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Fully vaccinated U.S. travelers won’t be required to test or quarantine when entering Switzerland; those who are unvaccinated will need to submit a COVID test.

The new line will speed travel across Europe.

Overview

With four different languages and cultures, and historic sites that date back to 500 B.C.E., Switzerland is filled with monuments, museums, and natural wonders. Here’s our guide to some of the many highlights of this country at the heart of Europe.

Fondue nights, snowy hikes, and alpine views locals love.

From lakeside villages to alpine towns, Switzerland’s Christmas markets shine with festive lights, fondue chalets, flying Santas, and more.

From lakeside cafés to alpine trails, Switzerland rewards travelers who take their time.

From a minimalist sanctuary in Zurich to a modernist retreat nestled in the Alps, check into these inspiring properties during your next visit to what’s known as the Playground of Europe.

Fall brings golden vineyards, cozy spas, and local festivals—without the crowds.

What it’s like basking in the beauty of the Jungfrau Region and Interlaken, according to one inveterate AFAR traveler.

Barryland reopened in 2025 as a sleek space dedicated to the giant, gentle Swiss icons.

The Via Alpina trail spans eight European countries, and Switzerland’s section is a hut-to-hut dream.

CERN, the nuclear physics science center where the world wide web was invented and the Higgs boson was discovered, is open to the public for free. And it’s awesome.

From off-piste skiing to a scenic train ride called “the window to the Swiss Alps,” these are the best ways to experience the season in the Playground of Europe.

New developments make Switzerland’s third-largest city a place worth visiting right now.