Rick Steves Switzerland

Name: Rick Steves Switzerland
ISBN: 9781641715195

Rick Steves

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520

Pages

Paperback

Format

May 2, 2023

Published

11th

Edition

English

Language

Publisher

Avalon Publishing

ISBN

ISBN-13: 9781641715195 ISBN-10: 1641715197

Synopsis

Cross the Alps in a cable car, cruise Lake Geneva, and tour a medieval château: with Rick Steves, Switzerland is yours! Inside Rick Steves Switzerland you'll find:

Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Switzerland
Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites
Top sights and hidden gems, from bustling Zürich to the cozy small-town atmosphere of Appenzell
How to connect with culture: Chat with friendly Swiss locals at a mountain retreat, swim in the alpine waters of the Aare River, and treat yourself to delicious cheese fondue
Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight
The best places to eat, sleep, and relax over wine and Swiss chocolate
Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and mountain towns
Detailed maps for exploring on the go
Scenic railroad journeys such as the Golden Pass, Gotthard Panorama Express, Bernina Express, Glacier Express, and Chur
Useful resources including a packing list, German, French, and Italian phrase guides, a historical overview, and recommended reading, plus tips for visiting Switzerland in the winter
Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down
Complete, up-to-date information on Zürich, Luzern, Central Switzerland, Bern, Murten, Avenches, Gimmelwald and the Berner Oberland, Zermatt and the Matterhorn, Appenzell, Lausanne, Château de Chillon, Montreux, Gruyères, Lugano, Pontresina, Samedan, St. Moritz, and more