Beyond to the chalets, there are many things to do in Switzerland. The valleys, lakes, alpine peaks and unspoiled nature. There are also some of the most beautiful cities and villages in Europe. Switzerland is a fabulous destination both in winter, thanks to the abundance of snow, and in summer thanks to the thousands of kilometers of hiking trails that cross the country.
Visit Bern
Bern is the capital of Switzerland, and its historic center is declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Good place to start your tourist experience. Bern is called the “City of Fountains”, because he has more than 100 fountains that are located on the streets and squares of the city decorated with historical figures and statues dating from the 16th century. In the city center, you can find many bars and restaurants where you can stop and taste traditional Swiss cuisine! No other city has been able to preserve its historical character as well as Bern. The largest collection of works by the painter Paul Klee is kept in the Paul Klee Center. Albert Einstein’s house testifies to the physicist’s stay in Bern at the beginning of the 20th century.
Take a ride in the Bernina Express
Known all over the world, the “Bernina train” connects the Italian terminus, Tirano, to the renowned Swiss resort of Engadine. The red train, nicknamed by the flaming color of its wagons, is a jewel that belongs to the Rhaetian Railway. Since 2008 it has become a UNESCO World Heritage Si...