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12 Check Points of Switzerland

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Mountain Titlis

MountainTitlis from glacier to lake Mt. titlis and loke trudsee - go where the action is treat yourself to an unforgettable day out with snowslides rowung and kick-scooter -or relax and savour the breathtaking 360° alpine paronama a trip in the ice flyer glacier chair lift a stroll through the Glacier Grocier park fun in the snow slides at the Glacier park : all this and more at 3,000 met... read more

Chapel Bridge

Chapel Bridge, known locally as Kapellbrücke, was constructed in 1333 and holds the distinction of being the oldest covered wooden footbridge in Europe. Spanning the Reuss River at the heart of Lucerne, it serves not only as a pedestrian crossing but as a vivid “walkable timeline” of Lucerne’s rich history.
What truly sets the bridge apart are the series of triangular painti... read more

Staubbach Falls

Staubbach Falls is among the most breathtaking natural wonders in Switzerland and draws visitors from around the globe. At nearly 300 meters high, it ranks as one of Europe’s tallest free-falling waterfalls, dominating the picturesque Lauterbrunnen Valley — famously called the “Valley of 72 Waterfalls.” Surrounded by towering alpine peaks, the waterfall offers spectacular v... read more

Bern Old Town

Bern Old Town, founded in 1191, rises majestically above a loop in the river Aare, bearing witness to the ambitious scale of urban development in medieval Europe. Declared UNESCO World Heritage in 1983, the Old City delights visitors with its pleasant, relaxed charm.

History
The earliest settlements in the Aare Valley date back to the Neolithic period. During the 2nd century BCE the valley w... read more

Abbey of St Gallen

St. Gallen Cathedral is located in the heart of St. Gallen, Switzerland. It is a Baroque cathedral built in the 18th century on an ancient abbey site. The origin dates back to an Irish monk named Gallus in the early 7th century (c. 612 AD), who founded a monastery inspired by a divine sign.
St. Gallen Abbey was founded in 719 AD by Saint Othmar on the same site where Gallus had a hermitage. It gre... read more

Castles of Bellinzona

Castels of Bellinzona are considered amongst the finest examples of medieval fortification architecture in Switzerland. As they appear today, the fortifications, whose origins actually go much further back to a prehistoric settlement on Castelgrande hill, are mainly the result of intensive and complex building activity instigated by the Dukes of Milan in the 15th century. The construction of power... read more

Zermatt Town

Zermatt An Oasis of Mountains and Pure Nature in the Heart of the Alps
Zermatt is a charming mountain village located in the Valais canton of southern Switzerland, situated at approximately 1,620 meters (5,315 feet) above sea level. It is world-renowned as the gateway to the iconic Matterhorn, one of the most famous and striking peaks in the Alps. The mountain’s distinctive pyramid shape has... read more

Gornergrat

Gornergrat
An Iconic Alpine Viewpoint Offering Unparalleled Views of the Matterhorn
Gornergrat is one of Switzerland’s most iconic mountain viewpoints, located at an elevation of 3,089 meters in the heart of the Alps, near the charming car-free village of Zermatt. This spectacular ridge offers visitors the chance to admire the majestic Matterhorn up close, along with breathtaking panoramas o... read more

Chateau de Chillon

Chillon Castle
A Fairytale Fortress on Lake Geneva
Chillon Castle (Château de Chillon) is one of Switzerland’s most iconic and photographed castles, beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, near the city of Montreux. Built on a small rocky island, this medieval fortress once held strategic importance as it controlled trade routes between Northern and Southern Europe.
With a h... read more

Flowered Embankments Montreux

Montreux Lakeside An oasis of tranquility by the water with breathtaking mountain views
Montreux Lakeside, located on the shores of Lake Geneva in Montreux, Switzerland, is a renowned spot offering serene natural beauty and spectacular panoramic views of the vast lake backed by snow-capped mountains. This picturesque area is a perfect retreat for relaxation, walking, and outdoor activities. The su... read more

Lavaux

Lavaux is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located along the northern shores of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman), stretching approximately 30 kilometers between Lausanne and Montreux. This stunning region covers 830 hectares of terraced vineyards, making it Switzerland’s largest continuous wine-growing area. With row after row of vines rising above the lake at around 500 meters elevation, Lavaux o... read more

Jet d Eau Geneva Lake

The Jet d'Eau is one of Geneva’s most celebrated landmarks and a true symbol of the city’s charm and elegance. Originally constructed as a safety valve for a hydro-power plant on the Rhône River, it was transformed into a permanent fountain in 1891 due to its immense popularity among locals and visitors alike.
Shooting an impressive 500 liters of water per second up to 140 meters... read more