Ideally located on Lake Leman, Geneva has become a thriving metropolis full of cultural events, museums, music venues, and festivals.

Take an afternoon to stroll through the historic center, discovering local monuments and interesting antique shops.

Set on the bank of Lake Leman, this English-style garden boasts many cultural curios, an aviary, and is linked to another two parks.

Decked with flowers and ancient trees, this park also features an 18C mansion and affords wonderful grounds for an afternoon stroll.

A spectacular landscaped park, featuring a splendid rose garden, an 18C palace, picnic areas, and beautiful lawns.

One of Western Europe's largest lakes is lined with settlements, offering a natural respite in the heart of busy cities such as Geneva.

Hike up to the peak to enjoy the views of the countryside below, the splendid Lake Geneva, and the majestic Alps in the distance.

An exceptional historical library, housing ancient manuscripts, clay tablets, papyri , illuminated tomes, and other literary relics.

Switzerland's largest art museum is home to diverse and fascinating collections, including art, icons, jewelry, archaeology, and more.

Sprawling along the bank of Lake Geneva, this vibrant city is full of culture, arts, history, restaurants, and nightlife.

The capital of Switzerland, Bern is a great city with beautiful views of the Alps and a well preserved medieval old town.

With Mont Blanc in the background, this ski resort offers spectacular panoramas of the Alps as well as great skiing tracks.

Offering a good view of Mont Blanc, this trailhead is an excellent start for easy but adventurous walks.

This immense glacier is the most famous of the great glaciers in the Mont Blanc massif.

Spreading over 3,300 ha, this reserve is home to beautiful flora and fauna, as well as rich wildlife.

This suspended paradise offers a panorama over the Chardonnet needle, Mont Blanc, and many others.

This fantastic panorama looks out over the Swiss Alps and the Chamonix Valley.

This mountain provides the most breathtaking view in the French Alps, and can be explored by taking a cable car to its summit.

This snow-covered massif is the highest mountain in the Alps, and is a popular spot for activities such as mountaineering, skiing and more.

One of the best Alpine towns in Switzerland, this popular resort offers great skiing, hiking, mountaineering, and splendid landscapes.

Steeped with traditional Swiss character, the town center offers you an array of cafes, shops, and fun nooks to explore.

With a height of over 3,000m, this craggy mountain shoulder offers breathtaking panorama and boasts Europe's highest open-air railway.

At 3,883m, this formidable mountain offers magnificent views and great challenge for skiers and mountaineers.

An Alpine mountain reaching the altitude of 4,545m, offering a challenge to experienced mountaineers and breathtaking nature.

Dramatically set against the peaks of Jungfraujoch, this astronomical observatory afford breathtaking views of the surroundings.

A popular lakeside town offering a wealth of outdoors activities, historic sites, and easy access to nearby attractions.

Full of architectural curios, statues, temples, and beautiful flowers, this remarkable park is perfect for wandering and exploring.

Enjoy the town's ideal weather as you wander through its charming boulevards, lined with nice shops and featuring pretty lake views.

With its unassuming Renaissance facade belying its worth, this 16C church hosts exquisite murals depicting Biblical and historic episodes.

Strewn with fountains, statues, and various other curios. this beautiful park is perfect for a stroll and hosts occasional concerts.

Situated at the foot of the Alps, this city is home to several remarkable historic landmarks and cultural monuments.

The charming fishing village of Ascona is the perfect resort town, an ideal destination for fans of golf, hiking, and water sports.

Set at the southern tip of the Alps, the Alto Ticino mountains offer excellent views and ideal conditions for hiking and walking.

One of Switzerland's major cities, Lucerne offers a myriad of cultural landmarks, a beautiful lake and a lively, fun, atmosphere.

At 3,883m, this formidable mountain offers magnificent views and great challenge for skiers and mountaineers.

Dramatically set against the peaks of Jungfraujoch, this astronomical observatory afford breathtaking views of the surroundings.

A chic resort town favored by the rich and famous, boasting spectacular nature and year-round outdoor activities.

Wander through the pretty streets of St. Moritz and marvel in the city’s chic atmosphere that attracts jetset tourists every year.

