Switzerland: main airports
Switzerland is served by several airports: Zurich, the country's main hub, Geneva Cointrin, Bern Belp, Lugano and St. Gallen-Altenrhein.
The country offers iconic alpine landscapes, crystal-clear lakes and cities that combine efficiency, culture and one of the highest qualities of life in the world.
Switzerland: recommended activities
Switzerland: visa and entry requirements
Switzerland is part of the Schengen area: EU citizens can enter with a valid ID card, while other non-Schengen countries can stay for up to 90 days in 180 without a visa if coming from exempt countries (including the US, Canada, Australia).
A valid passport or ID document is required; no passport control applies for arrivals from Schengen countries.
Switzerland: safety
Switzerland is among the safest countries in the world, with violent crime very rare.
Usual precautions apply for mountain activities: always check weather conditions and avalanche bulletins before hiking or off-piste skiing.
Switzerland: health situation
No mandatory vaccinations are required for entry. Tap water is drinkable and of excellent quality throughout the country.
For high-altitude mountain hikes, consider adequate acclimatization and equipment suited to weather conditions, which can change rapidly.
Switzerland: currency, payments and connectivity
The currency is the Swiss franc (CHF), not the euro despite the geographic location: many businesses nonetheless accept euros, but often at an unfavorable exchange rate.
The official languages are German, French, Italian and Romansh, depending on the region. The country is known for the efficiency of its public transport, extensive and punctual.