Housed in a lovely rotunda, this museum focuses on the art of Giovanni Segantini, a well-known 19C Realistic Symbolism artist.

Housed in a 19C building echoing Engadine architecture, the museum preserves and presents the decor and culture of rural Engadine.

Ride the cable car to reach the peak at 3,056m above sea-level, where the breathtaking views of the mountains and valleys await you.

Ride a funicular up to the peak to enjoy the breathtaking scenery before you, or head out to explore the mountain's hiking paths.

One of Europe’s most popular mountain resorts featuring some of Switzerland’s most extensive ski slopes.

Switzerland’s oldest town, set on the shore of the Rhine River. Its Old Town is filled with splendid historical buildings.

Tyrol's capital city has it all, from castles and a casino to winter sports, parks, historic churches, and plenty of museums.

Explore cultural traditions of centuries past in exhibits that range from everyday objects, to masks and costumes, to religious art.

Explore the historic heart of Innsbruck, from the beauty of the quintessential Gothic architecture and the sublime Alpine setting.

Dedicated to history and art from around the world, this excellent museum features artifacts and arwork from prehistory to today.

Hidden in this Gothic 16C church is the world famous Mausoleum of Emperor Maximilian, built at the height of Austrian decadence.

Take a boat-ride on Austria's largest lake, lined with towns and surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Austrian alps.

Travel this 19C trail to see the mist-enshrouded beauty of Austria's highest waterfall, dropping 380 m into the Krimmler Ache river.

Visit the Silver Chapel built by Ferdinand II, and admire the beauty of the silver Madonna from which the church gets its name.

The Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum houses a mix of celebrated Dutch and Flemish artwork from the Gothic era

Explore how Ferdinand II converted Ambras Castle into this sublime Renaissance Palace, adorned with rare medieval portraits.

A monument to Olympic ski-jumping competitions, this modern structure by maverick architect Zaha Hadid offers spectacular views.

Comprised by 125 peaks reaching up and beyond 2,000 m, this majestic mountain range is the largest in the Northern Calcareous Alps.

Climb the hidden stairs along the picturesque Wolfsklamm Gorge to visit this 12C complex, the oldest surviving monastery in Tyrol.

The Maria Theresien Strasse offers unparalleled views of Innbruck's Old Town and Nordkette's slopes in a unique Baroque setting.

Experience the natural beauty of Austria's indigenous creatures and admire spectacular panoramic views of Innsbruck.

Discover the jewel of Innsbruck and marvel at the Renaissance palace of Empress Maria Theresa with its beautiful Baroque facade.

This skiing area boasts breath-taking mountain views on all sides. Enjoy your view of the tops via cable car.

With its narrow streets and golden domes, this unique city has a buzzing art scene, lively nightlife and heavenly food.

Bordering Switzerland on Lake Constance, Konstanz is rich in medieval architecture yet also offers numerous modern-day activities.

Stroll along charming narrow streets, admiring old timbered buildings, houses, shops, and cafes.

Enjoy a wealth of water sports, stroll along the shores, or relax on the beach of this picturesque lake.

This island features a wooded park, butterfly house, manicured flower terraces, and exotic plant species such as orange trees.

One of Europe's most popular amusement parks, the whole family will love the variety of attractions and the country-themed areas.

Explore this picturesque monastic island, visiting its quaint villages, Romanesque churches, and of course the 8C abbey.

Surrounded by the Black Forest, Freiburg combines old-world charm and modern-day progress.

Treat yourself to a visit on Lindau, a lovely island in Lake Constance with a rich historical past and present-day charm.

The heart of Swiss commerce, finances, and academia, Zurich boasts museums, galleries, a buzzing nightlife, and a superb atmosphere.

Housing a superb collection of medieval, Impressionist, and modern art, this wonderful museum is a hidden gem for any lover of art.

Discover Zurich’s trendiest art galleries, antique stores and bookshops and you wander through its old town.

One of Switzerland's largest cities, Basel is the country's cultural center with museums, art galleries, and a rich history.

One of Switzerland's major cities, Lucerne offers a myriad of cultural landmarks, a beautiful lake and a lively, fun, atmosphere.